How to reach Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar, the beautiful minaret built by Qutb-ud-din-Aibak in the 12th century stands in the southern part of Delhi. It stands testimony to the expertise of Indian architects of that era. Combined with the Islamic influence and sheer stature of the minar, it is identified as one of the defining symbols of India.

The 73 m-high tower of victory, is surrounded by sprawling lawns and at the foot of the tower is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the first mosque to be built in India. It has been deemed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Location : Mehrauli, Delhi, India

How to reach here:

Own Vehicle: The easiest way to reach there from India Gate is to travel towards the outer ring road. Take the Ashoka Road, and from Panchmukhi Chowk take the Man Singh Road. At the second roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Prithviraj Road. Take a slight left to Sri Aurobindo Marg. Continue straight to Lado Sarai Extn, reach your destination in Seth Sarai.

From the Airport you can take the Airport Road and move on to Rao Tula Ram Marg. Keep right to continue on to Palam Marg. You will reach Gamal Abdel Nasser Marg popularly known as the Outer Ring Road. Take a right after you cross the IIT Delhi Campus(on your right) on to Sri Aurobindo Marg and then onto Lado Sarai.

Public Transport: There are special HOHO buses (Hop On Hop Off service) for tourists. Other than that there are various bus Routes that reach Mehrauli.

The following the bus routes:

• From Anand Vihar – 543
• From Old Delhi Railway Station – 502
• From Red Fort (Chandni Chowk)– 426, 417
• From Noida – 34
• From Nizamuddin Railway Station – 413, 427
• From Kamla Market – 505 (Also goes near NDLS)
• From Mori Gate Terminal – 503

You can also avail the Delhi Metro to reach Qutub Minar. Take the Yellow line to reach the Qutub Minar Station, it is only a short walk from the station.