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Rashtrapati Bhavan, its Museum and Amrit Udyan are closed to visitors from September 11 to 13. The Change of Guard ceremony is cancelled today, Saturday, September 12. “Visits to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum and Amrit Udyan will remain closed to the public from September 11 to 13, 2026.” The shutdown aligns with BRICS Summit security in New Delhi. Tourists and school groups should reschedule and avoid Central Vista today.
Existing bookings remain valid for later dates; no walk-in entry is allowed during closure. Tickets for the Museum and Change of Guard carry a Rs 50 registration charge. As official instructions state, these charges are non-refundable and non-transferable. Expect email or SMS if your slot was affected, then rebook on the portal. Amrit Udyan’s Summer Annuals reopen on September 14 and 15 after the summit.
Delhi tourist alert: Central Vista diversions and timings
Delhi Traffic Police has enforced summit-day diversions across Central Vista corridors. Expect regulated movement on Sardar Patel Marg, Teen Murti, Janpath and Akbar Road. Restrictions also cover Tees January Marg, Rajesh Pilot Marg and Subrahmaniam Bharti Marg. Mathura Road, Shanti Path, Mother Teresa Crescent and nearby links face timed curbs. Use the Metro and check day-wise timings on the advisory page before travel.
Nearby alternatives open today for Delhi tourists
Prefer attractions beyond the core security zone to save time today. Sunder Nursery remains open daily near Nizamuddin, with early morning access. Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar operate sunrise to sunset under the Archaeological Survey. Lodhi Garden opens early and usually avoids motorcade disruption. Stick to Violet or Yellow Line stations to bypass restricted corridors.
| Place | Area | Typical hours | Nearest Metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunder Nursery | Nizamuddin | 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. | JLN Stadium (Violet) |
| Humayun’s Tomb | Nizamuddin | Sunrise–Sunset | JLN Stadium (Violet) |
| Qutub Minar | Mehrauli | Sunrise–Sunset | Qutub Minar (Yellow) |
| Lodhi Garden | Lodhi Road | 5:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. | Jor Bagh (Yellow) |
Rashtrapati Bhavan tickets and refund guidance
Museum and Change of Guard tickets include a Rs 50 registration fee. The fee is explicitly non-refundable and non-transferable, even during cancellations. Rebook by logging into the official portal and choosing a later slot. Officials notify affected visitors on registered email and mobile as per policy. Carry valid government ID when visits resume to avoid delays.
The closures end on Sunday, September 13; normal schedules typically resume afterward. Before heading out, reconfirm the press release and traffic advisory for updates. If your plan hinged on the forecourt, consider visiting next weekend instead. Thoughtful rerouting can still deliver a packed, photo-friendly Delhi day today.