How to spend a day in Connaught place, Delhi?

Once Connaught place aka CP was the former location of the headquarters of the British Raj. Now it is one of the top heritage structure in Delhi. It has two circles one inner circle known as Rajiv Chowk and the outer circle is known as Indira Chowk.

The structure of CP is like a Mansion with big- wide pillars whole CP is painted in white, the structure is same as it was earlier but now a lot of offices, shops, and restaurants have been opened up. You will be surprised to know that it is the fifth highest priced market in the world.

Connaught Place

Connaught place is always a center destination for Delhiites and for me it’s like a second home every second day I am at Connaught place because this place can never bore anyone. Every time I go, I always find something new, a lot of options for shopping, eating, lounges, terrace restaurants, monuments, cinema halls and what not?

It has almost everything so every time a Parikarma is definitely required in CP. So I must suggest it is worth to spend a day in cp and as a lone traveler, it is a thrilling experience with whole full one day in cp. So, first of all, choose a day I think Sunday is perfect you can do following things if you have one day in cp.

Things to do in CP

Connaught Place is a popular shopping and dining destination in New Delhi, India. Here are some things you can do while you’re there:

  1. Shop at the various stores and markets in Connaught Place. You’ll find everything from souvenirs and handicrafts to high-end fashion and electronics.
  2. Visit Janpath Market, which is known for its vibrant atmosphere and wide variety of goods, including clothing, jewelry, and home decor.
  3. Explore the beautiful Rajiv Chowk, which is surrounded by towering buildings and filled with restaurants, cafes, and bars.
  4. Check out the National Gallery of Modern Art, which features a collection of Indian and international modern and contemporary art.
  5. Take a stroll through the lush Central Park, which is located in the heart of Connaught Place and is a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
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  6. Dine at one of the many restaurants in Connaught Place, which offer a range of cuisines from around the world.
  7. Catch a movie at the PVR Cinemas, which is located in the heart of Connaught Place and features the latest Hollywood and Bollywood releases.
  8. Visit the Connaught Place Heritage Walk, which takes you through the history and architecture of this bustling hub.
  9. Shop at the various stores and markets in Connaught Place. You can find everything from local handicrafts and souvenirs to international brands in the various arcades and shopping centers in the area.
  10. Visit the Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat, a short distance from Connaught Place. This is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation, and a must-see for any visitor to New Delhi.
  11. Take a stroll through the Central Park, a large green space in the heart of Connaught Place. This park is a popular spot for picnics, evening walks, and other outdoor activities.
  12. Check out the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India. This beautiful building is open to the public on certain days and offers guided tours.
  13. Enjoy the nightlife in Connaught Place, with its many bars, clubs, and restaurants. The area is especially popular with tourists and locals alike for its lively atmosphere and diverse dining options.

Places to Visit in CP

There are many places to visit in Connaught Place, which is a popular shopping, dining, and entertainment destination in New Delhi, India. Some options include:

Janpath

This is a busy street lined with street vendors, local shops, and restaurants. It’s a great place to find souvenirs and handicrafts, and to experience local street life.

Palika Bazaar

Located underground in the Connaught Place complex, Palika Bazaar is a large covered market that sells a wide variety of goods, including clothing, electronics, and jewelry.

Connaught Place Inner Circle

This is the main shopping and dining area in Connaught Place, with a wide variety of stores, restaurants, and cafes. It’s a great place to spend an afternoon shopping or people-watching.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

This is a beautiful Sikh temple located in Connaught Place. It’s a popular place of worship for followers of Sikhism, but it is also open to visitors of all religions.
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Hanuman Mandir

This is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Hanuman, located in the Connaught Place Inner Circle. It’s a popular place of worship for Hindus, and it’s also a popular tourist attraction.

Connaught Place Central Mall

This shopping mall is a popular destination for fashion and retail therapy, with a wide range of stores, restaurants, and entertainment options.

India Gate

This is a war memorial located near Connaught Place that honors the soldiers who died fighting for India. It is a popular spot for picnics and evening walks.

Nehru Museum and Planetarium

This museum is dedicated to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, and offers interactive exhibits on Indian history and science. The planetarium offers immersive shows on astronomy and space.

Jantar Mantar

This is an astronomical observatory built in the 18th century that features a number of instruments used for observing celestial bodies. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular spot for photography.

The Connaught Place Outer Circle,

which is a large circular shopping complex with many stores and restaurants.

The Janpath Market

which is a popular shopping destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a wide variety of handicrafts, clothing, and other items.

