Location : Rajiv Chowk, Central Delhi
Built By : Robert Tor Russell (1933) under British Raj
Timings : 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (store/restaurant specific)
Nearest Metro Station : Rajiv Chowk (Blue & Yellow Line) is the nearest station to here.
Best Time to Visit : Evenings & weekends for food and nightlife
Famous For : Shopping, cafes, nightlife, heritage walks
History of Connaught Place
- Built in 1933 by the British as a commercial hub for New Delhi.
- Named after Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught.
- The architecture Robert Tor Russell designed this place.
- Once home to elite British shops, it later turned into Delhi’s most happening marketplace.
Today, it is considered the heart of Delhi and one of the most expensive commercial real estate markets in the world.
Interesting Facts & Myths
- Did you know?This place is known for:
- Shopping: From high-end brands (Zara, H&M, Nike) to street stalls like Janpath & Palika Bazaar.
- Food & Cafes: Trendy restaurants like Kake Da Hotel, Saravana Bhavan, Starbucks, and Indian Coffee House.
- Nightlife: Trendy pubs & bars like Lord of the Drinks, My Bar, Kitty Su.
- Entertainment: Cinemas like Regal Cinema (heritage building) and cultural events.
- Heritage Walks: Colonial buildings, Central Park, Hanuman Temple.
Plan Your Visit to Connaught Place
Whether you’re looking for street shopping, luxury dining, or Delhi nightlife, Connaught Place is the heartbeat of the capital city.
How to Reach?
- By Metro: Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Blue & Yellow Line) is at the center of CP.
- By Bus: Well-connected through DTC buses.
- By Car: Paid parking facility in the inner & outer circles.
- By Walk: Many love walking over its circular roads.
- Google Map Location: Connaught Place, Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi
Best Time to Visit
- Shops & Markets: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Restaurants & Cafes: Open till 11:00 PM (some pubs till late night)
- Best Time: Evenings for food & nightlife, mornings for heritage walks
What to Do in Connaught Place
- Shopping: Palika Bazaar (underground market), Janpath Market (street shopping), international showrooms.
- Cafe Hopping: From Indian Coffee House to modern cafes like Blue Tokai & Starbucks.
- Nightlife of Connaught Place is renowned for its Pubs, rooftop lounges, and clubs.
- Explore Art & Culture: National Museum, Jantar Mantar (nearby), street performers.
- Relax in Central Park: A Classic green park with the Indian flag in the middle.
Travel Tips
Food & Restaurants in Connaught Place
- Budget Eateries: Kake Da Hotel, Wenger’s Bakery, Saravana Bhavan
- Popular Cafes & Bars: Plenty of cafes here, but the Lord of the Drinks, My Bar, Social, and Hard Rock Cafe are the best.
- Coffee & Quick Bites: Starbucks, Blue Tokai, and Indian Coffee House are popular for coffee.
Hotels Around Connaught Place
- Luxury: The Imperial, Shangri-La Eros Hotel
- Mid-range: Hotel Palace Heights, Radisson Blu Marina
- Budget: Zostel CP, OYO Rooms near Paharganj
