Jaipur is well connected on air, rail and bus routes.

Buses of Rajasthan Roadways- both ordinary and deluxe buses ply at regular intervals. Please see Rajasthan Roadways guide for exact schedules. Buses from Delhi start from both ISBT as well as Bikaner House (Pandara Road).

There are Indian Airlines, Sahara Airlines and Jet Airways flights for Jaipur.

Apart from the regular trains from major cities, there is a speciality train “Palace on Wheels” which is available for taking a round the  Rajasthan trip starting from Delhi and covering Jaipur, Alwar, Udaipur, Sawai Madhopur, etc.

Taxi service is available for customised travel by leading Car Rental Companies.

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For flight details see: Jet Airways, Indian Airlines, Sahara schedules

Enquiries : 0141-131
Reservation : 0141-135
For more details see Railway schedules. 

Speciality Trains

There is a speciality train “Palace on Wheels” which is available for taking a round the Rajasthan trip starting from Delhi and covering Jaipur, Alwar, Udaipur, Swai Madhopur. The cream coloured saloons which ornate designs on the borders are complete with all modern day amenities like attached bath, built on wardrobes, central air conditioning with added luxuries of piped music and lounges at the end of each coach for you to unwind.

The Maharaja and Maharani restaurants offer yougournet delights as you savour the changing helms of the golden sands.

The 8 days trip starts and ends at New Delhi for bookings contact RTDC, Hotel Swagatam Campus, near Railway Station. Ph: (0141) 202586.

The Royal Orient: An  experience in itself , this speciality train leaves Delhi Cantt. Halting at the royal cities of  Rajasthan and Gujarat. It is operational between September to April and is no less than a perfect blend of royal pomp and pagentary and modern amenities.

For details & bookings contact Central Reservations Office, Tourism corporation of Gujarat Ltd., New Delhi.

Ph: 91-011-3734015 
Fax:91- 011-3732482

What to see?

Historic

Hawa Mahal (The Palace of Winds):

The Pyramid shaped palace in pink sandstone is naturally airconditioned through the numerous perforated stone screens (jali) dotting its facade. The purpose of the palace was to provide the royal ladies from where they could watch royal processions in the bazaar below, hidden from the public eye. 

City Palace & Museum :

Centrally located in Jaipur, the city palace complex almost a seventh of the citie’s area. The principal enterance is the Sirh Deorhi Aatish gate being the auxillary one. 

Jantar Mantar :

This is the largest observatory among those built by the astronomer king Sawai Jai Singh II in various parts of the country. Also called as the “Yantralaya”. Its various instruments (yantras) were used to observe the movements of heavenly bodies as also to measure the local time and predict eclipses. 

Amer Fort :

Encircled by the pristine Maota lake & enveloped by lush green hillocks stands the majestic Amer Fort. 11 km from Jaipur, overlooking the Delhi-Jaipur highway, the fort used to be abode of the Kachchwala rulers, 7 centuries before Jaipur was built.

It is approached by a step path which may be travarsed on elephant back. The main attraction inside the breathtaking Sheesh Mahal (palace of mirrors), a fascinating view of the Kesar Kyari in the Maota lake can be had from the ramparts of the fort.

Jai Mahal :

8 Kms. from Jaipur is the lovely picture perfect Man Sarobar lake, which houses the wonderful Water Palace (built in 1735) Jai Mahal. 

Maharani Ki Chattar & Gaitore :

The Chattari is a complex dedicated to the memory of the queens of Jaipur. Also, enroute is Gaitore, where cenotaphs of the various rulers of Jaipur have been built. Intricately carved designs and elegant bas relief depicting the tastes of the person whom the cenotaph commemorates impart an aura of grandeur to the place.

Jantar Mantar :

Jantar Mantar is an ancient Observatory built between 1728 and 1734. Each instrument serves a particular function and give accurate readings. 

Nature

Sisodia Rani ka Bagh :

Located along the road of Agra 8 kms from Jaipur, this magnificient garden was built by Maharaja Sawai Singh II for his Sisodiya queen. It also has a palace flanked by galleries on three sides. The beautiful multilevel gardens are dotted by bubbling waterways, fountains, pools and enchanting pieces of scultpture.

Ram Niwas Bagh :

Originally built as a famine relief project the Bagh comprises a zoological garden, amuseum and numerous sportsgrounds. The landscaped zoo, apart from being the home of a large variety of flora and fauna is also the breeding ground of crocodiles and pythons. The Albert Hall museum inside the Bagh has a vast collection of brassware sculptures, paintings, crafts. Et al, reflecting the rich heritage of the city. The celebrated Persian carpet and Egyptian Mummy are principal attractionshere.

Ramgarh Lake :

35 Kms. from Jaipur on NH 8, the sprawling artificial lake enveloped by emerald green hills is an excellent picnic spot. Boating and fishing are allowed and tourist accomodation is available at the Jheel Tourist Village. 

Pilgrimage

Galtaji:

This ancient pilgrim centre lies amidst the low hills which flank the city. A small sun temple located at the highest peak provides a fascinating view of the city below. Numerous temples, pavillions and holy pools (kunds) occupy the sprawling green premises. The natural springs here are said to possess curative properties. The legend is that Galtaji was the place where the sage Galava performed penance 15 centuries ago. 

Jain Temple :

This serene palace of worship of Jains has graceful 19th century paintings lining its interior walls. It is situated on the Agra road.

Moti Doongri :

Located on a hill top, south of Jaipur Doongri, closely resembles a scottish castle.

Lakshmi Narayan Mandir :

Near to Moti Doongri, is the Laxmi Narayan Temple dedicated to lord Vishnu. This white Marble wonder was built only recently.

Others

BM Birla Planetarium

Doll’s Museum

Statute Circle and Planetarium

Important Landmarks

MI Road

Central Bus Stand, Sindhi Camp
Tripolia Bazar

Nearby Places of Interest

Amer Fort and Temple

11 Kms from Jaipur, this is on the Delhi road. This fort is a beautiful structure with some magnificient views. The lake below has facility for boating and the elephant rides should not be missed. The temple is still used as a place of worship by many locals on specific events.

Jaigarh

15 kms on the western horizon from Jaipur lies theis medivial fort, gaurding the city. It has been preserved in good state with all its palaces, gardens and temples intact. One of the largest Cannos of the country “Jaiban” is also displayed here.

Nahargarh

Also called the tiger fort it is situated at a height of 600 feet, overlooking Jaigarh. Much of this guarding sentinels premises is in ruins except some new structures built in 19th centuary. The rooms here provide a spectacular bird’d eye view of the city.

Bagru

It is the haven of textile, the popularity of Bagru prints is world famous. A small hamlet about 35 kms from Jaipur, on the Ajmer Road has become a tourist destnation, after its fabric exports. The traditional Chipa printers continue their three centuries old tradition of hand block printing using natural dyes and treating the cotton cloth with eath and natural dyes.

Sambhar

This world famous place is the abode of the country’s largest inland lake. It is 95 kms. from Jaipur.

Samode

The grandeur of Rajputana haveli architechure is at its flambouyant best evident at Samode. Now converted to a Heritage Hotel, the grand Durbar Hall is its premier attraction. Nesteled amongst the wooded hills, it is an excellent spot for excursion.

Go To Site

Sanganer

Sanganer is 16 kms from Jaipur on the Tonk Road and is very close to the Airport. It is famous for its craftsmanship as well as for its monuments. Sanganeri block print fabrics, hand made paper  and blue pottery are appreciated worl over. The Jain temples here showcase exquisite designs in white marble. Sanganer also, has some remenant ruiins of a fort palace.