Agra is famous for the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world.

But apart from the Taj, the Mughal nobles also built many other beautiful structures, especially their private mansions, known as Havelis.

Some of these Havelis were like vacation homes for the rulers, such as the Mubarak Manzil of Emperor Aurangzeb.

Mubarak Manzil Agra

Many others were built for Mughal ministers and wealthy businessmen of the empire.

In this post on Havelis in Agra, we have shared a list of these architectural marvels that you can still explore in the city.

So if you are planning a trip to Agra from Delhi or any other city in India, here are the most popular Havelis you can still visit.

Some have been converted into heritage hotels and restaurants, while others have sadly been lost to time.

1. Haveli Sujaan – A Heritage Stay in Agra

Location: Gokulpura, Agra
2Type: Heritage homestay / Airbnb

Haveli Sujaan

Haveli Sujaan is around 150 years old mansion, and if you are planning to stay in a heritage haveli, this is one of the best places to stay.

Haveli Sujaan is a restored mansion which has traditional courtyards, antique furniture, Mughal-inspired interiors, and they also offers modern comfort.

This haveli turned hotel is perfect for heritage lovers, who wants to stay in Agra near Taj Mahal.

2. Haveli Dhandhupura – A haveli style hotel

Location: Dhandhupura, Agra
2Type: Haveli style hotel

Haveli Dhandhupura is a haveli style hotel, offering modern facilities such as a swimming pool, Wi-Fi, and comfortable rooms in Agra.

It’s ideal for travelers looking whi wants to stay in a mid-range hotel in Agra with a touch of traditional design.

The whole hotel complex is designed as Agra-Jaipur style and haveli, and you can stay here at Rs 2,000 per night.

3. Mubarak Manzil – Aurangzeb’s Haveli

Location: Belanganj, Agra
Type: Historic Haveli (partially lost)

Mubarak Manzil, was bui;t by Aurangzeb as his personal Haveli, near Yamunna river.

This Haveli was one of the grand Mughal-era havelis, built in the 17th century.

Mubarak Manzil has tall arches, pillared halls, & showed the blend of Mughal architectural influences.

Sadly, much of this haveli has been demolished or fallen into neglect in recent years, despite being part of Agra’s heritage.

Even in ruins, it is part of Agra rich Mughal history & many heritage enthusiasts travellers, still visit Mubarak Manzil.

4. Agah Khan Haveli and Hathikhana

Location: Near Taj Mahal, Agra
Type: Historic Haveli (Protected Monument)

The Agha Khan Haveli & Hathikhana, is a Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) protected site in Agra.

This haveli was the residence of Agha Khan who was a important noble under Mughal time of Emperor Shah Jahan.

The term Hathi Khana added with this Haveli suggest that this place was later turned a place to keep the royal elephants of Mughal emperor. Here elephants were housed, trained, or paraded during Mughal times.

You can still see the architecture & imagine the life of Mughal nobles who lived in these grand spaces.

5. Dara Shikoh Library

Location: Near the Agra Fort, Agra
Type: Historic building

Instead of a haveli, the last entry in this list of Haveli in Agra, is linked with Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Shah Jahan and his library in Agra.

Dara Shikoh was not just a Mughal prince but also a philosopher, scholar, & famous for his interest in different religions, arts & literature.

Dara Shikoh Library was a popular place of learning in the 17th century, where manuscripts, books, translations of Sanskrit & Persian books were collected.

Dara Shikoh himself translated many works, like Upanishads into Persian, trying to bridge Hindu and Islamic thought.

Today, the library building still stands, though not properly maintained, and is still not a protected ASI site.

Heritage lovers see it as a symbol of Dara Shikoh’s vision of harmony and learning.