If you are looking for an elegant combination of imperial grandeur and architectural grandeur, Jaipur is the ideal getaway. Surrounded by the Aravali hills, the desert city of Jaipur offers an extraordinary choice of activities for anyone seeking an immersive experience of Rajasthan’s rich heritage.
Jaipur captures all unique elements of India in one frame, from ornate palaces and unrivaled architecture to the street food of bustling bazaars, and camels. Here, we take a look at some of the best things to do in the pink city of Jaipur.
Albert Hall Museum
Besides palaces and forts, there are many more historical sites in and around Jaipur. Enter the famous Albert Hall Museum and explore the country’s glorious past and present through its rich treasures. Egyptian mummies and Persian rugs are among the focal points of the museum, which claims to be the oldest in Rajasthan.
Hours: 9am to 5pm and 7pm to 10pm
Entry Fee: INR 40 (Indians) and INR 300 (Foreigners)
Amer’s Amber Fort
Perched on a rocky hill, the famous Amber Fort will captivate you with its enormous size and grand architecture. Take an elephant ride along the cobblestone road to the fort gate to make the experience even more exciting. Watching the nighttime light and sound display presented here is another fun activity as it brilliantly brings the history of the fort to life.
Time: 9am-6pm, Entrance Fee: INR 25 (Indians) and INR 200 (Foreigners)
Sound and Light Show: 7:30pm (English), 8pm (Hindi) Tickets: INR 250
Two people can ride an elephant for 1000 rupees.
Jaipur Hawa Mahal
The Hawa Mahal is Jaipur’s most famous building, with a lattice of 953 small windows shaped like a honeycomb. It was built so that royal women could privately observe normal daily activities and public holiday celebrations. To see the palace in its golden glory in the morning, schedule a visit in advance.
Hours: 9am to 4:30pm daily
Entry Fee: INR 50 (Indians) and INR 200 (Foreigners)
Dinner Manta Astro
If astronomy fascinates you, Jantar Mantar should be on your list of things to do in Jaipur. In this ancient observatory, you can learn how humans use sundials to tell the time. It also includes eighteen architectural astronomical instruments for various tasks such as predicting sunrise and sunset times and locating polar stars of other celestial bodies.
Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Entry Fee: INR 50 (Indians) and INR 200 (Foreigners)
majestic jalmahal
Jal Mahal is a marvel of archaeology. Four of its five floors are still buried in Lake Mansagar where it was built, while the top layer appears to be floating on the water. While access to the palace is limited, you can get a close-up view from the water by boat.
doll museum
The Doll Museum in Jaipur is a wonderland where you can see dolls of all shapes and sizes in national costumes, bridal costumes, dance gear, and even traditional costumes from different countries. One of the best things to do in Jaipur for families is to visit this museum.
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Entry Fee: INR 10 (Indians)
Shopping at Bapu Bazaar
Bapu Bazaar is one of the top shopping destinations in Jaipur, attracting customers with its selection, high quality and reasonable prices. Ethnic clothing, Mojri shoes, leheria shawls, camel leather goods, handicrafts and shellac jewellery are all available for purchase. Remember to haggle when buying in this market.
Jaipur street food
Jaipur is a food lover’s paradise due to its rich culinary heritage. How can you refuse to indulge in mouthwatering appetizers when you’re in this foodie haven? Gulab Chand Dairy, Puran Ji and Lakshmi Misthan Bhandar are some of the top places in Jaipur where you can sample some of the city’s most traditional sweet and savory dishes. Their pastries and snacks are hugely popular, but the biggest talking point at these restaurants is their desserts.
