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Red fort is also prominently known as Lal Quila deriving its name from its red-sandstone walls. It was constructed in the year 1638 and was built as the fortified palace used by various Mughal kings and emperors. It forms one of the most part of Delhi tour packages because it is the largest monument in Delhi and one of the most popular tourist destination, attracting large number of visitors from different parts of the world. At the same time, it has the privilege of being recognized as "UNESCO World Heritage Site" and regarded as respectful place for celebrating independence day (15th August) every year.

Jama Masjid is also known as Masjid-i Jahan-Numa and regarded as one of the most important mosque in India. The construction of this mosque started from 1650 and was fully completed in the year 1656. This beautiful and historic place comprises of 4 towers, 3 gates and two 40 meter high minarets constructed in white marble and red-sandstone. At a single point of time, 25000 people can offer their prayer at this place. It forms an integral part of Delhi city tour and has given an impeccable boost to Delhi tourism. Jama Masjid is true example of great Mughal architecture and qualifies for the must-see tourist place in Delhi.

The Qutub Minar is a 73 meter high minar or tower of victory, which was built in the year 1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak with marble and red sandstone. It has the privilege of being recognized as "UNESCO World Heritage Site" and surrounded by several other medieval and ancient ruins and structures, collectively called as the Qutub complex. This minar is made up of red sandstone covered with intricate carvings and beautiful verses from the Holy Quran and has gained immense popularity among the visitors coming from different parts of the world.

Humayun's Tomb is the famous tomb of Mughal emperor Humayun, which was built by his first wife Bega Begum and designed by Persian architect, Mirak Mirza Ghiyas between the year 1569-70. It is very popular among travelers coming from different parts of the world and regarded as the first garden- tomb of India. This tomb has the privilege of being recognized as "UNESCO World Heritage Site" and represents the great Mughal architecture along with gardens of Persian style. It also forms an integral part of Delhi Tourism.

Chandni Chowk, the main street of old Delhi, is a shocking contrast to the wide, orderly streets of New Delhi. Cars, cycle rickshaws, hand-pulled carts, pedestrians, and animals all compete for space. It's chaotic, crumbling and congested, but completely captivating as well. As one of the oldest and busiest markets in India, its narrow winding lanes are full of inexpensive jewelry, fabrics, and electronics. For the more adventurous, Chandni Chowk is an excellent place to come to sample some of Delhi's street food.