13 Fun And Uber Cool Things You Can Do In Delhi NCR With Your Siblings Gang This Raksha Bandan!

Guys, remember ‘em golden days when we used to be super excited for summer breaks and festivals because we’d get to meet and spend a helluva time with our fave cousins? Now, even though all of us have grown up and adulting has taken away most of our free time, what remains intact is the joy of hanging out with the same OG cousins gang. And, just in case you were thinking of special ways to spend some quality time with your cousins, here’s an ultimate guide to all the super fun and cool things you can do, this festive season. Keep Reading!

1. Pottery and Chai At Café Lota

Why not get those creative juices flowing while sipping on some hot chai? Head to Café Lota in the National Crafts Museum, where you can enjoy a pottery session and make your own DIY rakhi gifts! Whether it’s a wonky mug or a perfectly imperfect vase, this is one artsy way to bond with your cousins. Plus, the cosy café serves some delish regional delicacies—so you can munch on mouth-watering pakoras after playing with clay.

Where | Café Lota - National Crafts Museum, Bhairon Marg, Pragati Maidan

Timings | 9 AM - 9:30 PM

2. Stargazing At Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary

Swap the city lights for starlight and go stargazing with your cousins at the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary. Carry a blanket, pack some snacks, and lay under the stars for a night of stories, laughter, and making unforgettable memories. It’s a serene and magical experience that’s perfect for a Rakhi night out with the gang. Don’t forget to download a stargazing app to identify constellations and planets!

Where | Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, Tughlakabad

Timings | 6 AM - 6:30 PM (For daytime entry, but stargazing can be done post-visit from nearby spots

3. Walk Along The Artistic Lanes Of Lodhi Art District

Get those walking shoes out and embark on a colourful journey through the vibrant streets of the Lodhi Art District! This outdoor gallery is a visual treat, with stunning murals and street art that make for the perfect backdrop for those insta-worthy cousin pictures. Make a pit stop at the nearby Lodhi - The Garden Restaurant for a refreshing drink or a quick bite. It’s the perfect mix of adventure, art, and bonding time with your fave gang.

Where | Lodhi Art District, Lodhi Colony

Timings | Anytime, but early mornings or late afternoons are best to avoid the heat

4. Food Walk At Old Delhi

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 Guys, Old Delhi is unequivocally the ‘Baap of street food’ and when craving zaikedaar street food, there is no place better than it. From Natraj's delicious Dahi Bhalle to crispy kachoris from Jung Bahadur, there is something absolutely delightful waiting for you at every nook and corner here and you should totally head over here with your cousins for an unforgettable time. 

Where | Chandni Chowk 

5. Cafe Hopping In Khan Market

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With fantabulous cafes like Perch, Tera Vita, Laduree and many more, Khan Market is an iconic spot to hang out in Saddi Dilli. And, if you and your cousins love eating out, then cafe hopping in Khan Market seems like an ideal place to us. Plus, here you can also shop and get ‘em super cute fam jam pictures for the ‘gram. Sounds like a win-win deal to us!  

Where | Khan Market 

6. Channelise Your Inner Sherlock At Mystery Rooms

This is for all mystery lovers in the house! Guys, if you and your cousins have a knack for solving mysteries then Mystery Rooms is a fantastic place to head over to. Mystery Rooms is a unique and interactive 'live escape game’ where you have to solve mysteries under a fixed frame of time or you will lose. Visit here and enjoy a day full of mystery and fun with your fave people. 

Where | Mystery Rooms - Noida & Outer Outlets
Timings | 11 - 9 PM
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/mysteryrooms.cp

7. Play Board Games At Unlocked India

Remember how as kids we used to spend long hours playing board games with our cousins? Well, what if we tell you that you can relive those moments? Yep, that’s right! Unlocked India’s radiant environment, mysterious vibe and entire library that houses 100+ thrilling board games will ensure you and your cousins have a super fun day while you drink and feast. Besides this, these guys also have an escape room called The Explorer, where you get to solve a mystery of a British adventurer who left her precious blue neckpiece in a study chamber in 1897 - sounds super intriguing, right? 

Where | Unlocked India -  Ground Floor, Unit 3, 32nd Avenue, NH-8, Sector 15 Part 2, Gurgaon
Timings | 12 PM- 1 AMt
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/unlocked.in/

8. Jump Your Way To Joy At Sky Jumper Trampoline Park 

Tell us a better plan than cherishing the child in you with your childhood besties at Delhi NCRs largest trampoline park. There isn’t any, we know! Guys, Sky Jumper is India's largest trampoline park and has 100 interconnected trampolines that assure unlimited fun. Along with it, it also has a wide array of activities to participate in inside the arena itself such as volleyball, dodgeball, swinging ropes, rope walks, and so much more. So, head over here and make unforgettable memories with your cuisines, this Rakhi season.

Where | Sky Jumper Trampoline Park -  ILD Trade Centre, Sohna Road, D1 Block, Malibu Town, Sector 47, Gurugram
Timings | 11:30 AM - 9 PM
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/SkyJumperGurugram

9. Chat With Chaat At Prince Chaat Corner

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Chit Chat and Chaat sound like a perfect combination to us, especially when hanging out with our chatore cousins. And, when talking about delicious chaat, Prince Paan & Chaat Corner is the one place that automatically pops into our heads. Nestled in GK, these good folks have been satiating all of our chaat cravings for ages. And, their entire menu is so enticing that no matter what you eat, your taste buds are gonna thank you! Head over here this Raksha Bandhan to add just the right tadka to your celebration. 

Where | Prince Chaat By Prince Paan - M 29/5, First Floor, M Block, GK I 
Timings | 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM 
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/GKPrinceChaatCorner

10. Midnight Gedi At India Gate 

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Late-night drives with our fave people hit completely differently, right?  So, if you're in the mood for a wholesome gedi scene with your cousins, then a quick drive to India Gate seems like a dope AF plan to us. Also, when here, don’t forget to enjoy yummy popsicles as you gaze at the iconic war memorial that gets even more stunning at night. Okay?

Where | India Gate 

11. Get Something For The ‘Gram At the Museum Of Illusions

Last but defo not least on our list is the Museum Of Illusions which is a fairly new addition to the city’s splendour and is literally the first of its kind in the country itself. Guys, this unique museum boasts rooms that defy gravity, a vortex tunnel and even mind-boggling holograms that you have to see if you haven’t already. So, head over here with your cousins and get some super cool and mind-boggling pictures for the ‘gram. 

Where | Museum Of Illusions - A 30-33, 1st Floor, A Block, Inner Circle, CP
Timings | 11 AM - 8 PM
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/museumofillusions.newdelhi 

12. Spend A Fun Day Out At Qutub Minar 

For an offbeat and unconventional rakhi, grab your cousin's gang and head over for a monumental day out at the historical maverick, Qutub Minar. Plan that perfect picnic with your cousins and revel in the architectural beauty of the brick minaret. So, folks, pack those cold sandwiches, juice and some ice cream for a fun picnic at the marvellous monument. 

Where | Seth Sarai, Mehrauli
Timings | 7 AM - 9 PM 

13. A Yulu Ride With Your Cousin Crew 

Take your yulus out and whizz away in the streets of Delhi and make pit stops at the iconic landmarks of Delhi. Nothing beats a quick gedi with your fave cousins and that too in a fun and environment-friendly way! From the lanes of CP, Khan Market, Lodhi Art District and Dilli Haat to India Gate. So,  folks, take your siblings on a gedi ride this rakhi!

Where | Available At Selected Metro Stations 

So, which of these will you tick off your list, first?