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New Delhi vs Mumbai

Can't choose between New Delhi and Mumbai? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want.

February, March, November
Best time to visit
January, February, November
$130
Typical cost / day
$130
USD
Currency
USD
3 days
Ideal length
3 days
18 spots
Live highlights
18 spots

Top things to do in New Delhi

  • 20, Ashoka Road
  • National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi
  • Cochin House
  • Patel Chowk metro station
  • Local food tour of New Delhi

Top things to do in Mumbai

  • Kurla Assembly constituency
  • Kurla
  • Parsi–Muslim riots
  • Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra
  • Local food tour of Mumbai

So, New Delhi or Mumbai?

N

New Delhi is the pick if you want better value and highlights like 20, Ashoka Road and National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi. Best visited February or March.

M

Mumbai is the better call for Kurla Assembly constituency and Kurla and a lighter daily spend. Best visited January or February.

New Delhi vs Mumbai: questions

Is New Delhi or Mumbai cheaper?+

New Delhi is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $130/day for New Delhi and $130/day for Mumbai for a mid-range trip, before flights.

New Delhi or Mumbai, which has better weather?+

New Delhi is best in February, March, November, while Mumbai shines in January, February, November. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.

Should I visit New Delhi or Mumbai first?+

Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.

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