Destination Wedding in Agra

Saath Phere with Seven wonders of the world, The Taj Mahal.

Set on the panoramic banks of river Yamuna, the city of love Agra is one of the most romantic sought after destination wedding preferences for the to wed. Agra offers alluring and pleasing surroundings for a destination wedding. It is an inclination for the new couple to start their next journey of life. Getting married in the city of love, make the bond between the two souls much stronger; it will be exhilarating and romantic to tie the knot with the epitome of love in the backdrop.

Agra has a historical connection to the Mughals of India, since the ancient era. The rich cultural heritage of India has been depicted in this beautiful city very evidently. Home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal, is the epitome of the epic love story of The Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Begum. Agra has a distinct heritage soul, which earlier prejudiced a lot by the Mughals has now transformed into a center of commerce, art and learning city. The impression of Mughal's presence in the city is evident through mausoleums and forts architecture here.

Cultural & Tourist Attractions

The influence of the Brij culture is quiet blatant in Agra, due to its proximity with Mathura and Vrindavan. Hindi, Urdu and Brijbhasha are more prominent languages in Agra. Some of the tourist attractions of the city are the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Taj Mahal Garden, Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar Tomb, Mariam Tomb, Mehtab Bagh and Ram Bagh.

A diverse festival culture is found in the city. Each year in the month of February a 10 day-long cultural event starts in Shilpgram called Taj Mahotsav, conducted to promote local arts and crafts. A multitude of literature admirers and literary idols gather from around the globe in Agra to participate in The Taj Literature Festival. A lot of traditional celebrations are also held in the city like Ramleela folk dance, Ram Barat and Kailash Fair. The city is an epicenter of handicrafts in India. It's also prominent around the world for hand made carpets and rugs.

How to Reach Agra

By flight: The air reach of tourists at Agra is well organized with all the major cities in India like Lucknow, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Cochin, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Agra Airport or Kheria Air Force Station is only 13Km away from the Taj Mahal.

Air India is mainline, which will connect with the nearest airport. With the lack of international airport in Agra, tourist is advised to reach Delhi or Mumbai and catch a flight to Agra from there.

By Bus: An expressway that originates in the city along with other national highways connecting Agra to other parts of India with two major bus terminals here namely the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) and Idgah Bus Stand runs several buses with Bus operator, Uttar Pradesh State Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) connecting major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, etc. with Agra.

By train: Agra can be reached easily from all the major cities in the country, by train. The railway stations in Agra like the Agra Cantonment Railway Station, Agra Fort Railway Station, Agra City Railway Station; Idgah Railway Station have various trains operated between Agra and cities like Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Chennai, etc.

Best time to visit:

Agra is a sub-tropical place, dry summers, mild winter, and moderate monsoons are its weather scenarios. The best time to visit Agra would be in the transition between summer and winter. The tourist generally visits between October and March season, during the monsoon season, between August and October also one can visit. The rain-drenched Taj Mahal is indeed a sight to behold by the onlookers.

Planning the Destination wedding in Agra

Questions like where would I plan my destination wedding in Agra? Or what will be the cost of the destination wedding at Agra? And which theme wedding I should look for? All these questions and many more come into the brides and groom's mind, so let's not panic and become a bridezilla just buckle up your seat belts and hop on with us for the entertaining ride of your destination wedding preps with Shaadiyari.

Assuming for a 2-day wedding celebration in Agra with a group of 100-150 inclusive of a hotel stay, Decor, venue space for the wedding, wedding Decors, hospitality, and logistics are basically the prime concerns.

Firstly selecting the wedding venue in Agra whether it will be a palace wedding in Agra, or a hotel wedding or an open lawn destination wedding under the night full of stars, need to be done. Here are some options for hosting your wedding at Agra, which Shaadiyari has for you to opt from.

ITC Mughal Agra

A luxury hotel sprawled over 35 acres in Agra in close proximity to the Taj Mahal is an epic piece of Mughal Architecture based on the look of Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort with 233 rooms and suites. The only Indian hotel to have won the first Aga Khan Award for Architectural Excellence in Asia till date.

Venues: Diwan-e-Khas, Shalimar Bagh, Majilis hall are some of the venues to opt for your pre-wedding and wedding ceremony hosting.

Cost :(INR 35L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra for around 100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

The Grand Imperial

Built as a Colonial Hotel in the early 1900s for the British. The Grand Imperial is a Boutique grand heritage hotel and the only genuine 100 years old heritage hotel operating in Agra. The hotel is located in the middle of the busy Mahatma Gandhi Road in the hustle-bustle of the city. From the rooftop, one can easily get a view of the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and many monuments of Agra.

In the evening the hotel has a mini bazaar for ladies bangles, mehndi, folk music, puppet show, and sitar recital.

Venue: A heritage style pool with a Mughlai Gazebo overviewing the lush gardens, the hotel has an Indian spa to relax and rejuvenate with Karelian and Thai massages. The hotel has 30 suites out of which 15 suites are Royal suites called “Chamber of Princes” and 15 rooms called deluxe rooms.

Cost :(INR 35L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra for around 100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

Hotel Clark Shiraz

Located 2 km. from the Taj Mahal, in the heart of Agra, and yet free from its din and bustle, Overlooking the Taj and Agra Fort, Hotel Clarks Shiraz is a five-star luxury hotel which combines business with pleasure. The Clarks Shiraz is just 7 km. from the Airport and 3 km. from the Railway Station. This 8-acre spread property has 236 lavishly appointed and centrally air-conditioned rooms and suites including 80 Deluxe Rooms 23 TAJ FACING, 155 Superior Rooms, and 2 Suites.

