Frequently Asked Questions
Planning your visit to Qutub Minar or Mehrauli Archaeological Park ?
Find answers to the most common questions about opening hours, tickets, online booking, photography, accessibility, transportation, guided tours, and visiting the surrounding heritage sites.
Qutub Minar is open all seven days of the week, generally from Sunrise to 9:00 PM
The current admission fee is ₹40 per person for Indian ( Online ₹ 35 ), For foreign visitors, the fee is ₹600 ( Online ₹ 550 ) Children below 15 years of age are admitted free.
Yes. Qutub Minar tickets can be booked online through the ASI ticketing portal. https://asi.payumoney.com/
Yes, personal photography is allowed throughout. Tripods and professional/commercial shoot equipment require prior permission from the ASI.
No — the interior has been closed to visitors since 1981 for safety and preservation reasons. You can admire it up close from ground level and explore the surrounding complex, including the Iron Pillar, Alai Darwaza, and the tombs of Iltutmish and Alauddin Khalji.
Qutab Minar or Saket Metro station on the Yellow Line — about 10–15 minutes by auto-rickshaw or cab from the complex and the Mehrauli Archaeological Park.
Yes, paid parking is available near the entrance. I can share the exact drop-off point when confirming your booking.
The park is open daily, roughly from sunrise to sunset . Since it’s a large, open heritage park rather than a single ticketed monument, timings are more flexible than Qutub Minar’s — early morning is the best time to explore it comfortably.
The park itself is generally free to enter, though a nominal fee apply for specific protected structures inside (like Jamali Kamali Tomb). I’ll confirm the latest applicable rates before your visit.
About 1– 1.5 hours for Qutub Minar itself, and 2–3 hours if you’d also like to explore the Mehrauli Archaeological Park. Most of my guided tours are designed around this combined experience.
Yes — I regularly guide school groups, corporate teams, and larger delegations. Group sizes, pricing, and itineraries can be customized; reach out via the Book Now page with your group size and preferred date.
Yes, the Qutub Minar complex has accessibility facilities including ramps, accessible pathways and wheelchairs for visitors who need them. However, some areas have uneven surfaces and heritage features that can still be challenging for wheelchair users. The interior of Qutub Minar itself is not open to visitors. If you have mobility requirements, I can help plan a comfortable route focusing on the most accessible parts of the complex.
Yes — I conduct tours in both Hindi and English. And other linguistic guide like French, Spanish , German, Italian & Russian, will also be available on prior booking.
You can certainly visit Qutub Minar independently, but a knowledgeable heritage guide can help you understand the stories, architecture, inscriptions, rulers, and historical connections that are easy to miss on your own. My private tours are designed for travellers who want to go beyond photographs and understand the monument in its wider historical context. If you simply want to see the monument, independent visiting is possible; if you want to understand its history and hidden details, a guided experience can make the visit much more meaningful.
Early morning is ideal for a quieter atmosphere, cooler weather, and beautiful soft light for photography. Late afternoon is also excellent, especially for golden-hour views and the evening atmosphere. The best time ultimately depends on your interests, and we can recommend the most suitable experience based on the season and what you would like to see.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and light, breathable clothing, especially during the warmer months. We recommend carrying a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat or scarf. During winter, mornings and evenings can be cool, so a light jacket or additional layer is useful. A camera or smartphone is also recommended—the Qutub Minar complex offers excellent photography opportunities.