While everyone wants to visit the same old famous monuments, Delhi is renowned for a few tourists, and travelers want to go beyond the norm and visit places that are unheard of and hidden from the general public. To help all such tourists we have articulated this list of some of the most obscure and hidden tourist places that you can visit while in Delhi. Since these places are situated in different parts of the city, it is advised that you use your private vehicle to drive around or rent a Self-driving car in Delhi. With self-driving cars you would be able to easily navigate the different places in Delhi and travel around all these places promptly. Here’s our first place.
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Jahaz Mahal
Named after the shape of the reflection, the mahal itself used to project in an adjacent pool. The place was built during the Lodhi dynasty from 1451 to 1562. Situated on the main road that leads to Mehrauli, this place could be the right place for history fanatics and visitors who have a keen interest in archaeology. This is a beautiful sight to behold Lodhi architecture, and if you point your cameras the right way, you will be able to get some of the best pictures. If the local authorities allow, you can also climb up the palace roof and witness the Lodhi-styled domed pavilions that were specially angled to let in just enough light and air to keep the passages and rooms of the mahal lit and airy. You can visit the palace whenever you feel like it it’s always open, but we advise you to see the place during daylight.
Zafar Mahal
The summer palace of the last Mughal emperor who ruled the nation, Bahadur Shah Zafar, is another palace that has been neglected in the middle of the city Mehrauli. The archaeological survey of India has announced plans to restore the palace to its previous glory, but as of now, the place is in a dilapidated state. If you plan to visit the place, do it during daylight, as you will be able to witness the architectural styling of the older times and get an idea of the grandeur with which emperors must have lived. Huge arches that coax visitors to tilt their necks are a known feature of Mughal-style architecture. If you are on a quest to visit some of the most forgotten and hidden places that are not visited by tourists that often, then this would be the right place for you.
Chausath Khamba
Translated in English, the name means 64 pillars, a place that is situated in the same area as that of Nizamuddin Dargah. The place is known as the final resting place of the Mizra Aziz Koka and his family. While looking out for the place, here’s what you need to do: enter a courtyard through a massive arched gallery next to the great Ghalib Academy. On the north preface of the place, you can bow down to pay respects to the tombs of Delhi’s most beloved poet, Mirza Ghalib and his wife, Umrao Begum. If you are a photography enthusiast, you can visit the place and plan your trip according to the golden hour. Once the golden hour passes, you will be able to witness the mellow descent of the sun behind the 64 pillars and get a shot of a lifetime. All these places are in different parts of Delhi and if you are planning to visit them all in one day having a personal car to drive around in would be helpful. In case you don’t have a car Self drive rental vehicles in Delhi could help you in travelling.
Adilabad Fort
Built by the son of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq Mohammad Bin Tughlaq, visitors to the place would find that the architecture of the palace is similar to that of Tughlaqabad Fort, but the Adilabad Fort is smaller in size. You can visit this place if you ever plan to visit the Tughlaqabad Fort, as both the forts are conjoined to each other. If you are passionate about history and older architecture you would find this place to be exciting as you can decipher the various art forms and styles of the arches as well as domes throughout the fort.
We would again advise that if you were to visit the place please do so during the daytime. The official timings to visit the palace are similar to that of Tughlaqabad Fort, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm daily. This could be a brilliant retreat for anyone who is a history fanatic as you would be able to witness the ruins of the fort up close, but if you are not a history fanatic, we would advise that you stay away from such sites as they would seem boring to you.
These places are spread across different parts of the city, and hence it would be difficult for travellers to cover them all in one day, especially if they are not travelling in their own vehicles. So, if you don’t have a car, Rentrip can help you rent self-drive vehicles at the most affordable prices. You can use these vehicles as you travel around Delhi with complete freedom. Rentrip is known for providing its customers with freedom of choice and mobility, so you can choose from the wide range of vehicles that Rentrip houses and ride according to your own decisions and ideas. So book yourself a self-drive vehicle today with Rentrip.
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I love this approach to exploring Delhi! While the famous monuments are undoubtedly worth a visit, there’s something truly special about discovering the hidden gems that most tourists miss. This list of obscure and lesser-known spots is exactly what adventurous travelers need to experience the authentic, off-the-beaten-path side of Delhi. I appreciate the effort to showcase these unique places—it’s a great way to encourage people to dive deeper into the city’s rich history and culture. I can’t wait to explore some of these hidden treasures on my next visit!