Things to do

The City Palace

Pro tip: Do the Royal Splendour tour to see the hidden rooms which are normally closed to public viewing.

Baradari Restaurant & Bar

Pro tip: Head to this pretty restaurant inside the City Palace complex for a regal meal with a view.

Hawa Mahal

A pink and red sandstone palace, right in the heart of Jaipur.

Wind View Cafe

Pro tip: Head here for a coffee and an instagrammable picture, with the Hawa Mahal in the background.

Gaitore Ki Chhatriyan

Pro tip: Gaya Ka Thor (meaning, the last abode of departed souls) is the royal crematorium of the Kachwaha Rajput dynasty of Jaipur. It is a part of composite City Palace ticket, but closes at 4:30 PM.

Patrika Gate

Pro tip: Patrika gate entry is free for everyone.

Amber Fort and Palace

A 16th century palace set atop a hill overlooking Maota lake. Pro tip: Look out for sheesh mahal and front courtyard columns for beautiful photo ops. Amber fort also has a pretty light show in the evening!

Panna Meena ka Kund

A beautiful, 16th century stepwell in the shadow of Amber fort.

GARH the rooftop cafe

Pro tip: Head here for a meal overlooking Amber Fort

1135 AD

Pro tip: Gorgeous fine dining restaurant serving traditional rajasthani cuisine in the vicinity of Amber Fort.

Nahargarh Fort

Pro tip: Head to the Padao cafe nestled within the Nahargarh fort complex, to watch the sun set over the pink city.

Jaigarh Fort

Pro tip: Visit for cooler climes and a panoramic view of the Aravalis.

Jal Mahal

Pro tip: Go for a sunrise boat ride to take in the enthralling beauty of this 18th century sandstone palace built in the middle of a lake.

Sisodia Rani ka Bagh

Pro tip: Head here for a beautiful picnic among multi-tiered gardens and fountains, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1728.

Galta Ji Temple

It's a stunning temple complex with hundreds of macaques, and natural water springs.

Jantar Mantar - Jaipur

Pro tip: Head here to see the largest stone sundial in the world built in the early 18th century

Anokhi Museum

Pro tip: Head to this museum inside a restored haveli to immerse yourself in the world of hand block printing.

MOMH: Museum of Meenakari Heritage

Pro tip: MOMH narrates the story of meenakari in India, tracing its history and development through different time periods, and celebrates the beautiful craft.

Gyan Museum

It's the first private museum in India showcasing collection of ancient scriptures, rugs, royal attire and jewelry by late Mr. Gyan Chand Ji Dhadda.

Amrapali Museum

Pro tip: Discover the rich and intricate jeweled heritage of India at the Amrapali Museum.

Nila House

A series of open studio and galleries showcasing Indian craftsmanship in all its glory.

Albert Hall Museum

It is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the state museum of Rajasthan, India.

Palace Atelier

This is a gorgeous concept store hidden away in the City Palace complex, which also doubles as a showcase of Rajasthan's timeless crafts.

The PDKF Store

Pro tip: Head here to check out Princess Gauravi Kumari's label. We'd also recommend spending time with the expert female artisans at Badal Mahal, the abode of Princess Diya Kumari Foundation.

The Gem Palace

Pro tip: Check out this gorgeous, boutique jewelry store that has been dressing royalty and celebrities since 1852.

Good Earth

Pro tip: Browse through Anita Lal's gorgeous home decor collection at her boutique outlet in Jaipur.

Jaipur Rugs

Jaipur Watch Company

Jaipur Watch Company is India's first Luxury Watch Microbrand.

Khanoom Jaipur

Ceramic pottery studio that whips up beautiful, nature-inspired crockery.

Riddhi Siddhi

This is a great place for purchasing block print textiles.

Rajasthan Polo Club

Pro tip: Pretend you're royalty and watch a polo match in Jaipur.

Pink City Rickshaw company tour

Pro tip: Experience the mystique of the walled city while contributing to a worthy cause, in a whimsical, pink tuktuk. We especially recommend the "Wake up with Jaipur" tour.

Jhalana leopard safari Reserve

Pro tip: Please note that the leopard safari can only be booked via the government website and not through any private vendor. Read more here: https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/destinations/india/book-amagarh-and-jhalana-leopard-safari/ Government website: https://fmdss.forest.rajasthan.gov.in/

Raj Mandir Cinema

Pro tip: This beautiful cinema built in late art deco style wouldn't feel out of place in the Accidentally Wes Andersen coffee table book. Head here to catch the latest Bollywood flick or just to take in the gorgeous architecture!

SkyWaltz Balloon Safari

Samode Palace

Pro tip: For a group activity with four or more members, why not try your hand at cooking secret Rajasthani recipes straight from royal cookbooks, meticulously preserved through generations?

Spice Court

Pro tip: Head here for the best laal maas and traditional Rajasthani food in Jaipur.

Dzurt Patisserie and Cafe

Pro tip: Head here for the best modern Indian fusion pastries by Chef Tejasvi Chandela, who has appeared as a guest judge on Masterchef India.

Bar Palladio Jaipur

Beautiful jewel box bar with interiors designed by Dutch designer Marie-Anne Oudejans. Ranked among the top 50 bars in India.

Native Cocktail Room

Pro tip: Head here for innovative cocktails, which are considered to be some of the best in the pink city.

The Johri Jaipur

Pro tip: Head here for some of the best vegetarian food and interesting cocktails in the pink city. The surrounding Johari bazaar explodes with energy and color, and is not to be missed either!

Paro - Modern India Bar

Pro tip: Head here for small bites and cocktails rooted in desi flavors remade with a modern flair.

Steam

Pro tip: Head here for a Mediterranean meal inside a restored steam train, and to mingle with peacocks of which there will be aplenty on the Taj Rambagh palace grounds.

The Colonnade

Pro tip: Head here for an aesthetic high tea and to pretend that you're in a Wes Andersen movie!

Once Upon A Time At The Bagh

Heritage restaurant overlooking the Aravallis.

Lassiwala

Pro tip: Look for shop no. 312 on MI Road which has been serving lassi since 1944, for the best lassi you've ever had!

Santosh Bhojnalaya

Pro tip: Head here for the best daal baati churma in the city.

Samrat Restaurant- Kings Road

Pro tip: Head to Samrat for allegedly the best pyaaz kachori in the city.

Kesar Sweets

Pro tip: Head here for the best malai ghewar and other Indian traditional sweets in Jaipur.

Bhagat Mishthan Bhandar

Pro tip: Head here for the best doodh (milk) laddus in Jaipur.

Rawat Misthan Bhandar

Pro tip: Head here for the best sweet mawa kachori in Jaipur. The mirchi badas here aren't half bad either!

Laxmi Misthan Bhandar

Pro tip: Head to LMB for the best dal kachori in the city.