If you are planning a trip to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, please continue reading. We have tried to cover each and every corner of Jaipur for you!

But before that, I am going to start with a few lines on Jaipur:

"Jaipur is a blushing, bride draped in pink, dancing in our dreams, while the peacock sings."

The colorful pink city, of Jaipur, is a splendid place, that brims over with glory and beauty. The pink imbue walls standing all over the city give spectacular sights to experience along with the impressive palaces, adding a touch of majesty to this modern city. The nights are marvelously decorated with lighting everywhere, which adds charm to the city.

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Let's first get to know about Jaipur.

Brief History of Jaipur

The capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur is the 10th most populated city in the country. Jaipur was founded by the Rajput King, Raja Jai Singh II in 1727, after whom the city is named. Jaipur was the first modern city after the independence of India and is considered the most well-planned and organized city in the country. Jaipur is the most popular tourist destination, forming the Golden Triangle circuit along with Delhi and Agra.

Jaipur is full of traditional culture and classical history. 

Jaipur was constructed in a grid system with wide straight routes, streets, and roads in a uniform way. The shops are arranged in a symmetrical way on either side of the main road, organized in nine rectangular city sectors called Chokdis. The whole city is encircled by a wall with seven gates, built for protection from outsiders. The city planned by Jai Singh withstands all the changes and pressures, even now.

Wondering why Jaipur is known as "The Pink City"?

There is a mystical story behind the Pink color of the city. 
During the rule of Sawai Ram Singh I, the city was painted into a fresh shade of pink color to welcome Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, in 1876. Since then, the city had been called Pink City. 

Old Jaipur City

What is the Best Time to Visit Jaipur?

The best time to visit Jaipur is during the winter, from November to February. This is the time when the temperature is lower and it's not so hot. 

The summers are unbearable in Jaipur. From April to July the temperature reaches above 40 degrees Celsius. So it is not the time to visit Jaipur in the summers, especially for sightseeing. 

Jaipur experiences normal rainfall during monsoons. Still not advisable to visit during the monsoon.

Johri Bazar, Old Jaipur City

How to Reach Jaipur?

Jaipur is very well connected via Airway, Railway, and Roadway.

Airway - Jaipur has a well-connected domestic airport, which connects the city with all the major cities of the country. Delhi, Mumbai, Ahemdabad, Calcutta. You can easily arrive in Jaipur using an airway. You will get frequent flights from major cities.

Railways - The other cheaper option to reach Jaipur is the Railway. Jaipur is well-connected with the major states and cities via train. Superfast railway service is available from Delhi. The major cities like Mumbai, Ahemdabad, Bhopal, Delhi, and Agra. You will find the trains to reach Jaipur.

Roadways - There is a well-connected roadway along with National Highways connecting Jaipur from the different cities and states. 

Jaipur is around 260km from Delhi. If you are traveling from Delhi by road it will take 4-5 hours to reach Jaipur. Also, there are bus services available from cities like Agra, Udaipur, Bhopal, Indore, Kota, and many more.

Where to Stay in Jaipur?

Jaipur has a lot of options to stay starting from the lower price to the most expensive ones. Various hotels and resorts near railway station and airport at a moderate price is available. 

If you are looking for luxury hotels you can book your stay in Chokhi Dhani Resort, Samode Haveli, Trident, Rambagh Palace, Radisson Blu, and many other options.

We had booked our stay in Alsisar Haveli. The hotel is budget-friendly and they do maintain good hygiene, following all the COVID protocols. They also have a tour desk, In case you are interested to book a city tour. The service and food were indeed good. We just loved our stay.

You can book your stay in advance, So you don't have to worry about any availability issues.

What transport to use in Jaipur?

Jaipur is not as costlier as other metro cities. If you are planning not to spend much on transport, you can use local buses and auto services and e-rikshaw available in the main city and market (a much cheaper option) and easy to find.

Another option is to book a cab for your 2-3 day trip.

Tip: Try to use e-rikshaw and auto services to reduce unnecessary expenses. You can book a cab while leaving and reaching your hotel. For day transport use e-rikshaw.

E-Rickshaw in Jaipur City

"Since there are many places to visit in Jaipur, we are providing an itinerary of important and must-visit places in Jaipur to cover in a 2-3 days trip. Also, we will be sharing all the places of Jaipur, if you are planning your trip to Jaipur for like 4-5 days or for a week or so."

Places to visit in Jaipur in 2 days?

Day 1: City Palace --> Jantar Mantar --> Hawa Mahal --> Albert Hall --> Chokhi Dhani.

Day 2: Jal Mahal --> Amer Fort --> Jaigarh Fort --> Nahargarh Fort --> Padao Restaurant. 

Day 3 (Optional if you have an extra day): Local Bazaar, Sightseeing places, Galta Temple, Panna Meena ka Kund, Sisodia Rani ka Bagh, Birla Temple, Moti Dungri. 
You can cover places left from Days 1 & 2 or leisure time in your Hotel/Resort.

