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Picnic Spots Near Delhi — Damdama Lake Gurgaon & Beyond

Compare eight picnic styles with indicative 2026 prices, distances and group-fit details — from lakeside mornings to resort day packages.

Quick answer

The best picnic spot near Delhi for a full day out is Damdama Lake Location in Gurugram (about 50–60 km, 1.5–2 hrs) — free lakeside access, boating from roughly ₹150 per boat, and camp day packages around ₹1,150–2,000 per person. For free city picnics pick Lodhi Garden or Sunder Nursery; for kids, Worlds of Wonder or Adventure Island; for birds, Sultanpur National Park.

CheapestFree city parks
Best day-outDamdama Lake, Gurugram
Best for kidsWater & amusement parks
Best seasonOctober–March
Private groupsFarmhouses ₹12k–80k/day

About prices: every price below is an indicative range based on publicly advertised rates and typical market pricing as of October 2026 — not an official tariff. Operators change rates by season, weekday and group size, and some places close or rebrand. Always call the venue to confirm before you go.

Picnic spot types at a glance

Top 10 picnic spots near Delhi — comparison

SpotFrom DelhiIndicative priceBest for
Damdama Lake (public lakeside)50–60 kmFree–₹50 entry (boating extra)Budget families
Taj Damdama Lake Resort & Spa50–60 km₹3,500–6,000 pp day package (indicative)Luxury day-out
Camp Wild Damdama50–60 km₹1,200–2,000 pp day packageAdventure groups
Sultanpur National Park45–55 km₹10–100 entry (camera extra)Birders
Heritage Village Resort & Spa Manesar50–60 km₹2,500–4,000 pp day packageCorporate day-outs
Sunder NurseryCentral Delhi₹35–100 entryFamilies & photographers
Lodhi GardenCentral DelhiFreeMorning picnics
Worlds of Wonder (WOW)20–30 km₹1,000–1,700 ppKids & families
Surajkund Lake20–30 kmFree–₹30Heritage walkers
Neemrana Fort-Palace (day pass)120–130 km₹1,500–2,500 pp with meal (indicative)Couples & families
100 spots

Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster (16 spots)

The lake itself and the day-out resorts, camps and viewpoints wrapped around it, roughly 45–60 km from central Delhi.

Best for: families, school groups, corporate day-outsTypical day package: entry + meals + 2–4 activitiesDrive from Delhi: about 1.5–2 hrs off Sohna RoadCarry cash: some lakeside stalls and boat operators prefer it
#1Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Damdama Lake (public lakeside)

Free–₹50 entry (boating extra)

  • Where: Damdama, Sohna, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Budget families
  • Highlight: Open lakeside, Aravalli views, boating when water allows
#2Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Taj Damdama Lake Resort & Spa

₹3,500–6,000 pp day package (indicative)

  • Where: Off Sohna Road, Damdama
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Luxury day-out
  • Highlight: 20-acre estate, pool, adventure zone, Taj dining
#3Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Saras Tourist Complex (Haryana Tourism)

₹300–800 pp meals; boating extra

  • Where: Damdama Lake
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Families on a budget
  • Highlight: Government complex by the lake with restaurant and boating
#4Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Camp Wild Damdama

₹1,200–2,000 pp day package

  • Where: Damdama Lake road
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Adventure groups
  • Highlight: Rope courses, rappelling, archery, lunch
#5Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Damdama Lake Boating Point

₹150–700 per boat ride

  • Where: Damdama Lake shore
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Couples & kids
  • Highlight: Paddle, row and motor boats, water-level dependent
#6Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Aravali Hills Viewpoint, Damdama

Free

  • Where: Ridge above the lake
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Photographers
  • Highlight: Sunrise/sunset viewpoint over the lake bed
#7Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Damdama Adventure Camp Packages

₹1,150–1,300 pp day picnic

  • Where: Lakeside private camps
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: School & office groups
  • Highlight: Games, lunch, zip line, tent stays on request
#8Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Sohna Hot Water Springs

