13 History Walking Tours in India We Would Walk Twice

1.Fontainhas Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,834 reviews · from $12Our pick

Walk through Panaji’s colorful Fontainhas quarter with guides such as Hinaz, Alita, Joan, or Shreeya. Over about two and a half hours, you’ll hear stories about Portuguese-era Goa, visit non-residential heritage buildings, taste Goan bakery treats, enjoy refreshments, and hear live music from a local performer.

“Great if you want to get a feel for the city and its history. The host was helpful and happy to answer our questions.”

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2.The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,698 reviews · from $43

Follow a local guide such as Sonali, Dolly, Parul, or Raghu through Old Delhi for about five hours of food, markets, stories, and short rickshaw rides. You will sample breakfast or evening snacks, chai, sweets, and savory dishes while visiting Chawri Bazaar, Khari Baoli, Balli Maran, Naughara, Chandni Chowk, and Kinari Bazar.

“Incredible food tour in Old Delhi. All of the food we tried was delicious and our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable about food and the local history and culture. This is a must do tour while in Delhi.”

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3.Old Goa Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 797 reviews · from $12

Walk through Old Goa with guides such as Vimala, John Ferrão, Amreen, or Pawan, visiting historic churches and the Viceroy’s Arch. Expect clear stories about Portuguese rule, architecture, politics, and local life. The walk begins at 8:30 AM, includes entry fees and a heritage map, and returns to the starting point.

“Well informed guide, a highly educational tour of Old Goa visiting all the major sites. Highly recommended!”

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4.Old Delhi Food, Heritage&Cultural Walk with Rickshaw ride to Masterji Kee Haveli

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 742 reviews · from $52

Spend four hours with Old Delhi locals such as Varun or Vivian, sampling street food, visiting Khari Baoli spice market, riding a cycle or electric rickshaw, and sharing a traditional meal inside Masterji Kee Haveli. The group is capped at eight, with morning and afternoon departures.

“This was the most amazing part of our trip in New Delhi. My kids (9 and 10) loved it and soaked in the local culture and history. They even tried the local street food and asked for seconds. Hands down the most unique and unexpected tour in India. A must do!”

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5.Private Heritage Walking Tour in Jaisalmer Fort and Old Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 306 reviews · from $10Best value

Walk through Jaisalmer Fort and the Old Bazaar with Lalu, a local guide also known as Lalit. Over 3 to 4 hours, you’ll see Jain temples, medieval lanes, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, and Patwon Ki Haveli, with time for a viewpoint and tea. The private format lets you set the pace.

“Lalu was the best guide we have had in India. He is extremely knowledgeable and very fun to talk to. We learned a lot about the fort and two Jain temples inside. We were sad when our tour came to an end because he made it such a wonderful experience for us. Truly an outstanding tour.”

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6.Panaji: Heritage Walk through Goa’s Latin Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 291 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $12

Walk Panaji’s Fontainhas quarter with an English-speaking storyteller, visiting heritage homes, San Thome Chapel, art spaces, a historic bakery, and a ceramic studio. The tour ends with a meeting and live performance by a Goan musician. Guides such as Divya, Yashasvi, Calvin, and Trancy are known for warm storytelling and practical local insight.

“We enjoyed the pace of this walk, what we saw on the way and the history behind all of what we saw. It was also fun to try some pastries in a local famous bakery, visit an art gallery to view paintings by a renowned Goan artist and, finally, to be entertained by a local musician.”

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7.Old Delhi: Spices, Heritage and Bazaars Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · 3 hours · from $13

Join English-speaking guide Jai Singh for a three-hour walk through Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid and Meena Bazaar to Chandni Chowk and Khari Baoli spice market. Expect narrow lanes, havelis, Mughal-era bazaars, goldsmith workshops, chai and plenty of local detail. The tour costs $13, with mosque entry extra.

“Excellent tour from Jai, he was really knowledgable and took his time to talk through everything. Highly recommend!”

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8.Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 164 reviews · from $11

Start at Pal Haveli near the Clock Tower, or choose hotel pickup, then walk Jodhpur’s blue lanes with an English-speaking guide such as Ray, Prabhat, Rishi, or Ritesh. Expect local stories, photo stops, markets, blue havelis, Ranisar Lake, and time for questions. The walk ends back at the meeting point, with hotel drop-off if selected.

“Thanks to Mr. Vikas this city tour was worth it. Vikas is very knowledgeable and informative. We enjoyed this walk tour, the blue City, the safron tea. It was a good experience.”

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9.Heritage Walk & Street Food Tasting in Jaipur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 3 hours · from $21

Spend three hours walking Jaipur’s Pink City with guides such as Vivek, Kumar, Raj, or Pushpendra. Taste samosa, kachori, sweets, and masala chai, then follow quiet lanes through markets, temples, artisan quarters, frescoed houses, and historic city gates. The small group, limited to 10 people, makes it easy to ask questions and adjust the pace.

“Our tour was fantastic, a good mixture of information about the inner city of Jaipur and fantastic places to eat. It was everything we wanted in a tour. Our tour guide was friendly and informative and made us feel comfortable walking through places we wouldn’t have known. Totally recommend.”

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10.3-Hour Old Delhi Heritage Walking tour with Rickshaw ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 158 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $10

See Old Delhi with a local guide such as Suraj, Deepak, or Shalini, walking from Jama Masjid through silver and wedding markets, tasting paranthas, visiting a Sikh shrine, and riding a cycle rickshaw through Khari Baoli spice market. Hotel, airport, and railway station pickup is available.

“Old Delhi would have been impossible to enjoy without the skilled guidance of Suraj. We had an excellent time and learned a lot. Highly recommended.”

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11.Amritsar Heritage Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · from $16

Start at Amritsar’s Partition Museum and walk with an English, Hindi, or Punjabi-speaking guide such as Hardik or Prerit. Visit Jallianwala Bagh, Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara, Guru Bazar, old lanes, and an Akhara before ending outside the Golden Temple. Expect about 2 hours 45 minutes in a group of up to 20.

“This is a great idea for those starting an Amritsar visit . Prerit have us a hang of the Golden Temple area and took us to many bylanes we would surely not have accessed otherwise. The tour was informative and included a lot of detailing. It took about 2 hours and a little more. Highly recommended”

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12.The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 5 hours · from $43

Spend five hours walking, eating, and hearing Old Delhi stories with guides such as Sonali, Dolly, Parul, and Raghu. Try 11 to 14 vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, sweets, chai, lassi, and more. A short rickshaw ride, Chandni Chowk markets, and a strict no-shopping policy keep the focus on food and local life.

“Tour was really great, would recommend to everyone. Parul was a great guide and showed us a wide range of food as well as showing the local sights. It was a great way to experience the busy streets of old Delhi!”

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13.Old Goa: Walking Tour of Heritage Churches

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 81 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $12

Walk through Old Goa with an English-speaking guide such as Yashasvi, Vimala, Pawan, or Santoshi. Visit St Catherine’s Church, Se Cathedral, St Francis of Assisi, and the Basilica of Bom Jesus while learning about Portuguese rule, local traditions, and the city’s former role as Goa’s capital.

“I had an Old Goa walking tour with Yashasvi and enjoyed it a lot. She is a very kind and friendly person, deeply knowledgeable about the historical and cultural aspects of Portuguese colonization. We also discussed many interesting side topics.”

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