Garden Of Five Senses, Delhi

The opening time of the garden is 9 AM, and it is open throughout the week. The closing time, however, varies depending on the month of your visit. From April to September, the Garden of Five Senses closes at 7 PM. But from October until March, it closes by 6 PM.

Garden of Five Senses Delhi entry fee is Rs. 35 per adult. For children and senior citizens, it is only Rs. 15. Also, a disabled person can get free entry. If you want to take your camera, you have to pay camera charges too. It’s only Rs. 60.

During summer, the heat is unbearable and, in the monsoon, you can’t explore the park well. The lawns would be wet for most of the day, and many shrubs won't even be flowering.

Therefore, it is best to visit the Garden of Five Senses towards the end of the winter months, around February-March. The park is full of colorful seasonal flowers during these days. And you might also catch the spectacular flower festival.

• Put on comfortable walking shoes.
• Carry your ID proof.
• Carry your camera.
• The garden is a plastic-free zone.
• Outside food is not allowed.

1. Going for a nature walk – The garden is perfect for long walks in the evening. It has several sections with a variety of floral arrangements, water fountains, and fragrant shrubs. Khas Bagh is a formal garden with lush green lawns. Water cascades down in the channels along the length, lined with vibrant shrubs and trees. And then there is a series of fountains.

In Neel Bagh, you'll find climbing plants with varied colors and textures. This section also has a pool full of water lilies. Garden of Five Senses has a color garden too, with various flowering plants, and vegetation patches. Over 200 varieties of medicinal plants, herbs, exotic trees, vegetable plants, and other plant varieties are found in the garden. Other natural attractions include a Court of Bamboo, a Court of Palm, and a Court of Cacti.

2. Exploring the sculptures – Garden of Five Senses has various contemporary artworks, sculptures, and stonework on display. Stainless-steel birds on the gateway welcome you to this park. Next, you'll come across the elephants cut out of pink sandstone. You'll also find a fountain tree structure, a towering windchime structure and many terracotta works in the garden.

Five statues, representing five seasons (and five senses), and the figures of praying children are worth seeing too. And the garden also has a replica of the Mayan Labna Arch of Mexico. It’s a magnificent arch built of stones.

3. Arranging a family picnic – The green lawns, shady trees, and chirping birds make this garden a charming location for a fun-filled family picnic. You can play around with your kids on the lawns, click photographs and check delicacies available in the food court. You'll find a variety of snacks, fast food, and beverages here. The garden also has a shopping plaza, where you can buy souvenirs and hand-made artistic items.

4. Enjoying cultural events – The Garden of Five Senses is also a preferred spot for cultural events and shows. The gardens, architectural structures, and fountains, all serve as a setup for plays and musical events. Apart from the scenic spots, there is a small amphitheater too. It is an open-air setup, with stepped stone benches for the audience, surrounded by trees and other small plants.

Art workshops, Dandiya nights, and other community programs are also arranged in the lawns from time to time. And the garden also hosts food festivals and an annual flower show.

5. Attending the flower show – The garden hosts an annual flower festival towards the end of winter, around February-March. Various colorful flower designs and structures are present during the show, apart from the regular shrubs. And during this Garden of Five Senses flower show, many stalls, selling plants and seeds, are also there.

6. Having dinner at Fio – Fio is a countryside-themed restaurant and bar, just near the entrance of the garden. It offers an array of Indian and Italian dishes. And it serves as a cozy spot to spend a satisfying dinner with your loved ones. Fio has indoor, as well as outdoor, seating arrangements. And with live music playing, a dinner here would be the perfect end of a hectic day.

The nearest metro station to the Garden of Five Senses is Saket Metro, situated on the yellow line. The garden is just about 2.5 km from the metro; you can either choose to walk or hire a local or a battery-run rickshaw. You can also book a taxi cab for a more comfortable journey.

Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Said Ul Ajaib Village, Mittal Garden, Sainik Farm, New Delhi, Delhi, 110030, India