Free–₹50

  • Where: Sohna town
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Wellness seekers
  • Highlight: Sulphur springs with Shiva temple; combine with Damdama
#9Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Sohna Fort Ruins Hike

Free

  • Where: Sohna hills
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Hikers
  • Highlight: Short climb to old fort walls and town views
#10Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Botanix Nature Resort

₹2,000–3,500 pp day package

  • Where: Sohna–Damdama belt
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Couples, small groups
  • Highlight: Garden setting, pool, multi-cuisine lunch
#11Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Karma Lakelands

₹2,500–4,500 pp day package

  • Where: Sector 80, Gurugram (golf estate)
  • From Delhi: 40–50 km
  • Best for: Corporate outings
  • Highlight: Golf-course lake, cottages, lawns
#12Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa

₹4,000–7,000 pp day pass (indicative)

  • Where: Sohna Road, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Luxury & spa
  • Highlight: Hillside resort, pools, Heavenly Spa
#13Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Tikli Bottom

₹6,000+ pp meal/stay (by booking)

  • Where: Tikli village, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Small private groups
  • Highlight: Lutyens-style farmhouse retreat, set lunches
#14Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Bhondsi Nature Camp Trails

Free–₹100

  • Where: Bhondsi, Sohna Road
  • From Delhi: 40–50 km
  • Best for: Morning walkers
  • Highlight: Aravalli scrub trails near Damdama route
#15Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Raisina Hills Picnic Lawns

₹800–1,500 pp

  • Where: Raisina village, Sohna
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Village-style groups
  • Highlight: Rural lawns, chulha food, tractor rides (varies)
#16Damdama Lake & Sohna Cluster

Abheypur Lakeside Picnic Spot

Free

  • Where: Abheypur near Damdama
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Quiet seekers
  • Highlight: Small rural pond and Aravalli foothill fields

Day-Out Resorts (Gurgaon, Manesar & NCR) (16 spots)

Pay-once day packages with lunch, pool access and lawn games — the easiest no-planning picnic near Delhi.

Best for: office outings, birthdays, couplesUsually includes: welcome drink, buffet lunch, hi-tea, pool/gamesBooking: call ahead — weekend slots sell outWatch for: pool-use rules, GST added on top
#17Day-Out Resorts

Heritage Village Resort & Spa Manesar

₹2,500–4,000 pp day package

  • Where: Manesar, NH-48
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Corporate day-outs
  • Highlight: Rajasthani-style resort, pool, big lawns
#18Day-Out Resorts

ITC Grand Bharat

₹8,000+ pp (dining/spa by booking)

  • Where: Hasanpur, Tauru Road
  • From Delhi: 70–80 km
  • Best for: Luxury couples
  • Highlight: All-suite retreat, golf, Kaya Kalp spa
#19Day-Out Resorts

Fun N Food Village

₹1,200–1,800 pp

  • Where: Kapashera, Old Delhi–Gurgaon Rd
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Kids & families
  • Highlight: Water + amusement park combo with food courts
#20Day-Out Resorts

Country Inn Sohna Road Day Package

₹1,800–3,000 pp

  • Where: Sohna Road, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 35–45 km
  • Best for: Office teams
  • Highlight: Pool, lunch buffet, conference add-ons
#21Day-Out Resorts

Golden Tulip Manesar Area Day-Out

₹1,500–2,500 pp

  • Where: Manesar belt
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Small groups
  • Highlight: Pool access with buffet lunch
#22Day-Out Resorts

Lemon Tree Hotel Manesar Day Package

₹1,500–2,500 pp

  • Where: IMT Manesar
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Budget corporate
  • Highlight: Pool and meals, easy NH-48 access
#23Day-Out Resorts

Hotel Saras Lakeside Day Rooms

₹1,500–3,000 per room/day

  • Where: Damdama area
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Day-use rooms near the lake
#24Day-Out Resorts

Clarks Inn Suites Sohna Day-Out

₹1,500–2,500 pp

  • Where: Sohna
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Pool, lunch, lawn games
#25Day-Out Resorts

Kosmos Club Day Pass

₹1,200–2,000 pp

  • Where: Gurgaon outskirts
  • From Delhi: 35–45 km
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Pool, lounge, buffet
#26Day-Out Resorts

