If you think exploring Lucknow means spending big, think again. From heritage walks to food binges, mall days to market hopping, you can do it all without your wallet crying. We've lined up 9 experiences around ₹500 that pack in history, food, and good vibes. Because the best things in Lucknow don't always come with hefty price tags.
Catch a blockbuster at Sahu Cinema - ₹250
Relish Mutton boti kebab at Sahu Biryani - ₹170
Quick shopping spree at Prince Market, Hazratganj - ₹200
Total = ₹620
Tonga ride around Rumi Darwaza - ₹100
Visit Bara Imambara - ₹50
Explore the Picture Gallery and Lucknow's history - ₹40
Stuff yourself with kebabs, pasanda, biryani at nearby shops or Hussainabad Food Court - ₹400
TOTAL= ₹590
Explore the historic Residency, walk through Lucknow's landmark - ₹20
Catch the light and sound show there - ₹100
Browse Saharaganj Mall, Lucknow's OG mall - Free
End with biryani, chicken masala, kebabs at Tulsi - ₹500
TOTAL= ₹620
Take a leisurely walk along the Gomti Riverfront for free
Check out the newly opened Food Valley and binge eat at your favourites like Naushijaan, Red Dragon, Chung Fa, Daddy's Chicken Soup and more for around ₹500
Treat yourself to ice cream from nearby stalls for around ₹50-100
TOTAL= ₹600
Window shop at Phoenix Palassio or Lulu Mall, browse for deals - Free
Snack at the Food Court– burger, momos, or sandwich for around ₹350
Catch a movie there- ₹250
Total = ₹550
Chikankari shopping at Aminabad wholesale markets, bargain hard - ₹500
Imitation jewellery, chappals, bangles from local stalls - ₹300
Spicy pani ke batashe from nearby vendors - ₹50
Don't miss the famous makkhan malai - ₹50
TOTAL= ₹900
Evening ganjing with samosas and momos from local vendors - ₹100
Hot kulhad chai at Keval or Sharma Ji with some mun bakkhan - ₹100
Finish with chole bhature at Sardar Ji Ke Mashoor Chole Bhature - ₹35
TOTAL= ₹235
Night street food crawl in Old Lucknow – Tunday Kebabs, Rahim's/Mubeen's Kulcha Nihari, Idris Biryani - ₹400
Kulfi at Prakash Kulfi - ₹50
Meetha paan from a local shop - ₹50
TOTAL= ₹500
Explore Regional Science City, dive into interactive exhibits and space galleries for just ₹25–₹50 per person
Book browsing at Universal, Kapoorthala, flip through Hindi & English novels; pocket-friendly picks start around ₹200
Grab a plate of Veg Kebab Paratha at Deva Food Mart – ₹120.
Chai & Bun Makkhan at Nukkad (Kapoorthala) or Globe Cafe – ₹100
TOTAL= ₹470
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