Day 1 Itinerary

• City Palace

City Palace is located in the middle of old city Jaipur. The complete Palace is divided into multiple parts which includes courtyards, palaces, gardens, beautifully sculpted walls, detailed carvings done on the roofs and many more.  Want to know more about City Palace? Read "The City Palace - Jaipur, History & Everything To Know"

Things you should know before visiting City Palace:  

Location: It is located in Jaleb Chowk, Gangori Bazar, the main city, Jaipur. 
Opening Time: 9 AM to 4.30 PM.
Entry Fees: Rs. 200/Per - Indian visitor, Rs. 1000/Per - Foreigner visitor 
Time Required: 2 to 3 hours max.
Guides: Guides are easily available. Advisable to take a guide, if you are keen on knowing the history and learning.
Tip: Carry a water bottle with you. Try to wear comfortable clothes and footwear.

Peacock Gate in City Palace, Jaipur

• Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar is at a walkable distance from City Palace and behind Hawa Mahal.
If you love astronomy then Jantar Mantar is must visit place for you. It has 20 architectural astronomical instruments built by King Sawai Jai Singh II in 1738 CE to predict the time and movements of the earth, sun, and planets.  

Things you should know before visiting Jantar Mantar:

Location: It is located in Jaleb Chowk, Gangori Bazar, the main city, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 9 AM to 5 PM.
Entry Fees: Rs. 50/Per - Indian visitor, Rs. 200/Per - Foreigner visitor 
Time Required: 1 to 2 hours max.
Note: Advisable to take a guide, if you are keen on knowing about each observatory instrument.

Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

• Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal is one of the major tourist attractions in Jaipur due to its iconic monument and its most accessible among tourists since it is located near Johari Bazar.
If you are an Art, History, and architecture lover Hawa Mahal is must visit place for you. 
Hawa Mahal also known as the 'Palace of winds", It was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. Hawa Mahal has 953 windows or 'Jharokhas' which are adorned with intricate designs. There's a small museum within the Hawa Mahal building, which has famous items like miniature paintings and ceremonial armor.  

Points to know about Hawa Mahal before visiting: 

Location: It is located in Badi Choupad, the main city, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 9 AM to 4.30 PM.
Entry Fees: Rs. 10/Per - Indian visitor, Rs. 50/Per - Foreigner visitor 
Time Required: 1 to 1.5 hours max.
Tip: Hawa Mahal is mostly crowded due to the small area inside the building so try to visit it in the odd hours to avoid the rush.  

Beautiful Hawa Mahal in Jaipur

• Tattoo's Cafe / WindView Cafe

Once you are done your visit in Hawa Mahal, you can take a break and rest for a while in these amazing cafes, just opposite to Hawa Mahal. These cafe's are in the rooftop, from where you can get the perfect view of Hawa Mahal and city and also, click selfie for your Instagram profile.

Points to know about Hawa Mahal before visiting: 

Location: It is located opposite to Hawa Mahal.
Opening Time: 8 AM to 11 PM.
Must Try: Hawa Mahal Pasta & Hawa Mahal Burger
Time Required: 1 to 1.5 hours max.
Note: If you are planning for fine dinning then I would also recommend to visit LMB(Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar) which is located in Johari Bazar, walkable distance from Hawa Mahal. 

Tattoo & Windview Cafe, Jaipur

The Albert Hall Museum is a treat to eyes with amazingly beautiful architecture and intricate design, this museum is the pride of Jaipur in every measure.The Albert Hall Museum was built in 1876 as a concert hall. The museum gets its name from the Albert Museum of London, because of similarity in the architecture. 
The foundation stone was laid back in 1876, when Prince of Wales visited Jaipur. When it was constructed, the royals and government have no idea about usage of the building. It was initially used as Town Hall in 1880. Later, Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II suggested to use it as a museum for Industrial Arts. 

Points to know about Albert Hall before visiting: 

Location: It is located near Ram Niwas Garden, Adarsh Nagar, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 9 AM to 5 PM and 7 PM to 10PM every day
Entry Fees: Rs. 40/Per - Indian visitor, Rs. 20/Per - Indian Students,
Time Required: 1 to 2 hours max.
Note: The entry fee is free on World Tourism Day, Rajasthan Day, World Heritage Day, and World Museum Day for visitors.

Albert Hall, Jaipur

To end your day 1 trip I would personally recommend you to visit Chokhi Dhani and experience the village kind of feel. Chokhi Dhani is a replica of vibrant Rajasthani culture, art, food, traditions, and heritage. Visitors can experience the village life and learn about the history of the Rajput valor. In case if you are planning to stay around Chokhi Dhani, they have a very good luxury resort Chokhi Dhani Resort where you can book your stay and enjoy the Rajasthani culture and its heritage.

Points to know about Chokhi Dhani before visiting: 

Location: It is located on Tonk Road, Sitapura, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 5 PM to 11 PM every day
Entry Fees: Rs. 700/Per - Adult, Rs. 400/Per - Children
Time Required: 3 to 4 hours.
Note: Dinner is covered in the entry fee. 

