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Best Places to Visit in Jaipur in Monsoon

30 curated destinations for monsoon season

Monsoon (July to September) brings welcome rains to Jaipur, cooling the city and turning the landscape green. Teej festival is celebrated with great fervor. Heritage sites look stunning after rain with fewer crowds.

23-35°C
30 Places

Season Tip: Carry umbrella/raincoat, enjoy the greenery and pleasant post-rain weather

Top 30 Places to Visit

1
Heritage

City Palace

Magnificent royal residence showcasing a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Houses museums with royal artifacts, textiles, and weapons.

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
₹200 for Indians, ₹700 for foreigners
Best: Morning hours

Activities: Palace tour, museum visit, photography

Badi Chaupar•5 min walk
Photo of Hawa Mahal
2
Heritage

Hawa Mahal

Iconic palace of winds with 953 small windows, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. A stunning example of Rajput architecture.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
₹50 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners
Best: Early morning for best photographs

Activities: Photography, heritage walk, architecture tour

Chhoti Chaupar•3 min walk
3
Heritage

Jantar Mantar

UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the world's largest stone sundial. An astronomical observation site built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
₹50 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners
Best: Midday to see sundial shadows

Activities: Astronomical learning, photography, guided tours

Badi Chaupar•7 min walk
4
Museum

Albert Hall Museum

Oldest museum in Rajasthan, showcasing artifacts, paintings, sculptures, and Egyptian mummy. Indo-Saracenic architecture.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
₹40 for Indians, ₹300 for foreigners
Best: Evening for night view

Activities: Museum tour, photography, art appreciation

Ram Nagar•20 min walk
5
Heritage

Nahargarh Fort

Majestic fort overlooking Jaipur city. Offers panoramic views and houses the Madhavendra Bhawan palace. Best sunset point in Jaipur.

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
₹50 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners
Best: Evening for sunset views

Activities: Fort exploration, photography, sunset viewing

Chandpole•45 min walk
6
Heritage

Jal Mahal

Stunning water palace in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Beautiful architecture visible from the shore, especially at sunset.

Viewable 24 hours (cannot enter)
Free (view from outside)
Best: Evening for sunset views

Activities: Photography, boating nearby

Badi Chaupar•40 min walk
7
Entertainment

Raj Mandir Cinema

Iconic meringue-shaped cinema hall, often called Asia's finest. A unique cultural experience watching Bollywood films in grandeur.

Show timings vary
₹150-400 depending on seat
Best: Evening shows

Activities: Movie watching, architecture appreciation

Civil Lines•10 min walk
8
Shopping

World Trade Park

Modern shopping mall with international brands, food court, and entertainment zone. Popular hangout for youth.

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Free

Activities: Shopping, dining, movies

Civil Lines•20 min walk
9
Temple

Birla Mandir

Beautiful white marble temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Stunning architecture with intricate carvings.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening during aarti

Activities: Prayer, architecture viewing, meditation

Civil Lines•25 min walk
10
Shopping

Johari Bazaar

Famous jewelry market in the heart of Pink City. Known for precious gems, kundan jewelry, and traditional Rajasthani ornaments.

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Closed on Sundays)
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, jewelry buying, exploring traditional crafts

Chhoti Chaupar•5 min walk
11
Shopping

Bapu Bazaar

Vibrant market known for textiles, mojaris (traditional footwear), and handicrafts. Perfect for souvenir shopping.

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, textile buying, handicraft exploration

Badi Chaupar•8 min walk
12
Restaurant

LMB (Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar)

Iconic vegetarian restaurant established in 1727. Famous for Rajasthani thali, ghewar, and traditional sweets.

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
N/A

Activities: Dining, sweet shopping

Chhoti Chaupar•5 min walk
13
Restaurant

Rawat Mishtan Bhandar

Famous for the best pyaaz kachori in Jaipur. A must-visit for foodies looking for authentic Rajasthani breakfast.

7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
N/A

Activities: Dining, breakfast

Sindhi Camp•15 min walk
14
Park

Central Park Jaipur

Largest park in Jaipur with beautiful gardens, jogging tracks, and a national flag that is 206 feet high.

5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
₹10
Best: Early morning or evening

Activities: Jogging, walking, yoga, photography

Mansarovar•15 min walk
15
Heritage

Chandpole Gate

Historic gate marking the western entrance to the old walled city. Beautiful example of Rajput architecture.

