Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India and home to the country’s first citizen, is one of New Delhi’s most iconic landmarks. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and later refined by Herbert Baker, this architectural masterpiece is an H-shaped structure inspired by Indian motifs and colonial-era grandeur. Spread across a massive 330-acre estate, the Rashtrapati Bhavan houses 340 rooms and stands as a symbol of India’s democracy, history, and heritage.
But many people assume that Rashtrapati Bhavan is off-limits to the public. But let us tell you that visitors can indeed explore parts of this historic complex, walk through the same halls where Presidents meet world leaders, stand in rooms where national award ceremonies
happen, and see India’s history up close.
So if you are planning to visit Delhi or Rashtrapati Bhavan soon, here’s everything you need to plan your visit:
How To Book A Visit?
Prior online booking is mandatory for all visitors. Tickets must be booked through the official website, visit.rashtrapatibhavan.gov.in. Once done, the officials will take you in guided groups.
Ticket Price And Timings
You can book a visit to the Rashtrapati Bhavan by paying a mere Rs 50 per person. With this amount, you get to explore the place for approximately 45 minutes.
Visitors must note that the timings to visit the Rashtrapati Bhavan are Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The last entry is done by 4:00 PM.
How To Reach?
The nearest metro stations to reach the Rashtrapati Bhavan are Central Secretariat (1 km) or Patel Chowk (2 km). You have to arrive at Gate No. 38, Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, for easy access.
What You Will See Inside?
Visitors are taken through selected areas of the Main Building, including halls where Presidents meet international dignitaries and where formal banquets are hosted. The tour also includes spaces used for national award ceremonies, a museum showcasing India’s presidential history, and portraits of every President of India.
The Amrit Udyan (Gardens) is another highlight and is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
In a viral clip, a visitor shared that the most striking part of the tour was the dining hall artwork, woven with real gold. Each artwork piece reportedly features a patch shaped like an Indian state. The visitor also revealed a lesser-known fact about Rashtrapati Bhavan. He shared that the Bhavan functions like a mini city, complete with grocery stores, a movie hall, and other facilities within the estate.
Important Tips for Visitors
- Online booking is compulsory to visit the Bhavan.
- Carry a valid government-issued ID proof.
- Mobile phones, bags, and electronic items are not allowed inside.
- Circuit 1: Open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
- Circuit 2: Open on all days except Monday.
- Circuit 3: Open from August to March on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
- General visiting hours are from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
