Discover cultural and historic attractions in Agra

Conveniently located a short drive from the expressway that leads to New Delhi and Jaipur, Radisson Hotel Agra provides abundant services within minutes of top area attractions like the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. You can haggle for leather goods and purchase local spices at the bustling Shilpgram marketplace or travel to Fatehpur Sikri to see the former capital of the Mughal Empire. Planning a trip with the family? Make memories while exploring Agra Fort, or pack a picnic to enjoy at Ram Bagh Gardens.

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Taj Mahal

1.34 mi / 2.16 km from the hotel

Dedicated to Shah Jahan’s late wife Mumtaz Mahal, this iconic mausoleum combines Indian, Persian and Islamic architecture. Completed in 1648, the Taj Mahal is enclosed by 17 hectares of gardens that stunningly contrast with the white marble exterior.

Sikandra Fort

7.68 mi / 12.36 km from the hotel

This ancient tomb, completed in 1613, memorializes Akbar the Great of the Mughal Empire and boasts a blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture. After a walk inside, stroll through the surrounding gardens, which are often filled with colourful peacocks.

Agra Fort

2.48 mi / 4 km from the hotel

Dating back to 1573, this fort was home to the Mughal emperors until the capital was moved to Delhi. The inside contains remnants of royal life, from ancient baths and courtrooms to mosques, palaces, a grape garden, a mirrored palace and more.

Jama Masjid

2.82 mi / 4.53 km from the hotel

Constructed in 1648 and located in the city centre, this red sandstone and white marble mosque is a prime example of Islamic architecture. Adorned with paintings and carvings and surrounded by a large bazaar, it is one of the largest mosques in India.

Fatehpur Sikri

24.15 mi / 38.87 km from the hotel

Admire the fusion of architectural styles at Fatehpur Sikri, a World Heritage site that offers a glimpse of ancient life in India and the mix of cultures that influenced each generation in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Itimad-ud-Daulah

2.75 mi / 4.43 km from the hotel

In the old city of Agra, don't miss Itimad-ud-Daulah, the first Mughal mausoleum built from white marble and served as an inspiration to the architect of the Taj Mahal.