Agra Travel Guide 2026 — Things to Do, Eat & Stay
Tourism-heavy city centered on the Taj Mahal corridor and Mughal history.
Quick facts
Pop. ~1.6M (2011)180 km² (70 sq mi)IST (UTC+5:30)AGRMughal-era capital heritage; tourism …
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| Population | approximately 1.6 million (2011 census) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 180 km² (70 sq mi) (order-of-magnitude) |
| Elevation | approximately 170 m |
| Founded / established | Mughal-era capital heritage; tourism on the Yamuna |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Nearest airport | Agra Airport (limited schedules); Delhi (DEL) is the main long-haul gateway (AGR) |
| Languages | Hindi, Urdu, English |
| Nicknames | City of the Taj |
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At a glance
- Last updated: March 2026
- 14 active categories and 140 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10), Hotels & Accommodation (10), Tourist Attractions (10), Coffee & Cafés (10).
Weather & best time to visit
Jan
72 / 45
Feb
79 / 52
Mar
90 / 63
Apr
99 / 73
May
104 / 81
Jun
102 / 84
Jul
93 / 81
Aug
90 / 79
Sep
92 / 77
Oct
90 / 64
Nov
81 / 52
Dec
73 / 45
- Peak season
- October–March for Taj views; sunrise and sunset are magical. Winters are ideal.
- Off-peak
- April–June is extremely hot; May often exceeds 45°C (113°F).
- Rainy season
- July–September (monsoon); hot and humid with occasional rain.
- Pack tip
- Light, breathable clothes; sunscreen, hat, water. Warm layer for winter mornings. Taj closed Fridays.
Food & Local Cuisine
- Petha
Candied white pumpkin—Agra's signature sweet. Panchhi and various shops near Taj.
- Mughlai cuisine
Kebabs, biryani, and rich gravies. Peshawri's dal bukhara is legendary.
- Bedai and aloo sabzi
Crisp fried bread with spiced potato curry. Traditional Agra breakfast.
- Tandoori chicken
Clay-oven roasted chicken. Mama Chicken House and many dhabas.
- Lassi
Thick yogurt drink—sweet or salty. Joney's and street stalls.