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.
Your Hazratganj lineup
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Catch a blockbuster at Sahu Cinema – ₹250
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Relish Mutton boti kebab at Sahu Biryani – ₹170
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Quick shopping spree at Prince Market, Hazratganj – ₹200
Total = ₹620
The old Lucknow essential
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Tonga ride around Rumi Darwaza – ₹100
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Visit Bara Imambara – ₹50
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Explore the Picture Gallery and Lucknow’s history – ₹40
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Stuff yourself with kebabs, pasanda, biryani at nearby shops or Hussainabad Food Court – ₹400
TOTAL= ₹590
The Residency evening
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Explore the historic Residency, walk through Lucknow’s landmark – ₹20
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Catch the light and sound show there – ₹100
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Browse Saharaganj Mall, Lucknow’s OG mall – Free
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End with biryani, chicken masala, kebabs at Tulsi – ₹500
TOTAL= ₹620
Walk, binge, repeat at Gomti
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Take a leisurely walk along the Gomti Riverfront for free
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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
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Treat yourself to ice cream from nearby stalls for around ₹50-100
TOTAL= ₹600
Window shop, snack, watch
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Window shop at Phoenix Palassio or Lulu Mall, browse for deals – Free
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Snack at the Food Court– burger, momos, or sandwich for around ₹350
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Catch a movie there- ₹250
Total = ₹550
Market hopping in Aminabad
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Chikankari shopping at Aminabad wholesale markets, bargain hard – ₹500
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Imitation jewellery, chappals, bangles from local stalls – ₹300
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Spicy pani ke batashe from nearby vendors – ₹50
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Don’t miss the famous makkhan malai – ₹50
TOTAL= ₹900
Why just Ganj when you can feast?
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Evening ganjing with samosas and momos from local vendors – ₹100
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Hot kulhad chai at Keval or Sharma Ji with some mun bakkhan – ₹100
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Finish with chole bhature at Sardar Ji Ke Mashoor Chole Bhature – ₹35
TOTAL= ₹235
Late-Night food crawl
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Night street food crawl in Old Lucknow – Tunday Kebabs, Rahim’s/Mubeen’s Kulcha Nihari, Idris Biryani – ₹400
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Kulfi at Prakash Kulfi – ₹50
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Meetha paan from a local shop – ₹50
TOTAL= ₹500
Science, shaam ki chai & a hearty bite
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Explore Regional Science City, dive into interactive exhibits and space galleries for just ₹25–₹50 per person
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Book browsing at Universal, Kapoorthala, flip through Hindi & English novels; pocket-friendly picks start around ₹200
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Grab a plate of Veg Kebab Paratha at Deva Food Mart – ₹120.
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Chai & Bun Makkhan at Nukkad (Kapoorthala) or Globe Cafe – ₹100
TOTAL= ₹470
