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One Day Trip From Delhi: 15 Picnic Spots and Day Outings (With Timings)

By Mujammil Pinjara • Wed Oct 21 2026

One day trips and picnic spots near Delhi: Agra, Mathura-Vrindavan, Sultanpur, Damdama Lake, Neemrana and farmhouse day picnics, with sample timetables.

A one day trip from Delhi can be a dawn drive to the Taj Mahal, a morning with migratory birds at Sultanpur, temples in Mathura and Vrindavan, a fort at Neemrana, or simply a picnic day at a private farmhouse with a pool on the edge of the city. This guide lists the best one day outings and picnic spots near Delhi, from 20 km to about 230 km, with how long each takes, what to carry and a sample timetable, so you are back home the same night. Distances are approximate from central Delhi.

One day trips from Delhi at a glance

Day trip	Distance	One-way time	Leave by	Best for
Okhla Bird Sanctuary	About 20 km	45 min	7 am	Birdwatching mornings
Surajkund and Badkhal	About 25–35 km	1 h	9 am	Heritage, February mela
Asola Bhatti and Neeli Jheel	About 20 km	45 min	7 am	Nature walks
Sultanpur and Farrukhnagar	About 45–55 km	1–1.5 h	6.30 am	Winter birds, a stepwell
Damdama Lake and Sohna	About 55–60 km	1.5 h	8 am	Lake, hills, hot springs
Heritage Transport Museum	About 65 km	1.5 h	9.30 am	Kids, rainy or hot days
Murthal food run	About 50 km	1–1.5 h	Any time	Parathas, late nights
Garhmukteshwar (Brijghat)	About 100–110 km	2–2.5 h	7 am	Ganga ghats
Neemrana	About 120 km	2.5 h	7 am	Fort, stepwell
Mathura and Vrindavan	About 160–180 km	3 h	6 am	Temples, Prem Mandir at night
Kurukshetra	About 160 km	3 h	6 am	Brahma Sarovar, museums
Agra	About 230 km	3.5–4 h	5 am	Taj Mahal (not Fridays)
Farmhouse day picnic	20–60 km	30–90 min	10 am	Families, birthdays, offices

One day picnic spots near Delhi

1. A private farmhouse day picnic (Noida, Gurugram, south Delhi)

The most popular one day outing for Delhi families and offices is not a sight at all: it is a day at a private farmhouse. You book the whole property for a day slot, typically from morning to evening, and get a lawn, a pool (often with a separate kids' pool), a sound system, indoor games and space to cook or order in. It is ideal for birthdays, kitty parties, reunions and team outings, and it works for every age, from toddlers in the kids' pool to grandparents on the shaded sit-out. BookMyFarm has 70 such stays in Delhi NCR; see the family-friendly farmhouses and read how day picnic and overnight slots work.

2. Sultanpur National Park

About 45 km away on the Farrukhnagar road, Sultanpur is at its best from November to March, when migratory birds crowd the lake. Walk the trail around the water in the early morning, then drive 10 km on to Farrukhnagar for the Sheesh Mahal and the octagonal baoli. Back in Gurugram by lunch.

3. Damdama Lake and Sohna

A lake in the Aravalli foothills, fullest after the monsoon, with rocky hills around it. Combine it with the hot spring tank at Sohna and lunch at a farmhouse on Sohna Road. Our Damdama, Sohna and Sultanpur guide has a full timetable.

4. Surajkund and the Faridabad Aravallis

The ancient stepped reservoir of Surajkund is a peaceful stop outside the February crafts mela, and the Aravalli hills around it hide Peacock Lake and the sacred grove of Mangar Bani. See our Faridabad guide.

5. Okhla Bird Sanctuary and the Noida Botanical Garden

A short morning: waterbirds on the Yamuna marshes in winter, then the large Botanical Garden in Noida, both near the Magenta Line metro. More in our Noida guide.

6. Heritage Transport Museum, Taoru

Vintage cars, motorcycles, railway saloons and an aircraft under one roof: a reliable day out with children, especially in the heat or rain.

7. Aravalli Biodiversity Park and Leisure Valley, Gurugram

Green, close and free or cheap, these are good for a short family walk. Our places to visit in Gurgaon guide lists more.

