Top Lucknow Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Delve into the history of the 1857 siege in Kanpur with this exclusive tour. Discover pivotal sites like Wheeler’s Entrenchment, Massacre Ghat and Bibi Ghar while gaining insights from a specialist guide. This 8-hour tour from Lucknow or a 4-hour tour from Kanpur includes hotel pick-up, light refreshments, and a local lunch, ensuring a comfortable experience. The tour offers privileged access to areas often off-limits to the public, enriching your understanding of this significant historical event. - Exclusive guided tour focused on the 1857 Mutiny - Air-conditioned car - Visit key sites such as Wheeler’s Entrenchment, Massacre Ghat and Bibi Ghar - Includes lunch at a local restaurant and refreshments

History in Lucknow, stretches beyond the concrete walls of its monuments, spreads into the lanes of Lucknow and has many more nuances that can only be understood and appreciated in the lanes and by-lanes of Chowk. Lucknow is not just any other city, but a chapter that unfolds itself each time one visits this epicenter of culture. We have been discovering and rediscovering this city since its own inception in 1994 and every time we design or redesign our products, we stumble upon a new piece of history that we wish to share with our guests. We have exclusively designed a Heritage Walk, discovering the lanes and the by-lanes of Chowk. On this walking tour we explore the unexplored and explain the inexplicable. Understand how vast a history, this city of superlatives holds.

Explore Lucknow’s rich history and vibrant culture on our Walking Tour! Led by passionate locals, discover historic avenues, majestic architecture, bustling markets, and serene gardens. Savor traditional crafts and culinary delights while engaging with warm locals. As sunset illuminates iconic monuments, feel Lucknow’s soul. Join this unforgettable journey to uncover the city’s charm! Book now.

Lucknow is indeed a photographer’s heaven, every photographer, amateur and professional alike, would consider Lucknow would want to go there at least once to capture one of the most colorful and lively areas of the world. Ready your cameras to capture the hues of the Lucknow; it’s winding streets, ancient buildings, markets, houses and friendly local people who make it all so colorful and vibrant. Highlights 1. Explore the illuminated buildings, prominent lanes, food joints and beautiful monuments in the beautiful night view. 2. Enjoy the walk with interesting combination of places on this tour that help you to develop a great perspective of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories. 3. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you.

Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is renowned as the City of Nawabs for its rich Mughal heritage, grand architecture, and refined culture. Known for its Imambaras, Rumi Darwaza, and Chikan embroidery, the city blends history with modernity while offering iconic Awadhi cuisine like kebabs and biryani.

Lucknow's journey unfolds from its Nawabi grandeur to the turbulence of colonial times and into its vibrant contemporary culture. At the Bara Imambara, you'll find its immense vaulted hall, a remarkable feat constructed without any iron or timber—showcasing engineering principles of load transfer. The intriguing Bhool Bhulaiya, with its hollow walls, offers insight into early designs for passive cooling. Chota Imambara was initiated as a famine-relief project during the 1830s. In Chowk, the artistry of chikankari and the design of courtyard homes demonstrate a rich heritage of craftsmanship along with urban planning that has adapted to the climate. The British Residency's weathered walls serve as a stark reminder of the uprisings of 1857, while Hazratganj stands testament to the city’s literary vibrancy. As the day comes to a close by the banks of the Gomti River, reflections from historical maps reveal how this waterway has been pivotal in shaping Lucknow's identity.

Embark on a profound journey of spiritual discovery with our "Spiritual Sojourn: Lucknow to Ayodhya Day Tour." Delve into the sacred city of Ayodhya, steeped in rich religious heritage and revered as the birthplace of Lord Rama. Explore the iconic Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, and Kanak Bhavan temples, each offering insights into ancient mythology and architectural splendor. Witness the serene banks of the Sarayu River and pay homage to other significant temples, immersing yourself in the divine aura of Ayodhya. Experience a day of spiritual enlightenment and cultural exploration on this enlightening excursion from Lucknow.

Discover the spiritual heart of Ayodhya on this enlightening tour. Begin with a visit to Hanuman Gahri, where Lord Hanuman vigilantly oversees the city from his hilltop perch. The tour continues with a visit to Kanak Bhawan, an architectural marvel steeped in history. After lunch, explore Ram Janam Bhoomi, the revered birthplace of Lord Rama. Optional visits to nearby temples at the Ghat provide further cultural immersion, culminating in the serene experience of the evening Saryu Aarti, a beautiful ritual that changes with the seasons. - Visit with an expert tour manager - Visit iconic sites including Hanuman Garhi and Ram Janam Bhoomi and Kanak Bhawan - Option to attend the evening Saryu Aarti, schedule varies by season

Lucknow was once the most cultured city in northern India — and the Nawabs' monuments still make that claim very hard to argue with. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Lucknow on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Seek out the Lakhi Gate, the Tomb of Saadat Ali Khan, and the Shaheed Smarak — Mughal gateways, Nawabi mausoleums, and a memorial to independence • Move through Lucknow at your own pace, guided by clues rather than crowds • Suits history fans, cultural travellers, families, and curious visitors Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Lucknow's address to its past is as elegant as its kebabs.

This overnight tour from Delhi lets you capture the timeless charm of the Taj Mahal at both sunrise and sunset—two of the most magical times to admire this monument of love. You’ll also visit the Agra Fort, the elegant Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), and the serene Mehtab Bagh gardens. With private transport, skip-the-line entry, and a knowledgeable local guide, your journey is smooth, comfortable, and enriching. Why Book With Us? With Oberoi Tours, you’re not just booking a trip—you’re choosing a curated experience with personal care, flexible schedules, and reliable service. Capture the timeless charm of the Taj Mahal at sunrise & sunset Private car with driver for comfort and convenience Flexible pick-up and drop-off timings Licensed local guides with insider knowledge Hassle-free skip-the-line entry tickets Personalized service with 24/7 support

On this very exclusive curated tour – ‘Revisiting Lucknow of 1857-58’, we take you through the routes followed by Henry Havelock, James Outram and Colin Campbell. We visit the areas that were in focus during the siege of Lucknow. We try and understand, how this siege progressed to a conclusive end, but not without sacrifices from both the warring fronts.