Located in South Delhi, the Qutub Minar is a beautiful historical monument depicting architectural excellence and a rich cultural history, attracting a massive crowd of tourists. Built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in the 12th century, Qutub Minar has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The 240-foot-tall towering minaret, built with red stone and marble, is engraved with the teachings of the Quran, making it an architectural prowess. 

Besides the Qutub Minar is the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, one of India’s oldest mosques, made from a blend of Indian and Muslim architectural styles. The region often pulls in a massive crowd during evenings as people come here for sightseeing, taking pictures, and exploring Delhi’s local areas while tasting the delicacies that Delhi street food offers. The nearest metro station to Qutub Minar is the Qutub Minar metro station, which lies on the yellow line of Delhi Metro. The distance between them is around 2.8 Km, and people often take auto-rickshaws, which take Rs. 20 for a ride.  

Moreover, there are numerous cafes and restaurants nearby that you can check out if you are not in the mood for street food. Near Qutub Minar are popular hangout spots like Hauz Khas and Deer park, which one can check out after sightseeing and clicking Instagram-worthy photos. 

 

Qutub Minar: Nearest metro station

The Qutub Minar metro station on the yellow line of the Delhi metro is the nearest, about 2.8 Km away from the minaret. 

 

Qutub Minar metro station (2.8 Km)

Towards	First train	Last train	Platform
Samaypur Badli	6:13	23:23	Platform 2
Huda City center	6:45	00:00	Platform 1

 

Other metro station near Qutub Minar

 

Hauz Khas metro station (3.6 Km)

Towards	First train	Last train	Platform
Samaypur Badli	6:21	23:31	Platform 2
Huda City center	6:38	23:53	Platform 1

 

Malviya Nagar metro station (2.7 Km)

Towards	First train	Last train	Platform
Samaypur Badli	6:18	23:28	Platform 2
Huda City center	6:40	23:55	Platform 1

 

Saket metro station (2.2 Km)

Towards	First train	Last train	Platform
Samaypur Badli	6:16	23:26	Platform 2
Huda City center	6:43	23:58	Platform 1

 

Chhatarpur metro station (3.4 Km)

Towards	First train	Last train	Platform
Samaypur Badli	6:10	23:20	Platform 2
Huda City center	6:48	00:03	Platform 1

 

Sultanpur metro station (5 Km)

Towards	First train	Last train	Platform
Samaypur Badli	6:08	23:18	Platform 2
Huda City center	6:51	00:06	Platform 1

 

How to reach Qutub Minar by Metro?

Here are different metro routes that you can take to reach Qutub Minar by metro:

 

Yellow line

The yellow line of Delhi metro starts from Huda city center to Samaypur Badli and vice versa. Qutub Minar metro station is about 10 stations away from Huda City center and from the station, you can take a metro to reach the place. 

 

Pink line

The pink line goes from Majlis park metro station to Shiv Vihar metro station and vice versa. You must change the metro line from the pink line at Dilli-Haat INA and then move towards Huda City center to reach Qutub Minar.

 

Violet line

The violet line of Delhi metro moves from Raja Nahar Singh metro station Kashmiri gate metro station and vice versa. You can change the metro route at Central Secretariat metro station and head towards Huda City center. 

 

Blue line

The blue line of Delhi metro starts from Dwarka Sector 21 metro station and diverges and ends at Vaishali or Noida Electronic city. You can change the route, move towards the yellow line from the Rajiv Chowk metro station, and then head towards Huda City center. 

 

Red line

The red line starts from Barwala and moves towards the New Bus Adda metro station and vice versa. You can change to the yellow line to reach Qutub Minar from the Kashmere Gate metro station. 

 

Places to visit near Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is situated in one of the most happening regions of the city. Besides visiting the minaret and exploring the mosque, here’s what you can explore:

 

Chhatarpur Mandir

The Chhatarpur Mandir is a stunning complex of temples devoted to the goddess Katyayani. One of the biggest and most important Hindu temples in the city, it is made completely of marble.  The temple’s architecture, which features exquisite carvings and delicate designs on its walls and pillars, is a monument to ancient Indian craftsmanship. Goddess Katyayani’s primary shrine is a place of strong devotion where followers come to get blessings and find spiritual comfort.

 

Hauz khas

The village, full of unique cafes, boutiques, art galleries, and tiny roads, is well known for its lively atmosphere. The area is given a historical touch by the ruins of the medieval buildings, such as the Hauz Khas Complex. People interested in history are drawn to historical buildings including the madrasa, mausoleum, and Hauz Khas Fort. Adjacent to the hamlet, the Deer Park offers a peaceful escape with stunning views of the Hauz Khas lake.

 

The National Rail Museum

This in Chanakyapuri, Delhi, delivers a fascinating tour through India’s rich rail pass for those who enjoy history and rail travel. The museum, which opened in 1977, features an extensive collection of antique locomotives, carriages, and artifacts that represent the development of railroads throughout the nation.

 The museum’s collection of vintage locomotives, which includes the Fairy Queen, the world’s oldest steam locomotive still in operation, is its main attraction.

 

Real estate around Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is one of the most posh areas of Delhi. It is surrounded by luxury housing in areas like Mehrauli, Saket, and Vasant Kunj. There have been numerous developments in the area regarding residential real estate, as the number of gated communities, apartments, villas, and high-end condominiums has increased over the past few years, and so have the property prices.

The commercial real estate demand has skyrocketed since Qutab Minar is near Select City Walk Mall and DLF Avenue. Moreover, there are numerous fine dining restaurants and cafes nearby. Since Qutub Minar attracts a huge crowd, the commercial arena benefits from it.

 

The price range of properties around Qutub Minar

Size	Type	Location	Price
344 sq ft	1 BHK house	Lado Sarai	33 lakh
1350 sq ft	3 BHK villa	Mehrauli	1.6 crore
1000 sq ft	2 BHK flat	Mehrauli	50 lakh
1200 sq ft	5 BHK house	Mehrauli	85 lakh

https://housing.com/in/buy/new_delhi/qutub_minar_mehrauli_lmk

 

FAQs

Which bus stand is the nearest to Qutub Minar?

The nearest bus station to Qutub Minar is the Qutub Minar bus stand right outside the monument's entry gate—the DTC buses in Delhi travel to and from here.

How much is the metro fare to Qutub Minar?

The metro fare depends on the distance that you travel.

What are some famous restaurants or cafes near Qutub Minar?

Some popular restaurants near Qutub Minar are Bo Tai, Dramz, Olive Bar & Kitchen, Rooh, QLA, Thai High, etc. The area is filled with fine dining and budget-friendly restaurants.

What is the distance between Select City Walk Mall Saket and Qutub Minar?

The distance between Select City Walk Saket and Qutub Minar is about 4.1 Km, and you can take an auto-rickshaw which may charge you anywhere between Rs.50 to Rs. 100 for the trip.

Is Qutub Minar closed on any day of the week?

No, Qutub Minar is not closed on any day of the week. You can visit the minaret from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How much is the bus fare to Qutub Minar?

The bus fare still needs to be fixed. It depends on the distance you have traveled.

 

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