Jaypee Greens Golf & Spa Day Outing

₹3,000–5,000 pp

  • Where: Greater Noida
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Golfers & spa lovers
  • Highlight: Golf views, pools, spa
#27Day-Out Resorts

Radisson Blu Greater Noida Day Pass

₹2,500–4,000 pp

  • Where: Greater Noida
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Pool, buffet, gardens
#28Day-Out Resorts

Surajkund Haryana Tourism Complex

₹500–1,500 pp

  • Where: Surajkund, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Lawns, restaurant, near the craft-mela grounds
#29Day-Out Resorts

Neemrana's Glass House on the Hill (day visit)

₹2,000–3,500 pp (if offered)

  • Where: Neemrana
  • From Delhi: 120–130 km
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Hilltop dining with valley views
#30Day-Out Resorts

Lakeside Resort Badkhal Area Day-Out

₹800–1,500 pp

  • Where: Badkhal, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Lawns and lunch near the old lake site
#31Day-Out Resorts

Kapashera Day-Out Lawns

₹1,000–1,800 pp

  • Where: Kapashera, Delhi
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Birthdays
  • Highlight: Private lawns with catering packages
#32Day-Out Resorts

Chhattarpur Day-Out Resorts

₹1,500–3,000 pp

  • Where: Chhattarpur, South Delhi
  • From Delhi: 15–25 km
  • Best for: City groups
  • Highlight: Pools, DJ lawns, buffet — inside Delhi

Adventure Camps & Activity Parks (12 spots)

Zip lines, ATVs, rope courses and campfire nights — built for groups who want more than a lawn.

Best for: teens, college groups, team-buildingUsually includes: activity bundle + meals; tents for overnightSafety: ask for harness checks and trained instructorsWear: closed shoes and clothes you don't mind dirtying
#33Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Camp Tikkling Adventure

₹1,200–2,000 pp

  • Where: Gurugram–Sohna belt
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Team-building
  • Highlight: Rope course, zip line, campfire
#34Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Aravali Adventure Park Day Package

₹1,000–1,800 pp

  • Where: Aravalli foothills, Gurgaon
  • From Delhi: 40–50 km
  • Best for: Teens
  • Highlight: ATV, rappelling, archery
#35Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Delhi Adventure Park (Snow & Ropes)

₹800–1,500 pp

  • Where: NCR
  • From Delhi: 25–40 km
  • Best for: Kids
  • Highlight: Rope courses and play zones
#36Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Ski India / Snow World Gurgaon

₹900–1,500 pp

  • Where: Ambience Mall area
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Kids & teens
  • Highlight: Indoor snow park
#37Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Smaaash / Indoor Gaming Arenas

₹500–1,500 pp

  • Where: Gurgaon & Delhi malls
  • From Delhi: 20–35 km
  • Best for: Teens
  • Highlight: VR, bowling, cricket simulators
#38Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Paintball Arenas Gurgaon

₹600–1,200 pp

  • Where: Gurgaon outskirts
  • From Delhi: 35–45 km
  • Best for: College groups
  • Highlight: Outdoor paintball matches
#39Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Go-Karting Tracks Gurgaon

₹500–1,200 per session

  • Where: Gurgaon
  • From Delhi: 30–40 km
  • Best for: Speed lovers
  • Highlight: Timed laps on outdoor tracks
#40Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Sohna Road Adventure Camps (overnight)

₹2,000–2,500 pp per night

  • Where: Sohna
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Overnight groups
  • Highlight: Swiss tents, bonfire, dinner, breakfast
#41Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Damdama Lake Night Camping

₹2,000–3,500 pp per night

  • Where: Damdama
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Couples & friends
  • Highlight: Tent/cottage stays, BBQ, stargazing
#42Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Mangar Village Trek & Camp

₹500–1,500 pp (guided)

  • Where: Mangar, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 35–45 km
  • Best for: Trekkers
  • Highlight: Sacred grove trek in the Aravallis
#43Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Kanwar Lake Hill Camp (Morni Hills)

