Tulip Festival In Delhi: Why It's A Must-Visit For Tourists

Tulips, with their vibrant, cup-shaped blossoms, are known as the herald of spring. They are often seen as symbols of new beginnings, the awakening after the cold, silent winter, and a "lamp" that lights up meadows and gardens. Tulips in bright shades of red, orange, pink, yellow, or white look no less than a painter's dream. But because their blooming season is short, people in the national capital host a lovely festival for tourists to admire the symphony of colours. 

The Tulip Festival, organised by the New Delhi Municipal Corporation, celebrates seasonal change and Delhi's growing culture of public floral showcases. This year, the festival's preparation is aligned with the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the first global AI summit hosted in the Global South, currently taking place from February 16-20, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Anchored with the theme "Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya" (Welfare for All, Happiness for All), NDMC has been making significant multi-departmental preparations.

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A comprehensive inspection of infrastructure upgrade works is underway across 41 major roads and large-scale city beautification projects, and the city is all set for the vibrant festival. The preparations also include 5,000 decorative potted plants, 15 floral boards, a special Tulip Festival at Shanti Path, special lighting, and more, informed Shri Kuljeet Singh Chahal, Viksit Bharat Ambassador, National Convenor, and Vice Chairman of NDMC, during a press conference held at Palika Kendra.

Locations, Entry, And Best Time To Visit The Tulip Festival

While Chanakyapuri remains the main attraction of the Tulip Festival, several other parks and public spaces also offer a surreal display for tulip lovers. These include:

• Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri
• Central Park, Connaught Place
• Lodhi Garden (including Tulip House)
• Talkatora Garden
• Sardar Patel Marg
• Mandi House area
• Windsor Place
• Sher Shah Suri Marg
• Roundabouts near the Vice President's House
• Amrit Udyan (seasonal displays)

Entry is completely free, so all you need is some time to enjoy the majestic beauty. There have been several preparations made by NDMC, according to an Instagram post:

• Around 2.25 lakh tulip bulbs have been planted across Delhi at various locations.
• Around 1 lakh bulbs were planted in pots and sold to the public.
• 15,000 bulbs were preserved from last year and replanted at Lodhi Garden (Tulip House).
• 20,700 bulbs were sourced from CSIR-IHBT Research Centre, Palampur.

The Instagram post also mentions that tulips can be seen this year around Birla Mandir (Laxmi Narayan Temple), Hanuman Mandir (CP area), and the gardens of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. The best time to visit is between 8-11 AM for soft light and fewer crowds.

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Why Is The Tulip Festival A Must-See Activity For Tourists?

• Stunning Visual Displays: The festival offers a spectacular display of thousands of bulbs in a range of colours like pink, red, yellow, and white.
• Activities: You can participate in or host Tulip walks, photography contests, and cultural performances at this time in the gardens.
• Photogenic Environment: It provides the best place to hone your photography skills and take home some breathtaking captures.

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Beyond the visuals, the Tulip Festival is also a reminder that spring doesn't need a passport.