Delhi - Chandni Chowk & Jama Masjid - Helpful Travel Information

Chandani Chowk (translate in English as Moonlight square) is a crowded and the oldest market in the Delhi area.

Jama Masjid is located in the Chandni Chowk area near the Old part of the city known as Old Delhi.

Chandani Chowk bazaar area was built by Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th Century along with Jama Masjid and the Red Fort.

Market and Streets at Delhi's Chandni Chowk looks like total chaos but in reality, it is organized in its own way.

This area gets super crowded and provides a fascinating look into the world of old Delhi street markets.

Jama Masjid is considered the biggest mosque in India, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan during his rule in the 17th Century.

This Jama Mosque in Delhi is an open-air site.

This is a religious place where appropriate clothing long pants/skirt and a long sleeve shirt are required.

There are no entry fees but you have to pay INR 300 for photography per camera.

Private Old and New Delhi Full-Day Tour including Jama Masjid in Chandni Chowk area - with Hotel Pick-up

Address	Chandni Chowk, Delhi, India
Admission Fee and Open Hours	Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid Entrance Fee: FREE for all Visitors No, At Jama Masjid tourists are asked to pay the fee for photography/camera equipment. Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid Hours: Chandni Chowk is a public market area and open 24/7. Jama Masjid is open from 7 am-Noontime and 1:30- 6:30 PM Jama Masjid is Closed to visitors during prayer times.
Getting to Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid	Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid by Delhi Metro : - Take the Metro Violet line (Heritage line) to Jama Masjid Station. - From this station, you can easily walk to the famous mosque and walk around the Chandi Chowk area. Or - Take the Yellow Line to the Chawri Bazaar station or Chandni Chowk station (avoid peak hours) on this route. - From these stations walk around the shopping areas; and/ or - Take a cycle rickshaw to the Mosque and around the Chandni Chowk area. You can also get there directly by walking, taxi, or rickshaw if your hotel is nearby. Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid by Tour Bus : Another way to go to the Chandni Chowk area and Jama Masjid is to take a tour. Delhi Darshan day tour which is run by DTC and makes a stop at Red Fort at Chandni Chowk near Jama Masjid. Private Old and New Delhi Full-Day Tour - with Hotel Pick-up is also available Private Old and New Delhi Full-Day Tour from: Viator
Travel Tips for visiting Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid	Tips for visiting Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid in Delhi: - Combine your visit to Chandni Chowk & Jama Masjid with the Red Fort - Shopping Guide for Chandni Chowk: Dariba Kalan- the jewelry market for silver and other precious metals. You can find nose rings, earrings, necklaces, and anklets, silverware, and utensils Nai Sadak- for books and stationery items Katra Neel-wholesale market for all kinds of cloth and clothing. Chawri Bazar - known for its paper products Khari Baoli - all kinds of spices, dried fruit, nuts, and herbs. Fatehpuri Market- known for Paneer (cheese) it has many snack shops and stalls Pay with cash! Have small change/ denominations to pay for items in the market, rickshaws, and the Mosque.
Website	Jama Masjid website Metro Heritage line video (Violet Line)

Private Old and New Delhi Full-Day Tour - $26.00

Relish the historically rich Delhi, old and new, on this private 9-hour tour. Experience India’s capital city in an air-conditioned car, with your government-approved guide. Visit Humayun Tomb, Qutub Minar, the President House, the India Gate, Parliament Street, Lotus Temple, Red Fort, Jama Masjid and more.

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Delhi - Chandni Chowk & Jama Masjid - Helpful Travel Information