Updated October 2026
For a first date in Delhi, try Sunder Nursery, Humayun's Tomb, or Kiran Nadar Museum of Art. Weekday evenings are calmer; on Friday and Saturday, book ahead where you can.
Delhi has more monuments than any first date could cover, and many of them come with gardens made for a slow walk and a long talk. Afternoons that run into sunset are the sweet spot.
Here are ten real places for every budget, from free parks and ruins to a museum and a special-occasion dinner, plus two unusual ideas at the end.
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ParkNizamuddin₹All ages
A 16th-century heritage garden of 90 acres with Mughal monuments, lawns and water channels, open daily from sunrise to sunset. Beautiful for a slow walk and a picnic.
Sunder Nursery, next to Humayun's Tomb, Mathura Road, New Delhi · Walk-in
Historic siteNizamuddin₹All ages
The first garden tomb in the subcontinent and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with symmetrical gardens that glow in the late-afternoon light. Combine it with Sunder Nursery next door.
Mathura Road, Nizamuddin East, New Delhi · Walk-in
MuseumSaket₹All ages
A private museum of modern and contemporary Indian art with free admission, open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 20:00. A quiet, air-conditioned first date with plenty to talk about.
145, DLF South Court Mall, Saket, New Delhi 110017 · Walk-in
RestaurantLodhi Road₹₹₹30s
One of India's most celebrated restaurants, serving inventive Indian tasting menus in a luxury hotel. Save it for a special occasion and reserve well ahead.
The Lodhi, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003 · Takes bookings
Historic siteHauz Khas₹20s
Medieval pavilions and a 13th-century water tank by a lake, with the deer park next door. Walk the ruins at sunset, then pick a café or rooftop in the village.
Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi · Walk-in
ParkMehrauli₹All ages
More than a hundred monuments scattered through woodland next to the Qutub complex, from ruined forts to stepwells and tombs. Free, quiet and full of surprises for a daytime walk.
Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Mehrauli, New Delhi · Walk-in
Historic siteMehrauli₹All ages
A UNESCO-listed complex built around a soaring medieval minaret of red sandstone. Go in the late afternoon and continue to the archaeological park next door.
Qutb Complex, Mehrauli, New Delhi · Walk-in
Historic sitePragati Maidan₹All ages
The old fort of Delhi, with massive gateways, gardens and city views from its walls. Calm, historic and an easy trip from the centre.
Mathura Road, near Pragati Maidan, New Delhi · Walk-in
PromenadeCentral Delhi₹All ages
The grand boulevard from India Gate towards the President's House, with lawns where families and couples stroll in the evening. Free, lit up at night and lively in the cooler months.
Kartavya Path, New Delhi · Walk-in
Street foodOld Delhi₹All ages
Old Delhi's historic market street, crowded with sweet shops, parathas and kebab stalls. Go in daylight with an appetite and comfortable shoes for a lively, cheap date.
Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi · Walk-in
Unusual places worth a special trip when you want a date nobody forgets.
TempleEast Delhi₹All ages
A vast temple complex on the Yamuna with gardens, exhibitions and the Sahaj Anand Water Show, a 24-minute show soon after sunset. Expect strict security and a dress code.
NH 24, Pramukh Swami Maharaj Marg, New Delhi 110092 · Walk-in
Historic siteConnaught Place₹All ages
A 60-metre-long medieval stepwell hidden between the office towers near Connaught Place. A surprising, atmospheric stop before coffee in CP.
Hailey Road, near Connaught Place, New Delhi · Walk-in
Popular places to meet people in Delhi include Hauz Khas Social (café-bar), Cyber Hub Social (café-bar), and The Piano Man Jazz Club (jazz club). All of them are easy to visit alone or with friends.
Pick an indoor spot such as Humayun's Tomb or Kiran Nadar Museum of Art. Both work well for a first date in any weather.
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Checked October 2026. Opening hours and prices change, so call or check the website before you go.
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