Heritage & Cultural Walk of Aurangabad: 2-Hour Guided Tour

A guide who knows the anecdotes, not just the dates.

A two-hour guided walking tour of Aurangabad's old town led by a trained storyteller in English or Hindi. You start at the Jama Mosque built in 1612, pass through the Bhadkal Gate, and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara: the 17th-century tomb Aurangzeb built for his first wife. The walk mixes historical facts with local stories, hidden places and forgotten corners most visitors miss.

Step-by-step itinerary

Aurangabad heritage walking tour

• Start at Jama mosque
• Pass through Bhadkal Gate
• Pass through 17th-century city gate
• Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara tomb

The experience

Two hours is enough to move through the city's layered past without rushing. The walk begins at the Jama Mosque near Killa Arrak, built soon after Malik Amber founded Aurangabad in 1610. From there you pass through the Bhadkal Gate, the largest in the city, erected in 1612 by Malik Ambar as a memorial to victory against the Mughals. These are not just monuments: your guide connects them to the people who built them and the choices they made.

Bibi Ka Maqbara sits at the heart of the route. Commissioned in 1660 by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb as a tomb for his first and chief wife Dilras Banu Begum, it stands as a statement about power and devotion in the Mughal court. The guide weaves in the stories behind the stone: the political marriages, the rivalries, the small details that turn a building into a place you actually remember. Between the major sites, the walk takes you through hidden nooks and forgotten corners of the old city where locals live and work, not just where cameras point.

Your guide is trained to speak English and Hindi, and they come with local tips for where to eat, what to see next, and how to move through the city without overspending. The pace is built for all fitness levels, and the route is wheelchair accessible. If you're traveling with small children, you can bring a pram or stroller.

What’s included

• A trained storyteller or guide fluent in English and Hindi.
• local tips and recommendations for exploring the city and saving money.
• access to all stops including the Jama Mosque, Bhadkal Gate, and Bibi Ka Maqbara.

Options for this experience

2 options

Heritage and cultural trails (a 2-hour guided walking tour)Guide in English or Hindi · 09:00 and 17:00

Private ExperienceGuide in English or Hindi · 09:00 and 17:00Snacks are included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 17:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Hindi

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Yo Tours Goa

Is this one for you?Book the group walk if you enjoy meeting other travelers and hearing stories from a guide who knows the city's anecdotes as well as its history. Choose the private option if you want the guide's full attention and the flexibility to linger at any stop or ask deeper questions about what you're seeing.

Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Hindi.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Bibi Ka Maqbara and why does it matter?

Bibi Ka Maqbara is a 17th-century tomb commissioned by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in 1660 to honor his first wife, Dilras Banu Begum. It is considered a symbol of Aurangzeb's devotion and stands as one of the city's most significant Mughal monuments, visited on this walk.

When was the Jama Mosque built and what makes it a starting point?

The Jama Mosque was built in 1612 AD near Killa Arrak, constructed soon after Malik Amber founded Aurangabad in 1610. It marks the beginning of the city's documented history and serves as the natural entry point to understanding Aurangabad's past.

What is the Bhadkal Gate and who built it?

The Bhadkal Gate is the largest city gate in Aurangabad, built in 1612 by Malik Ambar, the vizier of Ahmadnagar, as a memorial to his victory against the Mughals. It stands as a landmark of 17th-century architecture and political power.

Will the guide take me to places most tourists don't see?

Yes. The walk covers city highlights alongside hidden places and forgotten nooks of the old city. Your guide shares stories and local knowledge that reveal Aurangabad beyond the typical tourist route, showing you how locals experience the city.

Can I book this as a private tour instead of a group walk?

Yes. You can choose between the group Heritage and Cultural Trails walk or book a Private Experience at checkout, both following the same two-hour route with a trained storyteller guide.