Jaipur
Jaipur, the Pink City of Rajasthan, dazzles with grand forts, vibrant bazaars, and royal palaces at a fraction of what similar grandeur costs in Europe. Accommodation, food, and transport are all remarkably affordable, making it one of Asia's best-value heritage destinations.
Why go to Jaipur
Amber Fort
A breathtaking hilltop fortress with mirrored halls, elephant rides, and sweeping views that feel straight out of a Mughal epic.
City Palace
Still partly home to Jaipur's royal family, this opulent complex of courtyards and museums is the beating heart of the Pink City.
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
The iconic five-story honeycomb façade is one of India's most photographed monuments and costs almost nothing to enter.
Jantar Mantar
A UNESCO-listed open-air astronomical observatory filled with giant stone instruments that are as visually stunning as they are scientifically ingenious.
Nahargarh Fort
A rugged hilltop fort offering panoramic sunset views over the entire pink cityscape, far fewer crowds than Amber and worth every rupee.
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Good to know in Jaipur
- Transit: Auto-rickshaws are everywhere, always agree on a price before you get in, or insist on the meter; app-based Ola and Rapido are cheaper and transparent for longer trips.
- Tipping: Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory, rounding up a restaurant bill or leaving 20-50 rupees ($0.25-0.60) for good service is perfectly appropriate.
- Tap water: Do not drink tap water under any circumstances; buy sealed 1-liter bottles for about $0.25 or carry a filtered bottle to save plastic and money.
- Free-entry days: Indian nationals get free entry to many ASI monuments on Fridays, but foreign visitors do not, however, the combined Jaipur composite ticket (~$17) covers six major sites and saves money versus paying individually.