New Delhi childrens Activities

New Delhi is one of the best places in the country in terms of children-friendliness . It is one of the greenest capitals in the world, with lots of gardens and parks in which children can play and run around with other children. Additionally, there are plenty of theme and amusement parks that are good fun for the whole family.

Appu Ghar
This is India’s first amusement park. Opened in 1984, it is found in the city’s area known as Pragati Maidan. It is a top family destination in New Delhi with its 22 rides, newly opened waterpark named OYSTERS, food centres and shops. Known as India’s Disneyland, Appu Ghar attracts visitors from around the world and is a big hit with children.

Children’s Park
Located close to India Gate, this park has a unique policy of refusing entry to adults attempting to enjoy its facilities without children. It is full of swings, slides, and even boasts a small aquarium. Truly a place for kids, the children’s park is a great spot for them to play with one another.

Buddha Jayanti Park
If you are looking for a good picnic spot, then this part of the city is ideal with its beautiful flowers and gardens. The park was founded on the eve of 2,500 years of the Buddha’s enlightenment and the highlight here is a plant of Bodhi-Briksha brought from Sri Lanka – a cutting of the original plant under which the Buddha found enlightenment.

Mughal Garden
The Mughal Garden is part of the grounds on which the presidential palace is built. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the garden is open to public from February to March.

Musical Fountain at Ajmal Khan Park
Popular with children who are delighted by the spectacular show of a fountain is programmed to display lights, music, and water in a coordinated fashion, Ajmal Khan Park welcomes more visitors during the dusk hours during which the fountain is switched on. The park is open everyday, but the fountain display is good for only 2 hours after sunset, and is not available on Tuesday.

National Rose Garden
A tribute to the rose – the National Rose Garden of India is filled with an incredible array of roses from around the world. During December and January when the roses are in full bloom, the garden sees the most number of visitors enjoying the beautiful sight. Another popular spot with rose lovers is Hauz Khas opposite Safdarjang’s tomb.

National Science Museum
Located adjacent to the Pragati Maidan, the National Science Museum is ideal for a fun and educational day out. Adults and kids alike will delight in learning about science and unravelling some of the world’s more intriguing scientific mysteries.

National Zoological Park
Also called the Delhi Zoo, this park was opened in 1959 and is widely known as one of the best zoos in Asia. The animals here are housed in compounds designed to bear a close resemblance to their natural habitats. The zoo is home to more than 2,000 animals and bird species from around the world.

Rail Transport Museum
The British brought the rail service to India, and the Indians have embraced it with much love, to the extent of erecting a museum to commemorate the train and educate the public on its history of development and its role in history. The exhibits include a regal dining car dating from 1889 and the Prince of Wales’ saloon from 1876.

Shalimar Garden
Enjoying a special place in history, Shalimar Garden was where Aurangzeb the Mughal king was crowned emperor in 1658. The charming pavilion in the centre, called Shish Mahal, was built by Shah Jahan and some of the original painting is still visible.

Shankar’s International Dolls Museum
Opened in 1954, this doll museum houses more than 6,000 dolls from 85 countries. It also contains an impressive collection of Japanese dolls. Approximately a third of the dolls here are from India and they are created by the best craftsmen of the country. Also here are the BC Roy Children’s Library and a children’s play corner.

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