Greater Noida City Guide

Local food centers on North Indian dishes like butter chicken and chaat. International options like Chinese and Italian are limited but growing. Vegetarian and vegan options are common. Late-night food is mostly via delivery or hotels.

Nightlife is quiet with a few bars and lounges mainly in hotels or malls. No active club scene.

Coffee culture is developing with chains like Starbucks and some local cafes. Specialty coffee shops are limited.

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Around 5-10% in restaurants if service charge not included. Taxi drivers expect small tips or rounded fares.

SIM cards are sold at authorized stores of Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea. Airtel and Jio offer best coverage and data speeds. Passport and visa needed for registration with biometric verification.

Generally cleaner than many Indian cities with good waste management in planned areas, though some litter issues remain.

Limited 24/7 options with some pharmacies and hotels. Most shops close by night.

Supermarkets like Big Bazaar, More, and Easyday offer groceries. Fresh produce is found in local markets. Shops usually open 10 AM to 9 PM, including many Sundays.

Cards are accepted in big shops and restaurants but cash is needed at markets, small vendors, and for public transport.

ATMs from major banks like SBI, HDFC, and ICICI are common. International cards may face fees around INR 200-500 per transaction.

Delhi Public School, Amity International, and Genesis Global School use English primarily. Hindi is compulsory. Admissions start in late autumn; apply early due to waitlists.

Digital nomad scene is small. Few meetups and nomad-specific spaces. Some cafes provide decent Wi-Fi.

City Park is a major green space with shade and running paths. Many residential sectors have parks.

Runs are popular in City Park and along boulevards. Safe during day but air quality can be poor in winter.

Several gyms including options in nearby Noida offer good fitness facilities.

Tennis courts are available in sports clubs and some schools with coaching and hard courts.

Padel courts are very rare.

Many yoga studios offer classes in popular styles. English-speaking instructors are common.

Martial arts schools offer Karate, Taekwondo, Judo, and some MMA. English-speaking instructors available in bigger centers.

Ski resorts only in Himalayas, several hours away.

Limited to small recreational boating in artificial lakes.

No surfing, city is landlocked.

No diving available here.

Private hospitals like Kailash and Max (nearby Noida) have English-speaking staff and better care. Public hospitals are affordable but crowded. Pharmacies are widespread, often open late; some medicines need a prescription.

Tap water is not safe to drink. Use bottled water or filters.

Many parks and playgrounds are available. Kid-friendly cafes and baby supplies stores exist. Nearby attractions include KidZania and Worlds of Wonder.

LGBTQ acceptance is low compared to larger cities. Few safe spaces exist and public events are absent.

Pet policies vary. Some vet clinics and supply stores exist but few pet-friendly public spaces or accommodations.