The Clarks are famous for their exceptional hospitality for the last five decades with serving the multitude of cuisines for the tasting buds of the food lovers coming from across the world.

Venues: 236 well-appointed and fully renovated rooms, with maximum Taj facing rooms in the city. Shahnaz Hall, Akbar Hall, Mariyam Hall are the event spaces of the hotel.

Cost :(INR 24L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra for around 80-100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

The Oberoi Amarvilas

Located just 600 meters from the Taj Mahal, the world’s most exquisite testimony to undying love is The Oberoi Amarvilas. Inspired by Mughal palace designs with fountains, terraced lawns, reflection pools, and pavilions, The Oberoi Amarvilas offers unrestricted views of the Taj Mahal from all rooms and suites, complemented by the warm, personalized hospitality.

The Mouthwatering cuisine and the spacious spa for relaxing with the backdrop of The Taj Mahal are what you will experience at the Oberoi Amarvilas.  At The Oberoi Amarvilas, your experience of Agra will be unforgettable.

Venues: Overlooking the Taj Mahal the Oberoi Suites are in itself nothing less than a paradise to have a stay. The Deluxe Suites, Premium suits, Luxury suites or the Kohinoor Suites all with a balcony view give a heavenly feeling.

Cost :(INR 42L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra for around 100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

Jaypee Palace Hotel

Jaypee Palace Hotel and Convention Centre, located 12.4 km From Kheria (Agra) Airport and 8 km from Agra Cantt, Railway Station, has a furnished 341 well-appointed rooms including 15 Suites and 40 Executive Rooms, 261 deluxe rooms and 25 palace rooms to make your stay pleasant, cozy and comfortable. It is a gloriously designed masterpiece, which caters to the travelers for a peaceful stay. The structure of the palace is a blend of red sandstone and marble. Spread on 25 acres of spacious lush greenery, mixing ancient Mughal and modern amenities with contemporary architecture Jaypee offers the most luxuries stay at Agra. 

Venues: 5 Graceful Indoor venues Diwan-E-Aam, Diwan-E-Khas, Poolside lawn, Outdoor Lawn are few to name for 125-2000 people and 7 spectacular outdoor venues for 200-3000 people.

Cost :(INR 36L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra  for around 100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

Courtyard By Marriott Agra

A 5-star hotel overlooking the jewels of our country the Taj Mahal is an ideal getaway for a luxury stay in the “city of love” Agra. Idyllic located near India's most celebrated jewels The Taj Mahal is Courtyard Agra which offers easy access to some of the world's most legendary attractions located within minutes of the hotel Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort. Located on the famous Fatehabad Road, our perfectly situated hotel is an exquisite destination for business and leisure travelers alike. Savor distinctive cuisine at one of the four restaurants - MoMo Cafe, Anise, Onyx and MoMo 2 Go. 

Have a spacious stay at the elegant rooms and suites with contemporary decor, with a state-of-the-art fitness center and pool & Unora Spa.

Venue: With 8 events room, 23,314 sq. ft of indoor-outdoor space and maximum 600-guest capacity at grand ballroom, crystal ballroom, outdoor lawn Courtyard by Marriott Agra is a contemporary yet filled with modern amenities hotel.

Cost :(INR 37L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra for around 100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

TAJ Hotel & Convention Centre

An upscale hotel on 4.5 acres and within walking distance of the breathtaking Taj Mahal is the Taj Hotel and Convention center. A hotel close to the red sandstone walls of Agra Fort, the exotic birds of Keoladeo National Park and the historic cities of Sikandra and Fatehpur Sikri has a rooftop infinity pool overlooking the Taj Mahal, a rejuvenating spa, a well-equipped fitness center. Enjoy the traditional Indian cuisine at Daawat-e-Nawab, global-inspired dishes at the all-day dining restaurant, Palato, and trendy food and beverage selections at the poolside sky lounge, Infini, overlooking the Taj Mahal. 

Venue: More than 3,700 square meters of versatile event spaces, 239 rooms including 12 Suites & 1 Presidential Suite and including one of the biggest banquet halls in northern India that are able to cater to up to 2,000 guests that are The Mansion and the Ball ground room and the Celebration are options to choose among.

Cost :(INR 34L* – The minimum budget required to host a wedding in ITC Mughal Agra with around 100 guests for 2nights – includes stay, F&B, decor for all festivities.)

All the above are the 5-star properties some 4-star properties also you can look out for namely Orient Taj, Mansingh, Ramada then there are 3 stars also, Utkarsh Vilas and Taj Villas.

Need More, lose the pocket

Indian bride and groom family always keeps that extra services cost into their mind because apart from all the essential expenses its ought to happen that your pocket will get a dent on it.

Caricature artists, Fire Jugglers, tattoo artists, Folk artists, Puppet Players are some of the attractions one can ask at their wedding.

The task of managing your destination wedding at Agra is hectic and we have Shaadiyari as a fairy godmother for you to make your escape easy.

If we sum up and interpret the breakup cost the minimum budget that you require to host a wedding in Agra will come down to around INR 30L + GST onwards

(Inclusion: 2N, 100 guests, Stay, F&B, Décor for pre Functions, airport transfers etc.)