Agra guide
Packing List
What to pack for Agra
In March, Agra is typically cold, typically dry (16-33°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Agra essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm insulated coat
- Thermal base layers
- Warm hat, gloves and scarf
- Warm socks
- Warm waterproof boots
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Lip balm and moisturiser for cold, dry air
- Petha (Agra sweet) is famous and safe. Restaurant food is better than street food here.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Good 4G. Jio and Airtel best. Tourist areas near Taj Mahal have solid coverage.
- Pocket tissues: some island toilets are squat-style or limited
- Taxi/auto claiming Taj Mahal is closed for cleaning and offering alternative tour