Student Picks: Cafés & Hangouts

Because some vibes just can’t be Googled. Here’s where IGDTUW girls really chill!

🍔 Food & Chill Spots

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Kashmere Gate Metro Outlets

McDonald's, Burger King, Chaayos, Dosa Planet, Zudio & more — all just a few mins' walk from college.

📍 Distance: ~3 km (10 min via metro)

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Majnu Ka Tila (Ama Café, Norwang)

Tibetan cafés, momo stalls & pancakes with serene riverside vibes. Aesthetic spots for food & photos!

📍 Distance: ~6 km (18–20 min via metro)

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Connaught Place (CP)

Whether it's a chill evening or a fest celebration, CP is where IGDTUW girls always find their vibe. From iconic street food like Jain Chawal Wale and hot kachoris near Janpath to Wenger's — Delhi's oldest bakery — and aesthetic cafés tucked in every block, this place is a whole experience.

📍 Distance: ~7 km (25 min via Metro from Kashmere Gate)

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Sudama Chai & Vibes

More than just chai — it’s the heart of North Campus street food. Right around the corner you'll find iconic spots like Dolma Aunty Momos and Tom Uncle Maggie Point. Pure DU girl energy.

📍 Distance: ~5–6 km (20 min)

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Hauz Khas Cafés

From the floral vibes of The Pink Room to the artsy chaos of Social and cozy corners at Elma’s — these cafés are a whole mood after fort walks and lake views.

📍 Distance: ~12–13 km (35–40 min via metro)

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Civil Lines Cafés & Snacks

Close to campus and full of chill — SOCIAL and Cling are IGDTUW favs. Don’t miss Fateh Chand ki Kachori for the ultimate Delhi breakfast win.

📍 Distance: ~4–5 km (15–20 min auto)

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Chandni Chowk Food Trail

A must-do for every IGDTUW foodie! From the legendary Paranthe Wali Galli to Giani di Hatti’s rabri falooda, Daulat ki Chaat, and iconic matar kulchas & kachoris — this street serves stories, not just snacks.

📍 Distance: ~3.5 km (10–15 min auto or metro to Chandni Chowk)

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Champa Gali, Saket

Aesthetic lanes, fairy lights, indie cafés, and Delhi’s softest vibe corner. Champa Gali is far but totally worth it for IGDTUW girls chasing quiet, creativity & killer coffee.

📍 Distance: ~18 km (45–50 min via metro to Saket + walk)

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🛍️ Window Shopping & Markets

Budget finds, street‑style steals & everything in‑between – all tried and loved by IGDTUW girls!

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Kamla Nagar Market

Trendy tops, accessories, street food & DU hustle. Haggle like a pro and grab a shake at Bistro 57 when you’re done!

📍 Distance: ~4 km (15 min via Metro/Auto)

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Janpath Market

Boho jewellery, export surplus tees & the *cheapest* scarves in town. A must‑visit before fest season!

📍 Distance: ~7 km (25 min via Metro to Rajiv Chowk)

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Zudio – Kashmere Gate Metro Outlets

Affordable basics, cute socks & accessories just outside Gate No. 1. Perfect post‑class retail therapy without leaving the metro station area.

📍 Distance: ~3 km (10 min walk/Metro)

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Omaxe Mall, Chandni Chowk

Air‑conditioned break from Old Delhi chaos: food court (& Dawatpur thalis), Indian‑wear showrooms, and Insta‑worthy interiors.

📍 Distance: ~5 km (18 min via Metro to Chandni Chowk)

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NSP Mall (Netaji Subhash Place)

Want a full plan in one place? NSP has it all — cinemas, cafés, arcade games, street food stalls, and rooftop restaurants. IGDTUW girls love it for group hangouts, society dinners, or just to vibe after midsems.

📍 Distance: ~9 km (25–30 min via Metro to NSP Station)

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Khan Market

For IGDTUW girls who vibe with bookstores, cold brew, and quiet selfies. Khan Market has aesthetic cafés, boutique corners & that Fateh Bookstore window that lives rent-free on every Delhi girl’s Pinterest.

📍 Distance: ~8 km (25 min via Metro to Khan Market)

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Dilli Haat (INA)

Handcrafted jewellery, embroidered bags, bamboo lamps & regional thalis from every state — Dilli Haat is where Delhi shows off its roots. From shopping to momo-stuffing, it’s a cultural hug with dilli tadka!

📍 Distance: ~11 km (35–40 min via Metro to INA)

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Lajpat Nagar Market

IGDTUW girls swear by this one for juttis, earrings, ethnic wear, fabrics, and last-minute function fits! Lajpat’s Central Market is loud, packed, and full of “Bhaiya, thoda kam lagao na” energy. Bonus: street food stalls for your recharge snack 🍧🍢

📍 Distance: ~9.5 km (30 min via Metro to Lajpat Nagar)

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📸 Explore & Escape

When you need a break from college chaos — these places are pure magic for walks, vibes & wide-angle photos.

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Red Fort

Right in our backyard — history, architecture & open lawns. Visit during evening lights or for Republic Day vibes.

📍 Distance: ~2.5 km (7 min auto)

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India Gate

From late-night ice cream walks to quiet moments by the flame — India Gate hits different when you're in Delhi for the first time. The nearby National War Memorial adds goosebumps, history, and powerful photo spots. Bonus: the lights after sunset are chef's kiss.

📍 Distance: ~6.5 km (25 min metro + e-rick)

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Hauz Khas Fort & Lake

A classic IGDTUW girl getaway — whether it's for brunch plans, poetry reels, or just escaping the campus chaos. The lakeside ruins, cozy cafés, and artsy vibe make it our go-to for peace, pics & plans that actually happen.

📍 Distance: ~12 km (35 min via metro)

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Bangla Sahib Gurudwara & Hanuman Mandir, CP

Need a moment of peace or strength? These two spiritual gems — just minutes from each other — offer calm and grounding in the middle of the city rush.

🌼 Bangla Sahib offers peace, langar & soulful chants. 🙏 Hanuman Mandir, just nearby, is perfect before exams or fresh starts.

📍 Distance: ~7 km (25 min via Metro)

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National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA)

Peaceful museum + courtyard café. Abstract art, AC halls, and the perfect study‑escape spot.

📍 Distance: ~7 km (25 min via metro)

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Yamuna Ghat (Vasudev Ghat Park)

Sunrise boat rides, early morning birds, and peaceful aarti by the riverside — Yamuna Ghat is a hidden gem IGDTUW girls escape to for calm and candid reels. Vasudev Ghat Park nearby adds greenery and photo spots with almost zero crowd.

📍 Distance: ~3.0 km (10–15 min auto from campus)

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Sunder Nursery

A dreamy Delhi gem for IGDTUW girls who love slow strolls, quiet dates, and garden cafés. Sunder Nursery offers rose gardens, fountains & Mughal ruins, while Karnatic Café (inside the complex!) serves cozy South Indian plates under fairy lights.

📍 Distance: ~9.5 km (30–35 min via Metro + short auto from JLN or Khan Market)

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Lodhi Garden + Lodhi Art District

A fav for IGDTUW girls who love peaceful vibes & bold creativity. Lodhi Garden is perfect for slow walks & book dates, while Lodhi Art District bursts with murals, graffiti & color that makes your feed ✨POP✨.

📍 Distance: ~9 km (25–30 min via metro to Jor Bagh or Khan Market)

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