Farmhouse with private pool in Noida, Delhi NCR – BMF-F334

One day trips from Delhi to bigger sights

Agra in a day

5 am leave Delhi on the Yamuna Expressway. 9 am the Taj Mahal. 12 noon lunch. 1.30 pm Agra Fort. 3.30 pm Itimad-ud-Daulah. 5 pm Mehtab Bagh for the Taj at sunset. 6 pm head back, home by about 10 pm. The Taj is closed on Fridays. Fast trains are an alternative to driving.

Mathura and Vrindavan in a day

6 am leave Delhi. 9 am Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi and Dwarkadhish temple in Mathura. 11.30 am Vishram Ghat. 1 pm lunch and pedas. 3 pm drive to Vrindavan; ISKCON and the Banke Bihari temple (check darshan timings, which change with the season). 6.30 pm Prem Mandir lit up. Back by about 11 pm.

Neemrana in a day

Leave by 7 am on NH 48, see the fort and the stepwell in the town, lunch on the highway and return by evening. If you can stay a night, see our Neemrana guide.

Kurukshetra in a day

Brahma Sarovar, Jyotisar and the Panorama and Science Centre fill a day; stop at Murthal on the way back for parathas.

Garhmukteshwar in a day

Ganga ghats, boat rides and the evening aarti at Brijghat, about two hours away on the Moradabad highway.

Choosing a one day outing near Delhi for family

Group	Good picks	Avoid
Toddlers and small children	Farmhouse with a kids' pool, Heritage Transport Museum, Botanical Garden	Long drives, very crowded temples
School-age children	Agra, Sultanpur, Neemrana, Kurukshetra's science centre	Midday heat in summer
Grandparents	Mathura and Vrindavan, Garhmukteshwar, a farmhouse with a shaded lawn	Long walks on uneven ground
Office teams	Farmhouse day picnic with games and a pool	Anything more than 90 minutes away
Friends	Murthal at night, Damdama Lake, a farmhouse pool party	Weekend afternoons on NH 48

What to carry on a one day trip

Water, snacks and a cap; Delhi's sun is strong for most of the year.
Binoculars for the bird parks in winter.
Swimwear, towels and a change of clothes for a farmhouse day, and sunscreen.
Socks or comfortable footwear for temples, where you leave shoes outside.
Cash for parking and small stalls, ID for monuments, and a power bank.
In winter, a warm layer: mornings and evenings are cold and foggy.

Timing tips

Start by 6 or 7 am for anything more than an hour away; the city's exits jam after 8.30 am.
Avoid returning on NH 48 and NH 44 between 6 and 9 pm on Sundays.
For a farmhouse day picnic, confirm the slot timings, the guest limit and whether outside food and music are allowed when you book.
From late October to January, check the air quality and fog forecast; an outdoor day is best on a clear day.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best one day trip from Delhi?+

Agra is the classic, about 230 km away by the Yamuna Expressway; go on any day except Friday, when the Taj Mahal is closed. Mathura and Vrindavan, Neemrana and Sultanpur are other good one day trips.

What are the best one day picnic spots near Delhi?+

A private farmhouse with a pool in Noida, Gurugram or south Delhi, Sultanpur National Park, Damdama Lake and Sohna, Surajkund, Okhla Bird Sanctuary with the Noida Botanical Garden, and the Heritage Transport Museum at Taoru.

Where can I go for a 1 day outing near Delhi with family?+

A farmhouse day picnic is the easiest with mixed ages. For sightseeing, Agra, Mathura and Vrindavan, Neemrana, Sultanpur and the Heritage Transport Museum are all doable in a day.

Which places near Delhi can I visit in one day by car?+

Anything up to about 230 km: Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Neemrana, Kurukshetra, Garhmukteshwar, Damdama Lake, Sultanpur, Surajkund and Murthal.

Is a farmhouse day picnic possible in Delhi NCR?+

Yes. Many farmhouses offer a day slot, typically from morning to evening, for picnics, birthdays and office outings. Slot timings and inclusions vary by property, so check them on the listing.

