Jaipur: A 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Amer Fort
    30 minutes (11.6 km) from Jaipur city centre

    Amer Fort, also known as Amber Fort, is a beautiful sandstone fortress situated on a hill overlooking Maota Lake. The fort has a unique blend of Hindu and Rajput architecture. Take a guided tour to learn about the history of the fort and its various sections including the Diwan-i-Aam and the Sheesh Mahal.

  2. Day 2: City Palace and Jantar Mantar
    10 minutes (5.6 km) from Amer Fort

    The City Palace is a magnificent palace complex that contains a museum, gardens, and courtyards. Take a guided tour to learn about the history of the palace and its various sections including the Chandra Mahal and the Diwan-i-Khas. Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observation site that contains several instruments that were used to measure time, position, and distances of celestial objects.

  3. Day 3: Albert Hall Museum and Hawa Mahal
    15 minutes (4.5 km) from City Palace

    Albert Hall Museum is a beautiful building designed in Indo-Saracenic style that houses a vast collection of artefacts, paintings, and sculptures. Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds, is a unique pink sandstone construction with a honeycomb-like façade. The palace was designed to allow the royal ladies to watch the street festivals without being seen.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Amer Fort (3 hours, INR 100)
  • City Palace (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Jantar Mantar (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Albert Hall Museum (2 hours, INR 150)
  • Hawa Mahal (30 minutes, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 700

Useful Tips

If you have an extra day, visit the Nahargarh Fort for a beautiful sunset view of Jaipur. For foodies, take a food tour to explore the delicious Rajasthani cuisine. If you have less time, skip Albert Hall Museum and spend more time at Amer Fort and City Palace.

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