Kashmiri Gate is a historic part of Delhi’s walled city and a major transport hub in New Delhi. Its surviving wall sections and bastions tell part of the area’s story, while Kashmere Gate Metro station and the Maharana Pratap ISBT connect it to the wider city and beyond.
- Historic setting: Part of the walled city area associated with the British and their troops.
- Metro: Kashmere Gate is an interchange for the Red, Yellow and Violet lines.
- Bus terminal: Maharana Pratap ISBT serves inter-state buses.
- From Hotel Raj: New Delhi station is about 15 minutes on foot from Hotel Raj, a three-star hotel in New Delhi.
The historic Kashmiri Gate area
Kashmiri Gate sits within Delhi’s old walled-city area, where the British and their troops settled in the city’s early years, according to Delhi Tourism. Sections of the city wall and outer bastions remain part of the area’s historic character.
Delhi’s upheaval in 1858 reshaped the city: Delhi Tourism says one third of it was razed, and rule passed from the East India Company to the British Crown. Kashmeri Gate, portions of the city wall and outer bastions are also among the locations Delhi Tourism identifies for filming.
The area works naturally with a wider look at a day spent exploring Old Delhi.
For another major landmark in the city’s history, the Red Fort is a separate stop to plan into your visit.
Metro, bus and rail connections
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Kashmere Gate Metro station connects the Red, Yellow and Violet lines, making it a useful interchange for journeys across Delhi. Delhi Metro says services generally run from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; hours can change, so check the official site before you go.
The Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmiri Gate is an inter-state bus terminal operated by the Delhi Transport Infrastructure Development Corporation, Government of NCT of Delhi. The Delhi government’s transport infrastructure company says the Delhi Development Authority established the terminal in 1976, and the Transport Department took it over in May 1993.
The ISBT has ticket-sale cabins, seating, lights and fans on every platform, drinking-water taps and coolers, separate ladies’ and gents’ toilets, and 24-hour first aid. It also has a ladies’ assistance booth, police post, bank, cloak room, porter service, parking, and taxi and scooter stands. The New Delhi Railway Station guide covers that station’s connections.
Planning a visit to the historic gate
Allow time to look at the remaining wall sections and bastions, then decide whether to continue by Metro or bus. The gate area has several transport connections, so check the station or terminal for the route and service that fits your plans.
The ISBT’s parking and taxi and scooter stands can help with onward travel. Its ladies’ assistance booth, police post and first-aid facilities are at the terminal, rather than the historic gate itself.
Linking Kashmiri Gate with Old Delhi
Kashmiri Gate can anchor a visit that also takes in Old Delhi’s streets and landmarks. Delhi Tourism’s filming-location information connects the gate area with parts of the old city wall and outer bastions, giving you a reason to look beyond the transport hub as you make your way through the area.
If you’re planning a broader route, pair the historic gate with an Old Delhi day and choose other stops according to your schedule. The Metro interchange offers connections across three lines, while the ISBT serves inter-state bus journeys.
FAQs
Is Kashmiri Gate the same as Kashmere Gate?
The historic area is referred to as Kashmiri Gate, while Delhi Metro names its interchange station Kashmere Gate. The ISBT at the site is called Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmiri Gate.
Which Metro lines serve Kashmere Gate?
The station is an interchange for the Red, Yellow and Violet lines.
Who operates the Kashmiri Gate ISBT?
The Maharana Pratap ISBT is operated by the Delhi Transport Infrastructure Development Corporation, Government of NCT of Delhi.
Does the ISBT have parking?
Yes. Parking is among the terminal’s facilities, along with taxi and scooter stands.