₹2,000–3,500 pp

  • Where: Morni, Panchkula
  • From Delhi: 260–280 km
  • Best for: Weekend trippers
  • Highlight: Hill camping, Tikkar Taal lakes
#44Adventure Camps & Activity Parks

Neemrana Flying Fox Zip Line

₹1,500–2,500 pp

  • Where: Neemrana Fort
  • From Delhi: 120–130 km
  • Best for: Thrill seekers
  • Highlight: Long fort-ramparts zip tour

Water & Amusement Parks (10 spots)

Rides, wave pools and slides — the summer picnic answer for kids near Delhi.

Best for: kids and families in Apr–SeptTicket: per person, often cheaper online or on weekdaysCarry: swimwear (nylon often mandatory), towel, locker cashPeak: summer weekends — arrive at opening
#45Water & Amusement Parks

Worlds of Wonder (WOW)

₹1,000–1,700 pp

  • Where: Sector 38A, Noida
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Kids & families
  • Highlight: Amusement + water park
#46Water & Amusement Parks

Adventure Island

₹800–1,400 pp

  • Where: Rohini, Delhi
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Rides, Metro Walk next door
#47Water & Amusement Parks

Oysters Water Park

₹900–1,500 pp

  • Where: Sector 29/Leisure Valley, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Summer families
  • Highlight: Wave pool, slides
#48Water & Amusement Parks

Fun N Food Water Park

₹1,000–1,600 pp

  • Where: Kapashera
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Kids
  • Highlight: Slides and lazy river
#49Water & Amusement Parks

Wet N Wild Murthal

₹800–1,300 pp

  • Where: Murthal, NH-44
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Road-trippers
  • Highlight: Water park + famous dhabas nearby
#50Water & Amusement Parks

Just Chill Water Park

₹700–1,200 pp

  • Where: Kapashera area
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Budget families
  • Highlight: Wave pool, rain dance
#51Water & Amusement Parks

Drizzling Land

₹700–1,200 pp

  • Where: Dhaurala/NCR
  • From Delhi: 40–60 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Water + amusement combo
#52Water & Amusement Parks

Splash Water Park Faridabad Area

₹600–1,100 pp

  • Where: Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 30–40 km
  • Best for: Kids
  • Highlight: Slides and pools
#53Water & Amusement Parks

Kingdom of Kids Play Zones

₹400–900 pp

  • Where: Gurgaon malls
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Toddlers
  • Highlight: Indoor soft-play
#54Water & Amusement Parks

Appu Ghar Express area rides

₹500–1,000 pp

  • Where: Gurgaon (Sector 29)
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Kids
  • Highlight: Small family rides

Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens (Delhi NCR) (16 spots)

City gardens where a mat, a cooler and a frisbee are the whole budget.

Best for: quick half-day picnics, morning walksCost: free or a small entry feeRules: many ban loud music and cooking — check signageTiming: early morning or late afternoon in summer
#55Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Lodhi Garden

Free

  • Where: Lodhi Road, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Morning picnics
  • Highlight: Tombs, lawns, shaded paths
#56Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Sunder Nursery

₹35–100 entry

  • Where: Nizamuddin, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Families & photographers
  • Highlight: Heritage park with lakes and monuments
#57Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Garden of Five Senses

₹30–50 entry

  • Where: Saidulajaib, Delhi
  • From Delhi: South Delhi
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Themed gardens, sculptures
#58Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Nehru Park

Free

  • Where: Chanakyapuri, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Groups
  • Highlight: Huge lawns, morning concerts
#59Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Buddha Jayanti Park

Free

  • Where: Ridge Road, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Quiet picnics
  • Highlight: Ridge greenery, Bodhi tree
#60Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Deer Park, Hauz Khas

Free

  • Where: Hauz Khas, Delhi
  • From Delhi: South Delhi
  • Best for: Kids
  • Highlight: Deer enclosure, lake, fort ruins
#61Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Millennium Indraprastha Park

Free

  • Where: Ring Road, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Big groups
  • Highlight: Riverside lawns near Sarai Kale Khan
#62Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Amrit Udyan (Rashtrapati Bhavan)

