Lodhi Garden Delhi is a public garden in New Delhi, known for tombs, mosques and bridges from the Sayyid and Lodhi periods. Its historic monuments and landscaped grounds make it a place to combine heritage viewing with a walk outdoors.
- Location: New Delhi, accessed from Lodi Road and near Khan Market.
- Monuments: Four principal garden monuments date from between 1433 and 1533 AD.
- Entry: Entry to Lodi Tomb is free.
- Hours: Open daily
Getting to Lodhi Garden
Lodhi Garden lies between Lodhi Road, Amrita Shergill Marg and Max Muller Marg, with access from Lodi Road. Khan Market is nearby, making that area a useful point of reference as you plan your approach.
Delhi Tourism identifies JLN Stadium for Lodi Tomb and Jor Bagh on the Yellow Line for Lodhi Gardens Lake. Nizamuddin Railway Station is the nearest railway station, and Lodhi Garden is the nearest bus stop for the turret inside the garden. Confirm your route against the destination you plan to visit.
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Historic Tombs and Garden Features
Lodhi Garden brings together monuments from the Sayyid and Lodhi periods, including four principal tombs. NDMC identifies these as the Tomb of Mohammad Shah, Big Dome, Sheesh Gumbad and the Tomb of Sikandar Shah; they were built between 1433 and 1533 AD on the land of Khairpur village.
The Tomb of Sikandar Lodi dates to 1517–1518 CE and was built by his son Ibrahim Lodi. It stands 100 metres from Bara Gumbad. Sheesh Gumbad may have been built between 1489 and 1517 CE; its tombs belong to an unidentified family, possibly connected to the Lodhi family or Sikandar Lodi’s court.
The garden also has a rose garden between Gates 3 and 4, covering 2 acres and containing around 5,000 rose plants. Its spiral-shaped lake is 300 metres long and 1.3 metres deep, with a fountain in the middle. NDMC also records a Glass House developed in December 1970 for indoor plants and a National Bonsai Park developed in 1996.
Choosing a Walking Route
A practical way to structure a walk is to choose one or two historic monuments as your main stops, then add the lake or rose garden if they fit your route. The four principal monuments give you a clear heritage focus, while the named garden features offer distinct points of interest within the grounds.
For a route focused on tombs, start with the Tomb of Sikandar Lodi and Bara Gumbad, which are 100 metres apart.
You can then decide whether to continue toward the lake or the rose garden; the rose garden sits between Gates 3 and 4. The garden’s features span different areas, so allow your chosen stops to shape how much ground you cover.
Opening Information and Park Etiquette
Published schedules give a daily opening time of 5:00 am and closing times ranging from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The lake’s listed hours are 5:00 am–8:00 pm from April to September and 6:00 am–8:00 pm from October to March. Check the official site before you go.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 6:00–20:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Lodi Tomb is open daily, with free entry and no photography charge; its hours are described as “Morning to Evening.” Confirm the information for your planned visit with the relevant official source.
Pairing Lodhi Garden with Other Sights
Lodhi Garden’s monuments and landscape can form a focused outing on their own. The park’s history adds context to a walk: it was developed during the British period, opened by Lady Willingdon on 9 April 1936 as Lady Willingdon Park, and later renamed Lodhi Garden for its historical and archaeological importance. Architect J.A. Stein carried out further development and beautification in 1968.
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FAQs
Is entry to Lodhi Garden free?
Entry to Lodi Tomb is free, and there is no photography charge. Check the relevant official listing for current visit details.
What are the main monuments in Lodhi Garden?
The four principal monuments are the Tomb of Mohammad Shah, Big Dome, Sheesh Gumbad and Tomb of Sikandar Shah.
What are Lodhi Garden’s opening hours?
Open daily. Confirm the hours for the place you plan to visit.
Which metro station serves Lodhi Garden?
JLN Stadium is identified for Lodi Tomb and Jor Bagh on the Yellow Line for Lodhi Gardens Lake. Check the station information for the specific place you plan to visit.