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12 things to do in Agra, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Agra
- Taj Mahal — marble mausoleum in Agra, India (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Agra Fort — UNESCO World Heritage Site (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah — building in India (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Jama Masjid — mosque in Agra, India (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Moti Masjid — mosque in Agra, India (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Nagina Masjid — mosque in India (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Chini Ka Rauza — monument in India (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Mehtab Bagh — charbagh garden in Agra, India, opposite the Taj Mahal (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Humanyun Mosque — mosque in India (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Musamman Burj — Tower in the Agra Fort complex (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Jahangiri Mahal — Palace in the Agra Fort of India (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Akbar's Church — building in India (visit ≈ 30 min)
2-day Agra walking itinerary
Starting point: Taj Ganj. The top 5 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 7.5 km · 10,080 steps · 1 h 39 min on the way): Taj Mahal → Mehtab Bagh → Humanyun Mosque
- Day 2 (≈ 9.0 km · 12,100 steps · 1 h 59 min on the way): Musamman Burj → Jahangiri Mahal
Where to stay in Agra
- Taj Ganj: Right by the Taj Mahal’s south gate; rooftop terraces with views.
- Fatehabad Road: The big-hotel strip, a short ride from the Taj.
- Sadar Bazaar: Market and restaurants in the cantonment, near the station.
Getting from the airport to Agra
- Agra (Kheria) (AGR): Few domestic flights; taxi ≈ 20 min.
- Delhi Indira Gandhi (DEL): Express train (Gatimaan/Vande Bharat) from Delhi to Agra Cantt ≈ 1 h 45 min; airport to the Delhi station ≈ 1 h.
Getting around
Only electric vehicles are allowed near the Taj; use Uber, Ola or a tuk-tuk around town.
Classic places to eat
- Panchhi Petha: The oldest name for petha, Agra’s famous candied ash-gourd sweet.
- Deviram Sweets: A local classic for bedai and jalebi at breakfast.
- Joney’s Place: A traveller favourite in Taj Ganj since 1978.
- Pinch of Spice: North Indian and Mughlai food; the butter chicken is a favourite.
- Peshawri: Clay-oven kebabs and dal bukhara at the ITC Mughal hotel.
Romantic views
- Mehtab Bagh (Sunset): A Mughal garden facing the Taj Mahal across the river.
- Taj Mahal (Sunrise): The marble turns pink and gold in the morning light.
- Agra Fort (Afternoon): From the red ramparts you can see the Taj across the river.
Good to know before visiting Agra
- Fine: Satellite phones are banned; using one without a licence can lead to arrest.
- Fine: Many states ban cattle slaughter and the sale of beef.
- Fine: Photographing airports, bridges and military sites, or flying drones without a permit, is banned.
- Fine: Smoking in public places is banned.
- Warning: In temples and mosques cover up and remove shoes; some temples ban leather items.
- Warning: Public displays of affection are frowned on.
- Emergency: 112
- Plugs: C/D/M, 230V
- Tap water: Don't drink tap water; use sealed bottled water.
- Tipping: Leave about 10% if service isn't included.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: India, Wikivoyage — India, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Agra travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Agra?
- The top 5 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel.
- What are the top things to do in Agra?
- Highlights: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah, Jama Masjid and Moti Masjid. The map has 12 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Agra?
- Taj Ganj: Right by the Taj Mahal’s south gate; rooftop terraces with views. Other options: Fatehabad Road and Sadar Bazaar.
- How do you get from the airport to Agra city centre?
- Agra (Kheria) (AGR): Few domestic flights; taxi ≈ 20 min. · Delhi Indira Gandhi (DEL): Express train (Gatimaan/Vande Bharat) from Delhi to Agra Cantt ≈ 1 h 45 min; airport to the Delhi station ≈ 1 h.
- How do you get around Agra?
- Only electric vehicles are allowed near the Taj; use Uber, Ola or a tuk-tuk around town.
- What is the emergency number in Agra?
- Emergency: 112.
- Do you tip in Agra?
- Leave about 10% if service isn't included.
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