Best places to visit in Lucknow

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

A kulfi shop in Lucknow, known for its kulfi made with rabri, pistachio and saffron, served from a traditional wooden mold.

A historic gateway in Lucknow, considered a heritage structure and a beautiful example of architecture.

The location is mentioned as near Bakse Walle Khaste.

This is a market that contains local culinary experiences.