A Complete Travel Guide to Visiting the Taj Mahal

A Saga of Eternal Love, the World's Wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a white ivory marble grand mausoleum that looks like folklore on the banks of the Yamuna River and Agra Fort. The incredible jewel of Muslim art is one of the most appreciated triumphs; well, the monument is beyond these words, and it is by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as an ode to his Queen Mumtaz Mahal. Thus, to give the grace of perfection and magnificence of the geometrical pattern of gardens, it took almost 22 years and 20,000 workers to complete. The construction was started in 1631 and completed in 1648. The Taj Mahal, the beautiful personified architecture, has inconsistent shades as it turns pinkish in the morning, milky white during the sunset, and at night, it turns golden, shining. Therefore, everyone must visit the Taj at least once to experience the different shades throughout the day. 

Best Time to Visit the Taj Mahal:

Admirers can visit the Taj Mahal throughout the year to enjoy the sunny day view and see the World's seven wonders at Full moon night, which is a freakish experience. Else, the best time to visit the Taj Mahal depends on the weather and crowd and the traveler; therefore, November to February is the ideal season to see the incredible monument, but this time can be foggy due to winter, and you won't be able to see the stunning view. In further information, we have covered some essential aspects you should consider when planning to visit the Taj Mahal for the first time or often to capture mesmerizing shots.

• Best Weather: The best time to visit the Taj Mahal is between October and March or the early summer season between March and June to avoid the fog.
• Best time of day: To capture the picturesque Taj Mahal view, it is wise to arrive early for Sunrise or Sunset, as the entrance gate opens 30 minutes before Sunrise. Otherwise, for a quiet sunrise, ensure that you arrive between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.
• Mesmerising Night View: Indulging in the full moon night view of the beautiful personified Taj is an indelible experience. Therefore, the night viewing of the Taj Mahal is available only for five days in the month, including the Full moon and two nights before/ after the full moon. The timings are 8 pm till 11:59 pm in eight batches, with a maximum of 50 people in each batch. However, the single batch time duration is 30 minutes. 

Which is the nearest airport to Agra Taj Mahal?

There are plenty of ways to reach the Taj Mahal, either by road, by Air, or by Train, but the fastest and best transportation is via flight, especially when you are traveling from a far distant location. So, the closest Airport to the World's Wonder is Agra Airport, which is located approximately 8.2km away. Other nearby Airports are Gwalior Airport (99.7km) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (180km). You can visit the monument via taxi when you reach Agra Airport. 

How can you reach the Taj Mahal from Delhi?

Ambling on the pathway crafted in pure marble with your loving partner while admiring the surreal sunrise seems fictitious; Sunrisee's magnificence of love, dedication, and purity deserves a visit. So, if you plan to dip into the immense beauty of the Taj soon but are wondering how to reach it here from Delhi, you will discover all the relevant answers to your queries. Depending on your convenience, there are plenty of ways to get to the mesmerizing Taj Mahal from Delhi By Air, Train, Road, and local transport.

• By Air - To save time, one can consider arriving at the land of the Grand Mausoleum via Flight. You can take the direct flight from Delhi to Agra Airport, which is nearly 8km from the central city; however, several airlines operate flights from Delhi to Agra for seven days.
• By Road—Agra has good road connectivity from major cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Mathura, Fatehpur Sikri, and more. From any of these cities, you can easily find regular Bus services at affordable prices; you can also either hire a taxi or travel via private vehicle by taking the Yamuna Expressway.
• By Train—Agra also has good rail connectivity with the rest of the country. You can book a train for the station Agra Cantonment. Apart from this station, the city also has two other major stations, Raja-ki-mandi and Agra Fort. The central train connectivity from Delhi to Agra is Shatabdi, Rajdhani, or Taj Express. 

When is the best time to visit the Taj Mahal?

Let's talk about the best time to visit the Taj Mahal in terms of weather. It is between November and March, and as there is less humid and mild temperature, admirers can conveniently enjoy exploring the entire monument. Otherwise, during summer, the destination is extremely hot, so you won't be able to take a tour of the complete mausoleum. Consequently, for those who want to catch the cosmic view of the Taj Mahal, it is best to arrive here on the Full moon and experience the incredible night view. 

What are the entry fees for visiting the Taj Mahal?

The entry fees for visiting the Seven Wonders Taj Mahal may vary depending on one's residence status, such as being an Indian, a foreign tourist, or a Citizen of SAARC and BIMSTEC countries. Here is the list of entry fees for different tourists. 

• For Foreign Tourist Taj, the entrance fee is INR 1100.
• For Indian/Domestic tourists, the Taj Entrance fee is INR 50 - INR 200.
• For Citizens of SAARC and BIMSTEC countries, the fee remains INR 200 - INR 500.

Can you see the Taj Mahal at night?

Yes, travelers can see the Taj Mahal at night, but only for five days a month, including the whole moon night, two days before the Full moon, and two days after the full moon. The night tour is available in 8 batches of 50 people each, and a single batch has a minimum of 30 minutes to explore the art of immense Mughal Art. You should make sure to visit the monument on Friday as it remains closed every week on Friday.