What is the best one day trip from Delhi in winter?+

Sultanpur National Park or Okhla Bird Sanctuary for migratory birds, Agra and Neemrana in the pleasant daytime weather, or a farmhouse day with a bonfire in the evening.

What is the best one day trip from Delhi in summer?+

Stay close and stay cool: a farmhouse with a private pool, or an indoor attraction such as the Heritage Transport Museum. Avoid long outdoor sightseeing in the midday heat.

Can I visit Mathura and Vrindavan in one day from Delhi?+

Yes. Leave by 6 am on the Yamuna Expressway, see Mathura's temples and ghats in the morning, move to Vrindavan in the afternoon and stay for Prem Mandir lit up in the evening.

Which one day trip from Delhi is best for office teams?+

A farmhouse day outing within an hour of the office, with a pool, lawn games and a sound system. It avoids long travel and keeps everyone together.

How far is Sultanpur National Park from Delhi?+

About 45 km from central Delhi and about 15 km from Gurugram, roughly an hour to 90 minutes by road. Go early in the morning between November and March for migratory birds.

What should I carry for a farmhouse day picnic?+

Swimwear and towels, a change of clothes, sunscreen, snacks or a food plan, your music playlist, and ID for the adults. Check the house rules on food, alcohol and music before you go.

Where to stay in Delhi NCR

For a one day outing, the farmhouse is the destination. Pick one close to home and confirm the day slot timings, guest limit and pool rules when you book.

BookMyFarm lists 70 private stays in Delhi NCR: 59 farmhouses and 11 villas. 41 are in Noida, 22 in Gurugram and 7 in Delhi's own farmhouse belts (Chhatarpur, Rajokri, Alipur, Hamidpur, IGNOU Road and Rohini), and there are 9 more just outside, in Faridabad, Ghaziabad and at Murthal in Sonipat. 66 of the 70 have a private swimming pool, almost all have a lawn and a sound system, and about a third have a separate kids' pool. Each one is booked whole, for a day picnic or a night, and they sleep anything from 8 to 50 guests.

Stay	Sleeps	Pool	More in this area
Farmhouse with private pool in Noida, Delhi NCR – BMF-F334	Up to 30 guests	Private pool	farmhouses in Noida
Farmhouse with private pool in Gurugram, Delhi NCR – BMF-F308	Up to 30 guests	Private pool	farmhouses in Gurugram
Farmhouse with private pool in Noida, Delhi NCR – BMF-F457	Up to 12 guests	Private pool	farmhouses in Noida
2 BHK farmhouse with private pool in Gurugram, Delhi NCR – BMF-F573	Up to 15 guests	Private pool	farmhouses in Gurugram
2 BHK farmhouse with private pool in Rajokri, Delhi – BMF-F591	Up to 12 guests	Private pool	farmhouses in Rajokri
3 BHK farmhouse with private pool in Faridabad, Delhi NCR – BMF-F618	Up to 15 guests	Private pool	farmhouses in Faridabad

If you want	Look at
A day picnic with kids	family-friendly farmhouses and our kids' birthday farmhouse guide
A farmhouse with a big lawn	farmhouses with a lawn
A stay near Faridabad	farmhouses in Faridabad
A farmhouse with a private pool	pool farmhouses in Delhi NCR and private pool villas
A birthday or a party	farmhouses for birthday parties and farmhouses for large groups
A couple's staycation	couple-friendly villas in Delhi NCR
A budget day out	budget farmhouses in Delhi NCR
A family get-together	stays for family get-togethers

At the time of writing, most Noida farmhouses cost roughly ₹13,000 to ₹19,000 for a weekday booking and ₹16,000 to ₹23,000 on weekends; most Gurugram farmhouses and villas cost roughly ₹12,000 to ₹22,000 on weekdays and ₹17,000 to ₹31,000 on weekends. A few small stays start below ₹10,000, and the largest party farmhouses for 40 to 50 guests go well above ₹40,000. Diwali, Christmas, New Year, Holi and long weekends cost more and fill first. Prices change, so check the live rate on each listing. Going in a big group? See stays near Delhi with indoor games for rainy or very hot days. Browse every farmhouse in Delhi NCR and every villa in Delhi NCR, or narrow it down to Noida or Gurugram. See all stays on the Delhi NCR stays page.