Lucknow travel guide
Lucknow Tourism | Lucknow Guide
You're Going to Love Lucknow
With a population of 2.47 million, Lucknow is a must-see destination in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Lucknow deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Lucknow
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lucknow in May, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 40 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 15 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 300 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Lucknow, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Lucknow
Plane
When flying to Lucknow, you’ll arrive at Lucknow Amausi (LKO), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lucknow from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 35h 25m.
Airlines serving Lucknow
Where to stay in Lucknow
From 5-star hotels such as the Hyatt Regency Lucknow to great affordable options like the Golden Tulip Lucknow, Lucknow offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $32 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $83 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lucknow
Most booked hotels in Lucknow
Hiring a car in Lucknow
Expect to pay $1.89 per litre in Lucknow (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.65 and $30.20. The most frequently booked car type in Lucknow is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.