Jaipur City Guide
Guide to the City of Jaipur
People visit Jaipur, Rajasthan, for a variety of reasons, including sightseeing, romantic vacations, honeymoons and sometimes for official meetings. There are several tourist attractions in Jaipur — we have tried our best to bring you important information of Jaipur with its tourist spots, timings and entrance fees. We have also compiled a list of eateries in Jaipur with their snacks specialty and their rates and the famous markets of Jaipur with their specialty of goods and approximate prices.
Major Places of Interest
To completely experience Jaipur you need atleast 3 days of stay. Important places to visit: Amer Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jantar Mantar, Jaipur Zoo, Albert Hall Museum, Birla Mandir, Birla Planetarium, Science Park.
Shopping in Jaipur
Jaipur is a paradise for shopping handicrafts and handmade colorful bed-sheets, pillow covers and a variety of hangings.
Eats in Jaipur
Your tour is not complete if you miss eating the famous Dal Bhati Churma, Pyaz ke Cachori and delicious Lassi. Do also visit Amber Fort and Palace, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort — you will need one full day to complete these forts.
Jaipur Tourist Spots, Entry Fees & Timings
| Monument | Entry Fee | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Amber Fort | Rs. 100 for Indian tourists, Rs. 500 for foreign tourists | 9:30 am to 4:30 pm |
| Hawa Mahal | Rs. 50 for Indian tourists, Rs. 200 for foreign tourists | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| City Palace | Rs. 200 for Indian tourists, Rs. 700 for foreign tourists | 9:30 am to 5:00 pm |
| Jantar Mantar | Rs. 50 for Indian tourists, Rs. 200 for foreign tourists | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm |
| Nahargarh Fort | Rs. 50 for Indian tourists, Rs. 200 for foreign tourists | 10:00 am to 5:30 pm |
| Jaigarh Fort | Rs. 35 for Indian tourists, Rs. 85 for foreign tourists | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm |
| Albert Hall Museum | Rs. 40 for Indian tourists, Rs. 300 for foreign tourists | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Birla Mandir | Free | 6:00 am to 12:00 pm, 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
| Gaitore | Rs. 30 for Indian tourists, Rs. 100 for foreign tourists | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm |
| Jal Mahal | Free (view only from outside) | 24 hours |
| Rambagh Palace | Free (view only from outside) | 24 hours |
| Sisodia Rani Garden and Palace | Rs. 50 for Indian tourists, Rs. 200 for foreign tourists | 8:00 am to 5:30 pm |
Please note that prices and timings are subject to change. Please check the official websites or contact the authorities for the latest information before visiting these monuments.
| Hawa Mahal | 4.5 km (approx. 15-20 minutes by car) |
| City Palace | 4.6 km (approx. 15-20 minutes by car) |
| Jantar Mantar | 4.5 km (approx. 15-20 minutes by car) |
| Amber Fort | 12.6 km (approx. 30-45 minutes by car) |
| Nahargarh Fort | 7.5 km (approx. 20-30 minutes by car) |
| Jaigarh Fort | 15.3 km (approx. 40-50 minutes by car) |
| Albert Hall Museum | 4.4 km (approx. 15-20 minutes by car) |
| Birla Mandir | 5.9 km (approx. 20-30 minutes by car) |
| Jal Mahal | 10.4 km (approx. 25-40 minutes by car) |
- Johari Bazar: Real and artificial jewelry, tie and dye clothes
- Tripolia Bazar and Chaura Rasta: Textiles, utensils, ironware, lac bangles and trinkets
- Bapu Bazaar and Nehru Bazaar: Textiles, souvenirs, local perfumes and shoes made of camel skin
- Mirza Ismail Road (M.I. Road): Jewellery, brass work, textiles, blue pottery, woodwork and more
- Achrol House, Subhash Chowk: Carpets
- Khajano Ka Rasta: Marble carving etc.