Free (online booking, seasonal)

  • Where: President's Estate
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Seasonal Mughal-style gardens
#63Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Sanjay Van

Free

  • Where: Mehrauli, Delhi
  • From Delhi: South Delhi
  • Best for: Walkers
  • Highlight: Ridge forest with ruins
#64Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Leisure Valley Park

Free

  • Where: Sector 29, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Gurgaon families
  • Highlight: Big central park with jogging tracks
#65Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Tau Devi Lal Botanical Garden

Free

  • Where: Sector 52, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Kids
  • Highlight: Lake, garden, cycling
#66Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Aravalli Biodiversity Park Gurugram

Free

  • Where: MG Road, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 25–30 km
  • Best for: Nature walkers
  • Highlight: Restored mining land, native plants
#67Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Town Park Faridabad

Free–₹20

  • Where: Sector 12, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: Lake, boating, lawns
#68Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Noida Botanical Garden

₹20–50 entry

  • Where: Sector 38A, Noida
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Botanic collections near WOW
#69Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

₹30–100 entry

  • Where: Noida–Delhi border
  • From Delhi: 20–25 km
  • Best for: Birders
  • Highlight: Yamuna wetland, winter birds
#70Free & Low-Cost Parks and Gardens

Japanese Park

Free

  • Where: Rohini, Delhi
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: North Delhi families
  • Highlight: Rolling lawns, ponds

Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries (12 spots)

Wetlands and Aravalli forests for birding, trails and quiet — best Oct–March.

Best for: birders, photographers, nature loversCost: small entry fee; camera fee at someCarry: binoculars, water, no plasticSeason: winter migrants roughly Nov–Feb
#71Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Sultanpur National Park

₹10–100 entry (camera extra)

  • Where: Sultanpur, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 45–55 km
  • Best for: Birders
  • Highlight: Winter migratory birds, watch towers
#72Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary

₹10–50 entry

  • Where: South Delhi border
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Trail walkers
  • Highlight: Aravalli forest, Neeli Jheel
#73Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Mangar Bani Sacred Grove

Free

  • Where: Mangar, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 35–45 km
  • Best for: Nature lovers
  • Highlight: Ancient grove of dhau trees
#74Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Bhindawas Bird Sanctuary

Free–₹50

  • Where: Jhajjar, Haryana
  • From Delhi: 90–110 km
  • Best for: Serious birders
  • Highlight: Large wetland, flamingos in season
#75Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Yamuna Biodiversity Park

Free (guided slots)

  • Where: Wazirabad, Delhi
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: School groups
  • Highlight: Wetlands and nature trails
#76Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Najafgarh Jheel Wetland

Free

  • Where: Najafgarh, Delhi–Haryana border
  • From Delhi: 35–45 km
  • Best for: Birders
  • Highlight: Open wetland, winter flocks
#77Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Dhauj Lake & Hills

Free

  • Where: Dhauj, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 40–50 km
  • Best for: Hikers & climbers
  • Highlight: Rocky Aravalli climbing spots
#78Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Surajkund Lake

Free–₹30

  • Where: Surajkund, Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Heritage walkers
  • Highlight: 10th-century amphitheatre reservoir
#79Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Badkhal Lake (restoration site)

Free

  • Where: Faridabad
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Curious visitors
  • Highlight: Old lake under revival, Aravalli views
#80Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Kotla Lake Nuh

Free

  • Where: Nuh, Haryana
  • From Delhi: 80–90 km
  • Best for: Off-beat explorers
  • Highlight: Seasonal Mewat lake
#81Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Siliserh Lake

₹200–800 (boating/meal)

  • Where: Alwar, Rajasthan
  • From Delhi: 150–170 km
  • Best for: Weekend trippers
  • Highlight: Palace by a hill-ringed lake
#82Lakes, Forests & Bird Sanctuaries

Sariska Tiger Reserve

₹500–2,500 pp safari

  • Where: Alwar, Rajasthan
  • From Delhi: 190–210 km
  • Best for: Wildlife fans
  • Highlight: Jeep safaris, forts, lakes

Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways (9 spots)

Restored forts and palaces within a 2–4 hour drive that offer day-visit or lunch packages.