The Central Park

a large green space in the heart of Connaught Place that is popular for picnics, evening walks, and other outdoor activities.

The Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat

a short distance from Connaught Place, which is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation.

The Rashtrapati Bhavan

the official residence of the President of India, which is open to the public on certain days and offers guided tours.

The Nehru Memorial Museum and Library

which is a museum and library dedicated to the life and work of Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India.

Rahagiri in CP

This event takes place every Sunday where you can spend easily two hours you can do dance, aerobics, Zumba etc. you can even do cycling – one of the best ways to explore cp is bicycles. You can also do a lot of activities there. After that, it is 8 ‘o clock. Next Stop…..

Religious place

Visit a Religious place. Take an auto from A-Block ask him to take to hanuman road to pay a visit to ‘Hanuman Mandir’ as well as after that at Ashoka road you can go to  ‘Gurudwara Bangla Sahib’, ‘Sacred heart cathedral church’. It is good for the nice start of the day.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib which is located on Hanuman Road in CP, is one of the most beautiful places to visit with your friends and family. Please cover your head when you enter the temple. The beautiful lake inside the temple premises and the volunteer service for everyone inside the temple from serving langar to cleaning the premises daily is where anyone can seek calm and peace for oneself. 

Hanuman Temple

The famous temple which has its own name is mentioned in Guinness Book of World Records as the worshippers chanted the mantra “Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Ram” for 24 hours non-stop. This temple has it’s own value among the Hindu community as it is believed to be one among the 4 temples from Mahabharata time. This temple is located in Raja Bazar Road Area, CP.

Breakfast

Since most of the restaurants have not opened yet you can enjoy tea and light snacks or pakoras near ‘Gurudwara Bangla Sahib’ and ‘Hanuman Mandir’ wherever you feel comfortable then leave from there.

Monument

Then you should go to see monuments in cp either go to ‘Jantar Mantar’ or ‘Agrasen  Ki Baoli’ both are best for the view in the morning. But for Agrasen Ki Baoli you have to take another auto for Hailey road. So do some photography and explore the history of Delhi.

Shopping

It’s a shopping time even shopping destination in cp is very old so explore the markets buy some local product at cheap prices and if you are coming from Baoli you can go to Palika Bazaar. It is one of the largest markets to buy clothing and electronics at cheap prices but popularly famous for pirated CDs and fake designer products.

Lunch

Now at this time, you will have a lot of options for you can go to ‘Madras Coffee House’  75 years old restaurant offers a large and different type of eating options it has two seating one inner and one in open. You can also opt ‘Sarvana Bhavan’ for amazing South Indian or ‘Rajdhani’ for North Indian or can lunch in ‘Sagar Ratna’ or  ‘Haldirams’. Even there is a large chain of posh restaurants that you can also try any one of them.

Still half of the day left…..

After lunch, you can go to have some dessert at

Wengers

It is in A-Block best for pastry and cake lovers you can orderChocolate éclairsI bet you feel like heaven after eating it. It’s a good place and very hygienic.

In the afternoon you can explore

Old Building some old buildings like ‘Statesman House’ and ‘Scindia House’ or if you are a book lover you can go to ‘Oxford Bookstore’ to find latest editions as well as you can read here in peace as well. You have buying options also you can buy it from here or there are many booksellers on the footpath where you can bargain and can get your favorite book at cheap prices. While you can also see some sellers selling mobile covers, jewelry, Handicrafts also.

In evening

You can have tea at  ‘Cha Bar’  with some light snacks or you can go ‘Starbucks’ for some coffee or can go to Mc’d, Burger King , Subway etc  and if you are a shake lover you can go to ‘Shake Square’ (A-Block)  for amazing shakes and a lot of option.

Then go to CP Park where you can see a huge Indian flag will definitely bring patriotic feeling from you, enjoy sitting in the park and enjoy some fresh air and have some photography.

After that you can go to Lounge to have some drink in ‘Monkey bar’, ‘White waters café’, ‘Castle 9’ and many others or you can enjoy dinner at restaurants like ‘Bercos’ or in terrace restaurants to enjoy the night view of cp some of these restaurants are ‘Lord of Rings’ and ‘Desi vibes’ etc.

Still, the day is not over you can have

Cinema: You should go for some movies enjoy a night show at a cheap price you can go to regal or other options are ‘PVR Rivoli’, ‘PVR Plaza’ and ‘Odean’.

Outside Odean, you enjoy some paan also. That how I spent my day in cp and I hope you will also enjoy.

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