- Sanganer: Block printing, hand-made paper and blue pottery
- Rajasthani textiles (bandhani, block-printed and embroidered fabrics) — small piece around Rs. 200-500, larger pieces several thousand rupees
- Jaipur Blue Pottery — coasters/trinket boxes around Rs. 150-300, larger items several thousand rupees
- Silver jewelry — small pieces like earrings around Rs. 500-1000, larger pieces several thousand rupees
- Marble handicrafts (figurines, coasters, decorative plates) — small items around Rs. 200-500, larger items several thousand rupees
- Leather footwear (juttis) — good-quality pair around Rs. 1000-2000
- Jaipuri quilts and bedspreads — single bed quilt around Rs. 1000-2000, larger sizes several thousand rupees
- Handmade paper products (notebooks, diaries, journals) — small notebook around Rs. 100-200, larger ones Rs. 500-1000
- Jaipuri handcrafted jewelry (Kundan, Meenakari, Jadau) — small pieces around Rs. 500-1000, larger pieces several thousand rupees
- Handmade wooden handicrafts (miniature paintings, carved boxes, toys) — small items around Rs. 100-200, larger items several thousand rupees
- Traditional Jaipuri garments (lehengas, sarees, kurtis) — simple cotton kurti around Rs. 500-1000, silk saree/lehenga several thousand rupees
- Spices and tea — small pack around Rs. 100-200, larger packs several hundred rupees
- Handmade pottery (cups, mugs, plates) — small items around Rs. 200-500, larger items several thousand rupees
- Pyaaz Kachori at Rawat Mishthan Bhandar: A crispy, deep-fried pastry filled with spicy onion stuffing. Price per piece around Rs. 20.
- Golgappe at Chawla's: Also known as Pani Puri. Price for a plate around Rs. 50-60.
- Mirchi Bada at Samrat: A spicy snack of green chilies stuffed with potato filling and deep-fried. Price per piece around Rs. 20-25.
- Dal Baati Churma at Santosh Bhojanalaya: A traditional Rajasthani dish of lentils, roasted wheat balls and a sweet powdered mix. Price for a thali around Rs. 200-250.
- Lassi at Lassiwala: A traditional Indian yogurt-based drink. Price for a glass around Rs. 50-60.
- Kachori at Sahu Chat Bhandar: A deep-fried pastry filled with spiced lentils, onion or potato. Price per piece around Rs. 20.
- Mawa Kachori at Rawat Mishthan Bhandar: A sweet Kachori filled with mawa, sugar and nuts. Price per piece around Rs. 30-40.
- Aloo Tikki at Pandit Pav Bhaji: Made with boiled potatoes, spices and breadcrumbs. Price per piece around Rs. 20-25.
- Kulfi Faluda at Indian Ice Cream Faluda: Kulfi with vermicelli noodles and rose syrup. Price for a plate around Rs. 60-70.
- Rabri at LMB (Laxmi Mishtan Bhandar): A sweet dish made by boiling and reducing milk until thick and creamy. Price for a bowl around Rs. 50-60.
Climate: Summers 35 to 41°C (April to July), Winters 8.0 to 22.0°C (Dec to Feb), Rainy season August to September, Festive season September to December.
Indian Railway: Connects Jaipur from all major cities of India. It takes less than 5 hours from New Delhi by Double Decker train.
Road: Jaipur is connected to Delhi by a 6-lane National Highway, a distance of 281 Kms with a drive time of approx. 5 hours.
International Airport: Just 10 kms from the city, connected to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune and Udaipur, with international connectivity to Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat and London Heathrow.
Plan for 3+ Days in Jaipur
Enough time to cover the forts, palaces, museums and markets that make the Pink City famous.
Easy to Reach, Easy to Get Around
Well connected by rail, road and air, with most major monuments a short drive from Hotel Shikha.
Iconic Forts, Palaces & Street Food
From Amber Fort to Johari Bazar, Jaipur offers heritage, shopping and street food in one trip.