Open 24 hours
Free

Activities: Photography, heritage walk

Chandpole•2 min walk
16
Heritage

Gaitore Ki Chhatriyan

Royal cremation grounds with intricately carved cenotaphs of Jaipur rulers. Hidden gem with stunning marble architecture and peaceful atmosphere.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
₹30 for Indians, ₹50 for foreigners
Best: Morning for soft light photography

Activities: Photography, architecture appreciation, peaceful walks

Badi Chaupar•50 min walk
17
Heritage

Panna Meena Ka Kund

Stunning 16th-century stepwell with geometric symmetrical steps creating a mesmerizing pattern. Famous Instagram spot near Amer Fort.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Free
Best: Early morning or late afternoon for best photos

Activities: Photography, architecture appreciation

Badi Chaupar•65 min walk
18
Heritage

Sisodia Rani Garden

Beautiful terraced Mughal garden built for a queen. Features fountains, murals depicting Krishna-Radha love story, and peacocks.

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
₹50 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners
Best: Morning when peacocks are active

Activities: Garden walks, photography, peacock watching

Badi Chaupar•45 min walk
19
Museum

Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing

Fascinating museum showcasing traditional Rajasthani block printing art. Housed in a restored haveli near Amer Fort.

10:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Monday)
₹30
Best: Afternoon, combine with Amer Fort

Activities: Museum tour, block printing workshop, textile shopping

Badi Chaupar•60 min walk
20
Temple

Govind Dev Ji Temple

One of India's most sacred Krishna temples, located within City Palace complex. Known for beautiful aarti ceremonies and large gatherings.

4:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Free
Best: Evening aarti at 6:30 PM

Activities: Darshan, aarti ceremony, spiritual experience

Badi Chaupar•8 min walk
21
Temple

Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple

Popular hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Built in a Scottish castle-style architecture on a small hill.

5:30 AM - 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Free
Best: Wednesday (Ganesh day) or during Ganesh Chaturthi

Activities: Darshan, panoramic city views, photography

Civil Lines•30 min walk
22
Temple

Khole Ke Hanuman Ji Temple

Unique temple where the Hanuman idol is situated in a natural crevice. Known for granting wishes and miraculous stories.

5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Free
Best: Tuesday or Saturday (Hanuman days)

Activities: Darshan, spiritual experience

Badi Chaupar•55 min walk
23
Temple

Akshardham Temple

Modern grand temple dedicated to Lord Narayan. Beautiful architecture with intricate carvings and peaceful gardens.

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Free
Best: Evening for illumination

Activities: Darshan, garden walks, meditation

Mansarovar•25 min walk
24
Park

Ram Niwas Garden

Historic public garden housing Albert Hall Museum, a zoo, and open-air theatre. Built in 1868 for famine relief work.

5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Free (Museum and Zoo separate)
Best: Evening for pleasant walks

Activities: Walking, museum visit, zoo, photography

Ram Nagar•15 min walk
25
Park

Vidyadhar Garden

Scenic garden named after the architect of Jaipur. Features fountains, pavilions, and is less crowded than other gardens.

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
₹30
Best: Morning for peaceful experience

Activities: Garden walks, photography, picnic

Badi Chaupar•50 min walk
26
Shopping

Nehru Bazaar

Bustling market famous for mojaris (traditional footwear), fabric, and local crafts. Less touristy than other bazaars.

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Closed Sundays)
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, mojari buying, fabric shopping

Sindhi Camp•12 min walk
27
Shopping

Tripolia Bazaar

Traditional market famous for lac bangles, brass utensils, and textiles. Named after the three-gated entrance to City Palace.

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Free
Best: Afternoon to evening

Activities: Bangle shopping, brass items, textiles

Chhoti Chaupar•4 min walk
28
Shopping

MI Road (Mirza Ismail Road)

Main commercial street with branded showrooms, banks, cafes, and restaurants. Modern shopping alongside heritage architecture.

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, dining, cafe hopping

Civil Lines•8 min walk
29
Shopping

Pink Square Mall

Modern shopping mall with multiplex, food court, and international brands. Popular family entertainment destination.

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Free

Activities: Shopping, movies, gaming, dining

Mansarovar•20 min walk
30
Shopping

Gaurav Tower Mall

Popular shopping mall on MI Road with fashion brands, electronics, and food court. Central location for shopping.

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Free

Activities: Shopping, dining, entertainment

Civil Lines•12 min walk

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