Udaipur travel guide

Things to do in Udaipur

1. City Palace

   3 h · ₹300 entry

   City Palace is Rajasthan’s largest palace complex, situated on the east bank of Lake Pichola in Udaipur. Built over nearly 400 years by rulers of the Mewar dynasty, it features a fusion of Rajasthani Rajput architecture and houses several smaller palaces within its sprawling complex atop a hill.

2. Lake Pichola boat ride

   1 h · ₹400 entry

   Lake Pichola is an artificial freshwater lake in Udaipur created in the year 1362. It features four islands, including Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir, which house beautiful palaces. A boat ride here takes you past these historic landmarks.

3. Jagdish Temple

   30 min · Free

   A large Hindu temple located just outside the royal palace in the middle of Udaipur. It has been in continuous worship since 1651 and features carved Indo-Aryan architecture.

4. Bagore ki Haveli dance show

   1 h · ₹150 entry

   Bagore ki Haveli is an eighteenth-century mansion right on the waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat in Udaipur. Built by Amar Chand Badwa, a Prime Minister of Mewar, it now hosts the Dharohar folk dance every evening.

5. Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace

   2 h · ₹140 entry

   Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace is a grand hilltop residence overlooking the scenic lakes and city of Udaipur. Perched high above the surrounding landscape, it provides sweeping views of the countryside and the Aravalli hills.

   Tip: Hire an auto-rickshaw or take a jeep from the base to reach the top comfortably

6. Fateh Sagar Lake

   1 h · Free

   Fateh Sagar Lake is a scenic artificial lake in Udaipur featuring three islands, including Nehru Park, a public park with a water fountain, and a solar observatory. Visitors can enjoy a lovely promenade, boating, and tasty snacks from local corn stalls.

   Tip: You can take a boat from the shore to reach Nehru Park situated on the largest island.

7. Saheliyon ki Bari

   45 min · ₹10 entry

   Saheliyon ki Bari is a historical fountain garden in Udaipur built by Rana Sangram Singh for the royal ladies. Located in the northern part of the city, the garden features marble elephants, kiosks, a lotus pool, and a small museum with information about Indian history.

   Tip: Check out the small museum to read up on Indian history during your stroll

8. Ambrai Ghat

   45 min · Free

   Ambrai Ghat is a waterfront ghat on Lake Pichola in Udaipur. Reached by passing through the old streets of the Old City, it features marble boundaries and wide resting seats maintained by the local municipality.

   Tip: Wear comfortable footwear for walking through the narrow streets of the Old City to reach the ghat

9. Kumbhalgarh Fort

   5 h · ₹40 entry

   Kumbhalgarh Fort is a 15th-century fortress built by Rana Kumbha on the Aravalli Hills. It is famous for its massive 36 km continuous wall, which is the second-longest in the world. The fort is also the birthplace of the great warrior king Maharana Pratap.

   Tip: Wear sturdy walking shoes as the terrain inside is vast and uneven

Where to stay in Udaipur

• Lal Ghat (Old City)

  ₹1,500–5,000

  Lake-view rooftops, walk to City Palace.

• Hanuman Ghat

  ₹1,000–3,000

  Across the lake, quieter with palace views.

• Fateh Sagar

  ₹5,000–20,000

  Newer hotels by the bigger lake.

What to eat

• Natraj Dining Hall

  restaurant · veg

  Unlimited Rajasthani thali.

• Ambrai

  restaurant

  Lakeside dinner facing the City Palace.

• Jheel’s Ginger Coffee Bar

  cafe

  Coffee and cakes right on the water.

• Dal baati

  local dish · veg

  Try it with ker sangri.

How to reach Udaipur by bus

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