7 Best Things To Do In Agra

Agra is the most visited tourist city in India. It is best known for its Mughal history, housing one of the Seven World Wonders of India and being the third apex in the “Golden Triangle Tour”. While you may be craving for Agra tour packages then there are plenty of things to do in Agra (besides the Taj Mahal) including three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a number of culturally significant landmarks and famous street foods of Agra.

The city is visited by millions of tourists every year, most people to see the Taj Mahal, but in this blog, We will share the lesser-known things to do in Agra and what makes the city worth traveling to for more than a day. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about the Agra overview and top 10 things to do while you’re there. 

1. View The Beauty Of The Taj Mahal

This location is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is usually called the “Jewel of Muslim artistry”, this monument is a frequent tourist spot by people, from all the centers of the earth. This beautiful white structure palace is renowned as the symbol of unconditional love and was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his third wife Mumtaz Mahal. 

It is filled with beautiful lush green gardens and attractive fountains. The beauty of the edifice is miraculous. It was crafted by more than 20,000 artisans with Mughal architectural style. So don’t waste your time and book agra tour for unforgettable memories.

Timings: 6:00 am to 6:30 pm (Except Fridays). 

2. Discover The Jewel Of Agra – Agra Fort

Someone truly said, “Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder” and you can see the eye witness to visit the Agra fort with rich historical architecture and background. It is spread over an area of 94 acres. This fort has four gates namely the Delhi, Khizri Gate, Lahore Gate and Amar Singh Gate. The agra fort entrance ticket fee is 40 rs for indians and 550 rs for foreigners.

Timings: 6:00 am to 6:30 pm everyday. 

3. Visit The Sandstone City- Fatehpur Sikri

It is known as ‘The City Of Victory’, it was founded by Mughal Emperor Akbar. It shows a fusion of Hindu, Jain and Islamic style of architecture. The Red sandstone usually known as “Sikri Sandstone” that was used to build this city. 

Timings: Sunrise to sunset (everyday). 

4. See The Beauty Of Jahangir Mahal

It was built for Akbar’s wife Jahangir Mahal. It is one of the incredible places in Agra. Showcasing elegant Islamic architecture and exceptional artistry. The main attraction point of this palace is the huge bowl carved out of a rock, called the “Hauz-i-Jahangiri”, which was used as the container for fragrant rose water. Visit here and fall in love with the classical architectural style. If you are planning for one day then indiator will cover all the spots in agra one day package.

Timings: 9am to 5pm everyday.

5. Enjoy The Street foods and street shops during Agra Tour

During your agra sightseeing tour package, don’t forget to enjoy the mughal cuisine, chicken biryani, tandoori chicken, shawarma, kebabs, paratha, bhalla and the famous dish is Petha. Try these foods for beautiful memories.

6. Take A Look At Jama Masjid’s Spirituality

The Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India and is also known as the “Friday Mosque”. These beautifully arched gates supported by pillars will bind you in its charm. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who dedicated it to his beloved daughter Jahanara Begum shows his love for his daughter. 

Timings: Sunrise to sunset (everyday). 

7. Enjoy The Sunset On Yamuna River By Boat Ride

You will fall in love with the Taj Mahal’s beauty after having this boat ride. During your ride, you will see a beautiful scene that will overwhelm you with its charm. Gazing at the setting sun, displaying its splendid charisma clubbed with the Taj Mahal, it is a worth-watching scene if you visit this city. So book agra tour packages and enjoy this beautiful ride.

Timings: Sunrise to sunset (everyday).  

Conclusion

These following points or activities make your journey more beautiful. So why wait for any plan? Plan your trip, explore the city, enjoy the many cultural and historical gems with Indiator it has in store for you and take back rich memories. We are a one stop travel solution with all travel facilities and services including affordable tour packages, cruise, bus, cheap flights, transfers, even transfer services from Delhi Airport to Agra or anywhere and anytime. You can get instant discounts on all travel solutions.