Best for: couples, families, weekend road tripsDay visit: usually a meal-inclusive pass, if offeredBook: day passes are limited and sometimes pausedCombine: with an overnight stay for a relaxed trip
#83Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Neemrana Fort-Palace (day pass)

₹1,500–2,500 pp with meal (indicative)

  • Where: Neemrana, Rajasthan
  • From Delhi: 120–130 km
  • Best for: Couples & families
  • Highlight: 15th-century hill fort-hotel
#84Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Tijara Fort-Palace

₹1,500–2,500 pp day visit (if offered)

  • Where: Tijara, Alwar
  • From Delhi: 110–120 km
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Restored hill palace, gardens
#85Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Hill Fort Kesroli

₹1,500–2,500 pp day visit

  • Where: Alwar district
  • From Delhi: 160–170 km
  • Best for: History lovers
  • Highlight: 14th-century fort on a rocky hill
#86Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Farrukhnagar Sheesh Mahal & Baoli

Free

  • Where: Farrukhnagar, Gurugram
  • From Delhi: 55–65 km
  • Best for: Heritage fans
  • Highlight: Mughal-era palace and step-well
#87Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Qutub Minar & Mehrauli Archaeological Park

₹35–550 entry (ASI)

  • Where: Mehrauli, Delhi
  • From Delhi: South Delhi
  • Best for: Families
  • Highlight: UNESCO site + free park ruins
#88Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Humayun's Tomb

₹35–550 entry (ASI)

  • Where: Nizamuddin, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Photographers
  • Highlight: UNESCO garden tomb next to Sunder Nursery
#89Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Purana Qila & Boat Lake

₹25–300 entry; boating extra

  • Where: Mathura Road, Delhi
  • From Delhi: Central Delhi
  • Best for: Couples
  • Highlight: Old fort walls and paddle boats
#90Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Kuchesar Mud Fort

₹1,500–3,000 pp (by booking)

  • Where: Bulandshahr, UP
  • From Delhi: 90–110 km
  • Best for: Rural-heritage seekers
  • Highlight: 18th-century mud fort stay
#91Heritage Forts & Palace Getaways

Bharatpur Keoladeo + Deeg Palace

₹150–600 entry

  • Where: Bharatpur, Rajasthan
  • From Delhi: 180–200 km
  • Best for: Birders & history
  • Highlight: UNESCO bird park + water palaces

Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns (9 spots)

Book a whole farmhouse or village-style property for your own group — privacy over crowds.

Best for: large families, private parties (15–60 people)Pricing: whole-property per day, not per personCheck: music limits, outside food/caterer rules, depositLocation: mostly Gurgaon, Sohna and Chhattarpur belts
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Chhattarpur Farmhouses (whole property)

₹25,000–80,000 per day

  • Where: Chhattarpur, Delhi
  • From Delhi: 15–25 km
  • Best for: Private parties
  • Highlight: Lawns, pool, catering partners
#93Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Sohna Road Farm Villas

₹15,000–50,000 per day

  • Where: Sohna Road
  • From Delhi: 40–50 km
  • Best for: Large families
  • Highlight: Private pool villas
#94Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Gwal Pahari Farmhouses

₹15,000–40,000 per day

  • Where: Gurgaon–Faridabad Road
  • From Delhi: 30–40 km
  • Best for: Birthday groups
  • Highlight: Aravalli-side farms
#95Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Damdama Road Private Farmhouses

₹12,000–40,000 per day

  • Where: Near Damdama
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Weekend groups
  • Highlight: Lake-side countryside, bonfire
#96Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Bijwasan & Westend Greens Farms

₹30,000–1,00,000 per day

  • Where: Bijwasan, Delhi
  • From Delhi: 20–30 km
  • Best for: Events
  • Highlight: Premium farmhouse lawns
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Manesar Village Farmstays

₹1,000–2,500 pp

  • Where: Manesar villages
  • From Delhi: 50–60 km
  • Best for: Rural experiences
  • Highlight: Farm food, tractor rides, fields
#98Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Noida Expressway Farmhouses

