Lal Qila, also called the Red Fort, is a centrally protected monument in Old Delhi, in the Red Fort locality of Central Delhi. Its historic buildings include the Diwan-i-Aam, and the Violet Line offers a metro stop at Lal Quila station for reaching the area from Hotel Raj.
- Location: Red Fort locality, Central Delhi.
- Metro: Lal Quila station is on the Violet Line.
- Hotel Raj to New Delhi station: about 15 minutes on foot.
- Tickets and timing: enter with a valid ticket and follow the monument’s opening and closing times.
What to see at the Red Fort
The Red Fort’s historic architecture includes the Diwan-i-Aam, the hall associated with public audiences. As you plan time inside the fort, allow space to take in its different structures rather than treating the visit as only a quick look at the entrance.
The Archaeological Survey of India identifies the Red Fort as a centrally protected monument. Its formal name is the Red Fort, while Lal Qila is the familiar name used for the fort and its surrounding locality.
How do you get from Hotel Raj to Lal Qila?
The Violet Line serves Lal Quila station, making the metro a direct option for reaching the Red Fort area. New Delhi station is about a 15-minute walk from this three-star hotel, and the nearby Old Delhi route network makes a local visit practical.
Delhi Metro’s Violet Line also serves Jama Masjid and Delhi Gate, so you can use those stations as alternatives when planning an Old Delhi route. Metro services are generally available from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., but timings can vary; confirm the current service details with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation before travelling.
For another stop in the same historic district, Jama Masjid’s Old City setting can fit naturally into an Old Delhi itinerary.
Entry, tickets and visiting hours
Red Fort visitors need a valid ticket and must follow the monument’s opening and closing times. The Archaeological Survey of India’s guidance makes those requirements clear, so check the official site before you go for current entry and timing details.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00–17:00
- Monday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Plan your arrival around the time needed to enter and see the fort, and keep the ticket requirement in mind before setting out. No ticket prices or fixed opening hours are included here, so rely on the monument operator for current details.
Adding the fort to an Old Delhi day
The Red Fort works well as part of a day focused on Old Delhi’s historic streets and landmarks. You can pair the fort with Chandni Chowk or Jama Masjid, using the Violet Line stations at Lal Quila and Jama Masjid to organise the route.
Chandni Chowk adds a market-focused stop to the day; this practical guide to Chandni Chowk covers the old market.
FAQs
What is Lal Qila?
Lal Qila is the Red Fort in the Red Fort locality of Central Delhi. The Archaeological Survey of India lists it as a centrally protected monument.
Which metro station serves the Red Fort?
Lal Quila station on the Violet Line serves the Red Fort area.
Do you need a ticket to enter the Red Fort?
Yes. Visitors should enter with a valid ticket and follow the monument’s opening and closing times.
Can you combine the Red Fort with other Old Delhi sights?
Yes. Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid are options for an Old Delhi day, and both Jama Masjid and Lal Quila have Violet Line stations. A one-day Old Delhi itinerary brings the area’s stops together.