7 Insta-Worthy Parks In The City That Are Perfect For The Perfect Picnic Bliss

Living in a frenzied city like New Delhi, our weekends are all about visiting nearby malls, lunch dates and shopping sprees, so we certainly need a good break to take in and enjoy nature. Why not have a relaxing day at a nice park? Amidst the hustle-bustle and fast-paced life of the city, parks nestled in the heart of the city will make you find balance and peace within yourself. This is why we’ve listed the following pretty parks so that you can have an interesting winter afternoon in and around Delhi.

1. Lodhi Gardens

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It is one of the most scenic and favourite picturesque spots right in the heart of New Delhi. Manicured lawns, sunny patches and beautiful historic gumbads where you can sit and dream of the 'king-queen' era. A picnic day or a photo sesh on a warm winter afternoon here will definitely leave you refreshed, rejuvenated and happy. Don't forget to take your picnic basket and snacks for a fun-filled noon picnic!

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

2. Nehru Park

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In the midst of Embassies in the VIP area of Chanakyapuri, Nehru Park is one of the best-maintained parks in Delhi. With colourful flowers blooming in glory and the voice of birds chirping, this flawless place will make you forget your worries while you whisper sweet nothings to your partner or take a stroll through the lawns!

Where | Nehru Park - Ashoka Hotel, Chanakyapuri Diplomatic Area
Timings | 9 AM - 5 PM

3. Garden Of 5 Senses

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As the name suggests, the garden is meant to enhance all the five senses - such as smell, sight, sound, taste and touch. An amalgamation of fragrance and texture engulfs you as you walk into the doors of this majestic garden. Complete with narrow winding pathways, lush groves and dells, together with small ponds and water fountains, the Garden Of  Five senses is definitely a change from the metro life.

Where | Garden of Five Senses - Saidulajab, Saket
Timings | 9 AM - 5:30 PM

4. Rock Garden

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This garden is a paradise for people who wish to walk, jog and spend some time close to nature. Stretching over quite a large area, the tourist spot has well-maintained grass banks and trees like Neem, Eucalyptus, and Ashoka. This Patel Nagar park is an underrated and less publicised one which makes it just the perfect place to unwind from a chaotic day!

Where | Rock Garden - West Patel Nagar, Patel Nagar
Timings | 8 AM - 10 PM

5. Hauz Khas District Park

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What happens when history is mixed with nature? Well, the result is Delhi's famous Hauz Khas District Park which is a richly wooded park featuring a duck pond, walking paths & ancient tombs, and get this - a herd of deer! This calm and serene place is preferred for a great picnic, some leisure time with friends and fam and pictures to up your Insta game!

Where | Hauz Khas District Park - Africa Avenue, Hauz Khas
Timings | 5 AM - 8 PM

6. Waste to Wonder Theme Park

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A new addition to Delhi's attraction is this park which is the replica of the iconic seven wonders of the world and the fascinating part is that it is created from industrial and other wastes! A visit to this theme park is a must to understand that something created from scrap materials can look so surreal while making it an ideal place for school excursions and picnics!

Where | Waste to Wonder Theme Park-near Hazrat Nizamuddin Metro Station, Block A, Ganga Vihar, Sarai Kale Khan
Timings | 11 AM- 11 PM

7. Mughal Gardens

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Spread over 15 acres, Mughal Gardens have been portrayed as the soul of the Presidential Palace. The flawless garden takes its inspiration from The Gardens of Jammu & Kashmir, the Taj Mahal and the paintings of India and Persia. Considered as one of the best rose gardens in the world, It has 138 varieties of roses, over 10,000 tulip bulbs and 70 different kinds of seasonal flowers welcoming visitors to the garden.

Where | Mughal Garden - Mughal Gardens Marg, Rashtrapati Bhawan, President's Estate
Timings | 9 AM - 5 PM