₹15,000–50,000 per day

  • Where: Sector 135–150, Noida
  • From Delhi: 30–40 km
  • Best for: Noida groups
  • Highlight: Private lawns and pools
#99Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Faridabad Surajkund Road Farms

₹15,000–45,000 per day

  • Where: Surajkund Road
  • From Delhi: 25–35 km
  • Best for: Corporate parties
  • Highlight: Aravalli greenery, lawns
#100Farmstays, Villas & Private Lawns

Tauru Mewat Countryside Farms

₹10,000–35,000 per day

  • Where: Tauru, Nuh
  • From Delhi: 60–75 km
  • Best for: Quiet getaways
  • Highlight: Hills, fields and dark skies

How to choose the right picnic spot near Delhi

  1. Set the radius: under 30 km = city parks; 40–60 km = Damdama, Sohna, Sultanpur; 100 km+ = Neemrana, Alwar.
  2. Pick the format: free lawn, per-person day package, or whole-property farmhouse.
  3. Match the season: outdoor lakes and sanctuaries Oct–Mar, water parks Apr–Sept.
  4. Confirm before leaving: call for price, timings, outside-food rules and (for Damdama) whether boating is running.

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Picnic spots near Delhi — FAQs

What are the best picnic spots near Delhi?

Top picks are Damdama Lake (Gurugram), Sultanpur National Park, Sunder Nursery, Lodhi Garden, Surajkund, Neemrana Fort-Palace and day-out resorts like Heritage Village Manesar. Choose by budget and distance.

Is Damdama Lake a good picnic spot near Delhi?

Yes. Damdama Lake is one of the most popular picnic spots near Delhi — about 50–60 km away near Sohna, with boating, adventure camps and Aravalli views. Water levels vary by season.

How far is Damdama Lake from Delhi?

Roughly 50–60 km from central Delhi, usually a 1.5–2 hour drive via NH-48 and Sohna Road, depending on traffic.

What is the price of a picnic package at Damdama Lake?

Day-picnic packages at Damdama-area camps are commonly advertised around ₹1,150–2,000 per person including lunch and activities; luxury resort day packages cost more. Prices are indicative and change — confirm before booking.

Which are the free picnic spots near Delhi?

Free options include Lodhi Garden, Nehru Park, Buddha Jayanti Park, Deer Park Hauz Khas, Leisure Valley Gurugram, Aravalli Biodiversity Park and the public Damdama lakeside.

Which picnic spots near Delhi are best for kids?

Worlds of Wonder Noida, Adventure Island Rohini, Fun N Food Village, Oysters Water Park, Deer Park Hauz Khas and Damdama Lake boating are kid favourites.

What are good one-day picnic spots near Gurgaon?

Damdama Lake, Sultanpur National Park, Sohna hot springs, Heritage Village Manesar, Farrukhnagar Sheesh Mahal and Tau Devi Lal Botanical Garden all fit in a single day.

Which picnic resorts near Delhi offer day packages?

Taj Damdama, Heritage Village Manesar, Karma Lakelands, Botanix Nature Resort, The Westin Sohna and many Chhattarpur and Sohna Road resorts sell day-out packages.

What is the best time for a picnic near Delhi?

October to March is best for outdoor picnics; summer suits water parks; monsoon is lush but rainy. Mornings are most pleasant year-round.

Are these picnic spot prices official?

No. Prices are indicative ranges compiled from publicly advertised rates and typical market pricing. Operators change rates by season and day, so always confirm directly before visiting.

Can I book a private farmhouse for a picnic near Delhi?

Yes. Farmhouses in Chhattarpur, Sohna Road, Gwal Pahari and near Damdama rent for roughly ₹12,000–80,000+ per day for the whole property.

Which picnic spots near Delhi are good for corporate outings?

Damdama adventure camps, Karma Lakelands, Heritage Village Manesar, Camp Wild Damdama and Sohna Road resorts are common corporate choices.

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Last updated: 6 October 2026.

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