Jaipur District

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Jaipur which includes mountains, farmland and a small town or village
Jaipur featuring markets and a city as well as an individual male
Jaipur District featuring food
Jaipur showing a fountain and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people
Amber Fort showing a city, a lake or waterhole and landscape views

Discover the “Pink City,” a delightful urban sprawl of palaces, temples, museums and bazaars in the heart of India’s Rajasthan state.

Jaipur’s many salmon-colored buildings and temples have resulted in a name: the “Pink City.” Unwrap an urban landscape of vivid colors and history while visiting hilltop forts, lavish palaces, bustling bazaars and thrilling festivals. 

Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded the city in 1727. Its planned layout revolves around the Old City, recognizable with its fortified surrounding walls. Walk the wide streets or travel between attractions cheaply by rickshaw.   

Learn about the lives of Jaipur’s elite women at Hawa Mahal, a multi-windowed palace with a pink façade. Nearby, the Jantar Mantar observatory preserves a collection of 18th-century astronomical instruments. Just a short walk west, photograph the ancient Rajasthani and Mughal architecture of the City Palace. Take a rest in the palace courtyards, surrounded by Persian gardens. 

Take on the bazaars of Old City and work on your bargaining skills with a distinct Indian twist. Find handmade jewelry in Johari Bazaar or discover the affluent mansions of Jaipur’s cotton merchants. The gem carving stalls of Pahar Ganj are well worth a visit. Barter for textiles and sarongs in Bapu Bazaar, or perfumes in Kishanpole Bazaar. Lunchtime hunger can be satisfied at hundreds of curry stalls around town.

See decorative fabrics and traditional instruments at the Central Museum. Later, learn about the meanings of local folk art at the Museum of Indology.

Take an afternoon climb to the Temple of the Sun God, where pilgrims bathe in sacred pools. Watch out for cheeky monkeys while you enjoy panoramic views of the city. Admire the grandiose ambitions of ancient Indians at the Amber Fort. This 16th-century stronghold exemplifies Hindu and Mughal architecture.

Visitors in January will witness a spectacle of fluttering kites at the annual Kite Festival. Jaipur in March comes alive with the Elephant Festival, where you’ll see parades and elephant polo matches.

Jaipur is part of India’s Golden Triangle, a popular tourist circuit including Agra and New Delhi. Visit in winter to avoid the heat of summer and subsequent monsoonal rains.

Where to stay in Jaipur District

Hawa Mahal which includes heritage architecture

Pink City

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

While visiting Pink City, you might make a stop by sights like City Palace and Jantar Mantar.

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Ganpati Nagar

Even though there aren't top sights in Ganpati Nagar, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Ajmer Road. Jump on the metro at Jaipur Metro Station to see more of the city.

Ganpati Nagar
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Malviya Nagar

While visiting Malviya Nagar, you might make a stop by sights like World Trade Park and Jawahar Circle.

Malviya Nagar
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Bani Park

Unique features of Bani Park include the shopping and gardens. Make a stop by M.I. Road or Station Road while you're exploring the area.

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Mansarovar

Mansarovar is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Jaipur area, you might plan a trip to ISKCON Jaipur, Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple or World Trade Park.

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Vaishali Nagar

2/5(1 area review)

Vaishali Nagar might not have many top sights, but Ajmer Road and Sawai Mansingh Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vaishali Nagar
Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre by IHG
5 out of 5
Commercial Plot No 1 Sardar Patel Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩63,175 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
₩63,175
₩82,948 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jaipur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (430 reviews)
"Good property. Just a bit off location due to approach road."

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre by IHG
ITC Rajputana, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Jaipur
ITC Rajputana, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Jaipur
5 out of 5
Palace Road Rajasthan, Jaipur, Rajasthan
The price is ₩113,882 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
₩113,882
₩127,548 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jaipur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (613 reviews)
"ITC has been a preferred choice, it was a great say with courteous staff and great food."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

ITC Rajputana, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Jaipur
Jaipur Marriott Hotel
Jaipur Marriott Hotel
5 out of 5
Ashram Marg Near Jawahar Circle, Tonk Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan
The price is ₩102,794 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
₩102,794
₩115,129 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jaipur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (563 reviews)
"I prefer to stay at Maririott whenever I go to Jaipur for a mumber of reasons. Its very close to airport, spacious comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast and dinner spreads and last but not the least, availability of smoking room."

Reviewed on May 13, 2025

Jaipur Marriott Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Om Niwas Suite Hotel
Om Niwas Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
E - 23, Kaushalya Path, Durga Marg, Bani Park, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Jaipur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
"We enjoyed our stay and loved the breakfast at Om Niwas."

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

Om Niwas Suite Hotel
The Grand Anukampa Hotels & Suites
The Grand Anukampa Hotels & Suites
4.5 out of 5
The Grand Anukampa Ajmer Road jaipur, Jaipur, rajasthan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Jaipur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Hawa Mahal and Sheesh Mahal are ...
The Grand Anukampa Hotels & Suites
The Umaid Vilas Royal Heritage Haveli
The Umaid Vilas Royal Heritage Haveli
3.5 out of 5
Kishore Niwas Tripolia Bazar Pink City, Tripolia Bazar, Modikhana, Jaipur, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Jaipur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Hawa Mahal and Heaven-Piercing ...
Not worth it. Price is outrageous. No privacy.
"No instruction for the direction. It’s not a villa, the property is in a dirty market with small sign outside the building. Small dirty lift with broken buttons. Not a proper bathroom with no shower base, water went everywhere. No privacy, reception desk is part of the apartment, so you never be ..."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

The Umaid Vilas Royal Heritage Haveli
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Jaipur District

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A memorable place to me that I got to meet my good friend who happened to be backpacking there at the same time!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this city!! One of my favorites

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

JLF the best literature festival on offer in India. Vibrant, stimulating discussion, inspiring, festive, entertaining - a wonderful melting pot of awe inspiring writers, speakers and readers.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Good place for friends and don't go during the holidays since all the good hotels will be booked and expensive.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Visit to Choki Dhani was excellent.

5/5 - Excellent

Nikhil

Amazing city .. lots

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