Chokhi Dhani, Jaipur

Day 2 Itinerary

• Jal Mahal

Jal Mahal is one of the most beautiful place in Jaipur, It is standing amidst the center of Man Sagar Lake which will give perfect frame one can photograph. 
Jal Mahal was once the shooting lodging for the Maharaja of Jaipur and now it has been converted into a restaurant and entry to visitors has been stopped. 

Things you should know before visiting Jal Mahal: 

Location: It is located on Amber Road, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 9 AM to 4.30 PM.
Entry Fees: N/A
Time Required: 1 hour.
Tip: Plan your visit to Jal Mahal in early morning as it will be less crowded and photography lovers can take sunrise photographs.

Early Morning in Jal Mahal, Jaipur

• Amber Fort

Amber Fort is one of the massive forts in Jaipur. The town of Amer and the Amber Fort were initially built by King Man Singh and later, enhancement made by Sawai Jai Singh. The palace was the residence of the Rajput Maharajas and their families in earlier times.
The fort was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013 and is most popular among visitors due to its rich architecture and history. 

Points to know about Amber Fort before visiting: 

Location: It is located in the outskirts of Jaipur city in NH-8 highway.
Opening Time: 8 AM to 5.30 PM.
Entry Fees: Rs. 25/Per - Indian visitor, Rs. 550/Per - Foreigner visitor 
Time Required: 3 to 4 hours max.
Tip: Advisable to take a guide so that you will know the complete history and don't miss small details of the Amber Fort.

Amber Fort, Jaipur

• Jaigarh Fort

Jaigarh fort is famous for the largest Cannon which is placed at the top of the fort. Jaigarh(Victory Fort) was build by King Jai Singh in 1726 as a defensive structure to protect people from outsiders.   
There is a secret tunnel built underground that connects Jaigarh and Amer fort in case if there is any attack on Amer fort people can use this tunnel and can be kept safe. 

Points to know about Jaigarh Fort before visiting: 

Location: It is located above Amer Fort, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 9 AM to 4:30 PM every day
Entry Fees: Rs. 35/Per - Indian visitor, Rs.85/Per - Foreigner visitor
Time Required: 1 to 2 hours max.
Tip: Use tunnel to reach Jaigarh from Amber Fort

Jaigarh Fort, Jaipur

• Nahargarh Fort

Nahargarh Fort was built in 1734 by King Sawai Jai Singh II to protect the city from invadors but Nahargarh Fort never came under any attack by any forces in history till date. 
Inside Nahargarh Fort lies a two-storey building known as "Madhavendra Bhavan" built by King Sawai Madho Singh, It has 12 suits for each of the 12 Queens of Sawai Madho Singh. 
There are beautiful frescos in the interior of the building and  a connecting hallways to the different rooms. It is built in such a way when King visited any one of the queen others won't able to see it. 

Madhavendra Bhavan, Nahargarh, Jaipur

Points to know about Nahargarh Fort before visiting: 

Location: It is located on Tonk Road, Sitapura, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 10 AM to 10 PM every day
Entry Fees: Rs. 50/Per - Indian visitor, Rs. 200/Per - Foreigner visitor
Time Required: 2 to 3 hours.
Note: Visit Nahargarh baoli where "Rang de Basanti" Movie song "Masti ki Pathshala" was shot

Nahargarh Baoli where the "Masti ki Pathshala" song from "Rang de Basanti" movie was shot

• Padao Restuarant

To end your day 2 trip I would recommend to go to Padao restaurant which is located at the end of Nahargarh Fort.
Padao restaurant offers spectacular view of Jaipur where one can relax and grab some snacks and drinks and enjoy the sunset. 
This is the same place where "Shudh Desi Romance" song Gulabi was shot. 

Points to know about Padao Restaurant before visiting: 

Location: It is located around Nahargarh Fort, Jaipur.
Opening Time: 5 PM to 11 PM every day
Entry Fees: Rs. 100/Per Person (Cover Charge Included)
Time Required: 1-2 Hours
Tip: Visit this resturant in late evening to enjoy the traditional folk dance.

 

Jaipur City View from Padao Restaurant

Night View of Jaipur City from Padao Restaurant

• Shopping in Jaipur

If you are in Jaipur, you cant miss the shopping. If you dont wanna buy anything, then also I would recommend to visit the colorful shops here. Jaipur is famous for the items like jewellary, textile, saris, marble, stone, clay, metal, leather, and specially Jaipuriya Razai. 

Popular Shops in Jaipur:

1. Johari Bazaar - Famous for Jewellery. A must-visit bazaar for jewelry lovers.
2. Chandpol Bazaar - Famous for unique handicrafts and marble crafts.
3. Tripolia Bazaar - Famous for lac jewelry and amazingly designed bangles.
4. Kishanpol Bazaar -  Famous for wood carvings and Rajasthani dyed fabrics. 
5.  Bapu Bazaar - Famous for Mojari shoes and leather products.

Bapu Bazar in Old Jaipur City

If you are a nature lover and want to explore beautiful and Best Off-beat Trekking Places in Jaipur, I have prepared a curated Trek Playlist that you can plan early morning in Jaipur during your stay.

Thanks for reading :) Let us know in the comments section how was your trip to Jaipur? 

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