Top 10 Parks In Delhi Every Nature Enthusiast Must Visit to Discover the City’s Serenity And Bliss

Reconnecting with nature is the ultimate remedy to release all your worries and stress. Nature acts as a powerful healer, offering tranquillity, soothing your spirit and providing a retreat for relaxation. While finding solace in the midst of Delhi's bustling urban landscape may seem challenging, it is entirely achievable. Now you may wonder how it is possible? The capital city is home to numerous expansive parks that offer a sanctuary to discover inner peace and bask in serene surroundings. Stay tuned as we unveil these hidden gems on our list!

1. Nehru Park 

Yo, city explorers! Nehru Park is the ultimate urban playground right in the heart of Delhi with 80 acres of non-stop vibes! This place is lit with open spaces for your morning jog or an Insta-worthy stroll. But hold up, it's not just about fitness – brace yourselves for dope art events, cultural gigs and even yoga classes. Did we mention there are open-air gyms to flex those muscles? Plus, grab a post-workout smoothie at the café or vibe at an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva. Nehru Park – where fitness meets cultural coolness!

Where | Nehru Park - Ashoka Hotel in the Chanakyapuri Diplomatic Area
Timings | 24 Hours (Monday) & 5 AM - 9 PM (Tuesday-Sunday)

2. Lodhi Gardens

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Lodhi Gardens is basically the green HQ of Delhi – a haven for nature buffs, fitness freaks and picnic pros. You can get your jog on with the rad tracks or even zen out with legit yoga sessions. But wait, it's not just about the vibes – this place is a historical playground! Picture monuments from the 15th and 16th centuries chillin' amidst the flowers. Explore Sikandar Lodi's tomb and Mohammed Shah's mausoleum – pure time-travelling bliss!

Where | Lodhi Gardens - Lodhi Road, Lodhi Gardens, Lodhi Estate
Timings | 6 AM - 8 PM 

3. Jahanpanah City Forest

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Nature lovers, this is your urban escape! Dive into the wild vibes of the Jahanpanah City Forest, a sprawling 800-acre (324-hectare) oasis that's basically a chill pill in the midst of Delhi's chaotic traffic scene. This place is all about those undulating tracks, making it prime real estate for epic morning and evening strolls or jog seshes. But it's not just about the lush greens; the forest is a bird party. Yep, you read that right! Catch sunbirds doing their thing on the branches of rubber, peepal and Ashoka trees.

Where | Jahanpanah City Forest - walkway, Jahanpanah City Forest, New Delhi
Timings | 5 AM - 10 AM & 4 PM - 7 PM 

4. Buddha Jayanti Park 

Get ready to vibe at Buddha Jayanti Park, where the main star is a golden Buddha statue resting on a manmade island – total zen vibes, right? This green oasis is a jackpot of trees, bushes, and a pond rocking aquatic plants and ducks. It's like a botanical rave with medicinal gardens, cactus, bougainvillaea and topiary bushes bringing the party all year round. Perfect weather for a chill nature walk, epic picnics, or just vibing with a good book.

Where | Buddha Jayanti Park - Vandemataram Marg, Central Ridge Reserve Forest
Timings | 6 AM - 8:30 PM

5. Garden Of Five Senses

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Believe us when we say that the best way to begin your day on a good note is to take a stroll through the lush lanes of this beautiful garden! You'll find bamboo courts, Mughal Gardens, herb gardens and pretty li’l pools that lie blanketed under lilies - a perfect place to revitalise! 

Where | Garden Of Five Senses - Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saiyad ul Ajaib, Saket
Timings | 9 AM - 7 PM

6. Indraprastha Park

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This area was once a landfill site, but now, there exists a thriving park that is spread across a lavish area of 3.4 hectares. There's also a Bougainvillea Garden nearby where you can spot a few varieties of this vibrant flower. The well-manicured lawns and the quiet ambience make this garden an ideal picnic spot - do drop by.

Where | Indraprastha Park - Ring Road, Grand Trunk Road, Block A, Ganga Vihar, Sarai Kale Khan
Timings | 6 AM - 7:15 PM

7. Japanese Park

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Tucked away in the posh residential colonies of Rohini, Japanese Park is one of the biggest parks in the city and is home to vast gardens and several lakes. You can sit back, watch the glorious sunsets, or indulge in a photography sesh- either way, this is where you need to be if you wish to escape the city chaos.

Where | Japanese Park - Swarn Jayanti Park, Sector 10, Rohini
Timings | 5 AM - 8 PM

8. Central Park, CP

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Central Park offers mesmerising views of the entire CP that one can never get bored of! Lie down on the grass and take a moment to appreciate the beauty that Delhi has to offer while clearing your mind, we promise it doesn't get any better than this!

Where | Central Park - Rajiv Chowk, Connaught Place

9. Roshanara Bagh

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Built by Princess Roshanara Begum, Roshanara Bagh is a monumental garden that has parts of thick jungle, orchards, shrubberies and long canals. Trot over for a slice of equanimity and for a glimpse into the bygone eras, there's no way you're not gonna like it.

Where |   Roshanara Bagh - Roshanara Road, Roshanara Garden
Timings | 5 AM - 8 PM

10. Vijay Mandal Park

The picturesque Vijay Mandal Park is sandwiched between the Begumpur Village, Sarvodaya Enclave, and Shivalik. With gorgeous landscapes, playgrounds and heaps of flowers that bloom here, this park is nothing short of a saviour to your anxious mind. Come visit and enjoy nature in its purest form here!

Where | Vijay Mandal Park - Begampur, Near Sarvodaya Enclave
Time | 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Folks, we hope you've added these lush gems to your list! Trot over whenever you feel exhausted and surround yourself with the best of nature.