Top activities include visiting Amber Fort, exploring City Palace, shopping at Johari Bazaar, experiencing a hot air balloon ride, and enjoying cultural shows at Chokhi Dhani.
Must-see attractions include Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, and Albert Hall Museum.
2-3 days are sufficient to explore Jaipur’s main attractions, but you can extend your stay to experience more cultural and culinary delights.
Yes, guided tours are available for historical sites, cultural experiences, and food walks. Private and group tours can be booked online or through local operators.
The best time to visit Jaipur is from October to March when the weather is cool and pleasant. Avoid the summer months (April to June) due to extreme heat.
Jaipur is generally safe for tourists, but it’s advisable to stay cautious in crowded areas, avoid traveling alone at night, and be aware of scams and touts.
Popular markets include Johari Bazaar for jewelry, Bapu Bazaar for textiles, Tripolia Bazaar for lac bangles, and MI Road for handicrafts.
Jaipur is famous for its Rajasthani cuisine, including dal baati churma, gatte ki sabzi, laal maas, and pyaaz kachori. Don’t miss trying sweets like ghewar and mawa kachori.
The best ways to travel around Jaipur are by auto-rickshaws, cabs, and cycle-rickshaws. Many tourists also opt for guided tours with transportation included.
Popular day trips include Pushkar (for its temples and lake), Ajmer (for the Ajmer Sharif Dargah), Ranthambore (for wildlife safaris), and Bharatpur (for Keoladeo National Park).
