Best places to visit in Lucknow

Bara Imambara is a famous tourist attraction in Lucknow, created by Asaf-ud-Daula in 1784. It is known for its Bhool Bhulaiya (maze) and Bauri (stepwell), showcasing Mughal architecture.

Chota Imambara, also known as Imambara Hussainabad Mubarak, was created in 1838 by Nawab Muhammad Ali. It features two replicas of the Taj Mahal and showcases Avadh-style chandeliers and Indo-Islamic-Persian architecture.

Rumi Darwaza, also known as the Gateway of Lucknow, is a 60-foot-high gateway built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula, showcasing Awadhi architecture with a mix of Mughal and Persian styles.

The British Residency, whose construction started in 1775 and completed in 1800, spread across 33 acres with old buildings and served as an important battle site during the First War of Independence in 1857.

Hazratganj Market is famous for Chikankari embroidery and handicrafts. It was developed like the Queen Street of London after the revolt of 1857 and is a hub for handmade objects.

A very old and popular tea shop in Lucknow, known for its strong tea served in 'kulhads' (earthen cups) and accompanied by 'bun-maska' and samosas.

Hazratganj is a location in Lucknow where Shukla Tea Stall, Bajpayee Kachori Bhandar and Shukla Chaat House are located.

Chowk is a historic area in Lucknow known for its culinary offerings, including Tunday Kababs, Rahimi's Nahari Kulcha, Ram Asrey's Malai Paan and Kashmiri Chai.

Aminabad is a bustling area known for food, including Tunday Kababi and Prakash ki Mashoor Kulfi.

Tunday Kababi in Aminabad is renowned for its Galawati Kabab, Mutton Biryani, and Warqi Paratha, with a history of over 120 years.

Ambedkar Park is a well-kept public park in Lucknow featuring sculptures, statues, lush fields, and a museum and library honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

Satkhanda is a famous incomplete watchtower in Lucknow, made by Nawab Ali Shah in the 18th century. This 4 storeyed watch tower resembles to Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Lucknow Zoo, also known as the Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden, is one of the oldest and most popular tourist attractions in the city, housing over 1000 animals, birds, and reptiles.

Bauli is a step-well that shows a reflection of a person entering, acting like a CCTV camera.

Dr. Ambedkar Park is a red stone park dedicated to social activists.

Gomti Riverfront is a long stretch road along the Gomti River, referred to as Lucknow’s Marine Drive.

Chandrika Devi Temple is a 300-year-old temple situated on the bank of the Gomti River in Kathvara village, known for the deity Chandrika Devi, a form of Goddess Durga.

This is a very old and famous food stall in Chowk, Lucknow, known for selling 'khasta' (a flaky fried snack) served in a box with potato curry.

A popular dessert in Chowk, Lucknow, made from milk and cream, topped with dry fruits and sugar, prepared with a lengthy process starting early in the morning.

A shop in Chowk offering refreshing 'chaach' (buttermilk) prepared using traditional methods with salt, cumin, mint, and served in a clay pot.

A market in Chowk, Lucknow, historically known for jewelry shops, and also known as the 'phool wali gali'.

A street in Chowk, Lucknow, known for flower shops, with a history dating back to the time of courtesans ('tawaifs') who used to frequent the area.

A major historical and religious site in Lucknow, built by the Nawab to provide employment during a famine, featuring a 'bhool bhulaiya' (labyrinth).

A popular food stall in Hazratganj, Lucknow, famous for its 'khasta kachori' (flaky fried bread) served with chole (chickpea curry) and aloo (potato dish).

A well-known chaat shop in Lucknow, famous for its two types of 'tikki' (potato and pea cutlets) cooked in desi ghee on a large griddle.