Jaipur : Everything you need to know to plan your trip

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Things to do at Jaipur

Get ready to discover the fascinating city of Jaipur; a city where every monument has a story, and every street speaks of Rajasthan and its royalty. Not-to-Miss:

The Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal): a fantastic tourist attraction you'll instantly recognize for its unique openwork façade - great for photos.
The Amber Fort: an enormous spectacular fort perched on a hill-top.
City Palace: a grand mix of Mughal and Rajput architecture.
Jantar Mantar: an astronomical observatory, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site; interestingly notable for the extra large mega instruments.
Jal Mahal: a floating palace in the middle of a beautiful lake - mysterious and poetic.
Johari Bazaar market: the best place for jewels and textiles; the same place, I enjoyed discovering an expanse of a Sari Marketplace, meant for locals, not visitors.

Galtaji Temple (also called "Monkey Temple"): a sacred and spiritual place of worship, into the hills, just keep an eye out for the curious monkeys!

The Palace of Winds

Jantar Mantar

Jal Mahal

Activities

Every endeavor in Jaipur allows you to participate in the grace and beauty of Rajasthan. There are grand palaces to visit, elephant rides, local craft workshops, traditional shows and so much more that will engage you to learn about and experience the charms of India's authentic culture. The Pink City provides no shortage of ways to immerse yourself in the wonders of Rajasthan.

When to go to Jaipur

The best time to visit is from November to March when the weather is at its most comfortable. During winter the day time temperatures at this time can range from 10°C - 27°C with lots of sunny days exploration of all the palaces, forts and colorful markets without the mind boggling heat. This is also when the tourist season is at its highest, with a number of festivals taking place such as the Jaipur Literature Festival in January and Holi in March. However, if you would like to avoid crowds and have a more laid-back experience at a lower price, then do avoid the peak tourist months whereby Christmas and New Year take place. The summer months (April - June) can be brutal to visit with only those willing to endure the extreme heat (often exceeding 40°C) to make travel simply exhausting. The monsoon season (July -September) offers some relief from the heat but also introduces travel disruption due to rain. If you would like to experience Jaipur comfortably, at an immersive pace and you want to learn about all of the incredible things this city has to offer - then winter months are the best option!

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Global budget

Jaipur, Rajasthan's bustling “pink city”, is as charming as it is inexpensive. Accommodation for two people ranges from 9 euros for a bed in a small guesthouse to 380 euros for a night in a 5-star hotel. A meal in a budget restaurant will cost between 2.4 and 4.6 euros. Dinner for two in a good restaurant will cost between 8 and 15 euros. A 33 cl beer costs between 3 and 6 euros, and a bottle of mineral water between 0.1 and 0.2 euros. Transport won't empty your bank account either, costing between €0.2 and €0.7 for a bus or rickshaw ticket. If you take a cab, it will cost you around €0.4 per kilometer. As for sightseeing and tourist activities, you should expect to pay between €3 and €107. On average, a daily budget for one person costs between €14 and €320, depending on the mode of travel chosen. Jaipur is a wonderful place to experience a royal change of scenery at a reasonable price.

One night in a hotel for 2 people

9€380€1000€

Meal in a cheap restaurant

2.4€50€

Local beer (33cl)

3€6€10€

Meal for two in a mid-range restaurant

8€200€

Bottle of water

0.1€5€

Public transport single ticket

0.2€5€

Taxi ride (per km)

0.4€

Visits and activities

3€107€500€

Average overall budget for one person per day: from 14.00€ to 320.00€

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Itinerary ideas

Visit the Amber Fort and the City Palace to kick off your day in Jaipur, Rajasthan's "pink city", which is about a 30-minute drive from Amber. The Amber Fort is beautiful and has a wealth of lavishly frescoed palaces and large courtyards, but be sure to visit early enough to view the surrounding landscape from the fort's top. Head back into the city to check out the famous Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). You'll love its façade of invisible windows. Then treat yourself to lunch at a local restaurant, and try a Rajasthani thali. This meal is a colourful and flavourful collection of many Rajasthani specialties, and has undeniable "wow" factor as well.

In the afternoon you can enjoy the ambience of the City Palace, (which is also a great visual and cultural half-day adventure) which is a unique royal complex that features Mughal and European architecture as well as the Jantar Mantar, at the same time impressive in its UNESCO status as an astronomical observatory.

After your palace and observatory excursion, you can wander the bazaars on Johari or Bapu Bazaar, both bustling with shops selling jewels, fabrics and handicrafts. You might also want to take in a cultural show if you have time, or have dinner on a roof terrace bathing in the evening view of Jaipur illuminated.

Overall, this is what a typical day out of a city with styles is about - and this itinerary will drop you right in the heart of the city, its heritage and endearing flavours and local effervescence.

Practical information about Jaipur

The capital of Rajasthan, is a captivating place - it unites royal history, bright colors along with a lively mood. The city's international airport serves the area well. Direct flights arrive from several big Indian cities and a few international places. Trains and buses also connect Jaipur to Delhi, Agra as well as other important cities in northern India. To move about town, rickshaws, cabs in addition to apps like Uber are useful plus cheap. Public transport operates, but often too many people ride it. Jaipur stays a very affordable place for your money. It holds many types of lodging, from inexpensive guesthouses to palaces that became fine hotels. You should dress fittingly for religious visits - cover your shoulders and legs. Always carry some cash for small purchases. Remember to bargain in the markets, as that is common. Jaipur shows Indian culture completely.