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India Gate Delhi – Timings, Entry Fee & Visitor Guide 2026

India Gate is open day and night and free to visit — here is when to go, what to see around it and how to get there.

India Gate war memorial arch, New Delhi

Quick answer

India Gate in New Delhi is an open-air war memorial that you can visit free of charge, 24 hours a day, every day. The best time is early morning or after sunset, when the arch is lit up. It stands at the end of Kartavya Path, next to the National War Memorial. Plan 30 to 45 minutes.

Timings
Open 24 hours
Open
Every day
Entry fee
Free for all
Best time
Evening (lit up)
Location
Kartavya Path, New Delhi
Time needed
30–45 minutes

India Gate is a 42-metre sandstone arch designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and completed in 1931. It honours the soldiers of the British Indian Army who died in the First World War; the names of more than 13,000 of them are carved on its walls.

It sits at the eastern end of Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath), the ceremonial avenue that leads to Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosts the Republic Day parade every 26 January.

India Gate entry fee

India Gate is an open public monument — there is no ticket.

Visitor categoryEntry fee
Foreign touristsFree
Indian visitorsFree
ChildrenFree
  • The National War Memorial next to India Gate is also free to enter, with its own opening hours.
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India Gate visiting hours

You can walk around India Gate at any time of day or night.

Visit typeOpensClosesDays
India Gate lawnsOpen 24 hours—Every day
Best for photosSunrise≈ 8:00 AMEvery day
Evening lightingAfter sunsetLate eveningEvery day
  • Access can be restricted around Republic Day (26 January) for parade rehearsals and security.

Ideal time to visit India Gate

SeasonRecommended timeWeather
Winter (October – March)EveningCool, lively lawns
Summer (April – June)After sunsetHot during the day
Monsoon (July – September)Evening between showersHumid

Visitor guide & tips

What to see around India Gate

  1. 1
    The arch

    The 42 m memorial arch with the names of the fallen carved into the stone.

  2. 2
    National War Memorial

    India's memorial to soldiers who died after independence; the eternal flame of the Amar Jawan Jyoti now burns here.

  3. 3
    Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose statue

    The granite statue under the canopy just east of India Gate.

  4. 4
    Kartavya Path

    The ceremonial boulevard with lawns and canals leading to Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Essential travel guidelines

  • Go in the evening

    The arch is illuminated after dark and the lawns fill with families and ice-cream sellers.

  • Parking & drop-off

    Vehicles cannot stop right at the arch; your driver drops you nearby on the C-Hexagon.

  • Watch your belongings

    It gets crowded in the evening — keep bags and phones close.

  • Metro

    Central Secretariat and Khan Market metro stations are each about 2 km away.

  • Combine your visit

    Drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament on Kartavya Path; Humayun's Tomb is 15 minutes away.

  • Photography

    Photos are allowed everywhere; drones are not permitted in central Delhi.

Ticket prices for other attractions in Delhi

AttractionVisiting hoursForeignerIndian
Red Fort (Lal Qila)Shah Jahan's fort, UNESCO World Heritage Site9:30 AM – 4:30 PMClosed Monday₹550₹35
Qutub Minar73 m minaret, UNESCO World Heritage SiteSunrise – sunsetOpen daily₹550₹35
Humayun's TombFirst garden-tomb of India, UNESCO World Heritage SiteSunrise – sunsetOpen daily₹550₹35
Akshardham TempleHindu temple complex — free entry, paid exhibitions10:00 AM – 6:30 PMClosed MondayFree (confirm)Free
Lotus TempleBahá'í House of Worship shaped like a lotus9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (winter)Closed MondayFreeFree
Jama MasjidIndia's largest Mughal mosque, Old DelhiTourists: 8:00 AM – sunsetOpen daily₹400 (confirm)Free
National Rail MuseumHeritage locomotives and toy train, Chanakyapuri10:00 AM – 5:00 PMClosed Monday₹50 (confirm)₹50

Foreigner / Indian adult rates. Tap a name for the full guide.

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India Gate — frequently asked questions

What are India Gate timings?

India Gate is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week. The evening, when the arch is lit up, is the most popular time.

Is there an entry fee for India Gate?

No. India Gate is free for everyone. The adjacent National War Memorial is also free.

Why was India Gate built?

It was built as a memorial to the soldiers of the British Indian Army who died in the First World War and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. More than 13,000 names are inscribed on it.

Who designed India Gate?

Sir Edwin Lutyens, the architect of New Delhi. The foundation stone was laid in 1921 and it was completed in 1931.

How tall is India Gate?

India Gate is 42 metres (about 138 feet) high.

Where is the Amar Jawan Jyoti now?

In January 2022 the flame of the Amar Jawan Jyoti under India Gate was merged with the eternal flame at the National War Memorial next door.

What is the nearest metro station to India Gate?

Central Secretariat (Yellow and Violet Lines) and Khan Market (Violet Line) are the closest, each about 2 km away.

Is India Gate safe at night?

Yes, it is busy and well-patrolled in the evening. As in any crowded place, keep an eye on your belongings.

How much time do I need at India Gate?

30 to 45 minutes is enough for photos and a walk, or about an hour if you also visit the National War Memorial.

Is India Gate included in a Delhi sightseeing tour?

Yes. Our Delhi local sightseeing tour stops at India Gate and drives along Kartavya Path past Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament.

Sources for this page

Ticket prices and timings shown for November 2026, based on the latest notifications from the official authorities below. Authorities can change rates and hours at short notice (for example on public holidays or during VIP visits) — please re-check close to your visit. US$ amounts are approximate (₹94 ≈ US$1).

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