Old Delhi Walking Tour: Food, Culture & Spice Bazaars
This isn’t your typical Old Delhi tour — it’s a curated experience by Anas Khan, an anthropologist, history writer, and TEDx speaker who grew up in these very lanes.
Old Delhi is one of the most fascinating and layered neighborhoods in India. From its maze-like streets and sacred shrines to vibrant bazaars and centuries-old traditions, this walk gives you a front-row seat to its past, present, and pulse.
We begin near the Red Fort, then explore: – The most secular stretch of India, where temples, mosques, churches, and gurudwaras stand side by side – Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest spice market — a sensory overload of aroma, color, and chaos – Forgotten Mansions and hidden alleys steeped in oral histories – A thrilling tuk tuk ride – And a panoramic rooftop view from Jama Masjid, the city’s spiritual heart
This walk blends heritage, food, architecture, and living culture — perfect for history lovers, photographers, solo travellers, and anyone looking to truly experience Delhi.
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Old Delhi Walking Tour: Food, Culture & Spice Bazaars
What's included in Old Delhi Walking Tour: Food, Culture & Spice Bazaars
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Chandni Chowk
Discover Chandni Chowk’s unmatched diversity — a 1.5km stretch where Hindu temples, Jain derasars, mosques, churches, and gurudwaras stand side by side. This isn’t just a walk, it’s a deep dive into the spiritual and cultural fabric of Mughal-era Delhi that continues to thrive today.
Khari Baoli
Step into the aromatic chaos of Asia’s largest spice market and do spice tasting. Learn about the historical spice trade routes of medieval India and how this buzzing bazaar still dominates Delhi’s wholesale economy. From turmeric to dried rose petals — every turn is a sensory overload.
Old Delhi Rickshaw Ride
Hop aboard a tuk tuk time machine and ride through the beating heart of Old Delhi. We weave through centuries-old lanes where the smell of frying samosas mingles with the sound of temple bells and azaan. Every alley here holds a story — and we’re here to tell them.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Tuk-Tuk Ride
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Local expert cum Tour Guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop off
- Shopping of any item from the markets
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- It's just in front of the metro station (Lal Qila) Gate No. 1
End Points
- We'll end the tour at the Jama Masjid gate number 3 from where you can head out of the old city with ease.
