47 Places To Visit In Udaipur
If you’re planning a vacation to Udaipur, here is a list of places that you can explore on Udaipur sightseeing tour that you should keep handy to explore the glory of the city. Be it a short trip for 2 to 3 days or a week-long excursion, these places are your best bet. These places will give you a peek into the history of Udaipur and richness of its culture. Make sure you visit these on your nxt trip. Take a look at these beautiful places to visit in Udaipur:- Lake Palace: Royale Architecture
- City Palace: Magnificent Site
- Jag Mandir: Religious Place
- The Monsoon Palace: Hilltop Palatial Residence
- Ahar Cenotaphs: Archaeological Significance
- Fateh Sagar Lake: Serene Lake
- Kumbhalgarh Fort: Chittorgarh Pride
- Saheliyon Ki Bari: Beautiful Garden
- Bagore Ki Haveli: Oldest Haveli
- Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum: For Art Lovers
- Shilpgram: Handicraft And More!
- Vintage Car Museum: Automobile Beauties
- Lake Pichola: Prominent Site
- Karni Mata Temple: The Temple Of Pride
- Jawahar Nagar: Aerial Views
- Jagat Niwas: Heritage Mansion
- Hathi Pol Bazaar: Artisanal Products
- Ambrai Amet Haveli: Scenic View
- Tribute: A ‘Tribute’ To Chetak
- Kabab Mistri: A Fine Dine Restaurant
- Jaiwana Haveli: Rooftop Restaurant
- Raas Leela: Lakefront Restaurant
- Doodh Talai Musical Garden: Music In The Air
- Sukhadia Circle: Beautiful Roundabout
- Eklingji Temple: Religious Excursions
- Jagdish Temple: Stunning Marvel Architecture
- Maharana Pratap Memorial: Homage
- Udaipur Solar Observatory: Intellectual Hours
- Crystal Gallery: Royal And More!
- Charcoal By Carlson: Scrumptious Delicacies
- Sheesh Mahal: Gorgeous Restaurant
- Chetak Circle: Lively Vibes
- Jaisamand Lake: Second Largest Artificial Lake
- Haldighati: For History Enthusiasts
- Chittorgarh Fort: Architectural Marvel
- Badi Lake: Picnic Spot
- Bada Bazaar: Market That Offers Everything!
- Gangaur Ghat: Serene Ambiance
- Rajasthali: Government Shopping Centre
- Nathdwara Temple: Illuminating Hours
- Bapu Bazaar: For Udaipur Decoratives
- Mewar Biodiversity Park: Vibrant Flora And Fauna
- Marvel Water Park: Adventurous And Refreshing
- Aravali Nature View: Stunning Sights
- Udaipur Ghat: Mesmerizing Sunsets
- Sahastra Bahu Temple: Seek Blessings Of Lord Vishnu
- Under The Sun Aquarium: Witness Beautiful Fish Swim By
1. Lake Palace: Royale Architecture
The Taj Lake Palace resides by the famous lake Pichola and is one of the best hotels in Udaipur for a honeymoon. This huge lake comprises many islands, including the one, which has the lake palace. It is also one of Udaipur’s best places in the night. A boat ride through the lake that takes you through some of the most popular monuments of Udaipur is a must here.
Opening hours: 10 am to 6 pm
Cost: INR 500
2. City Palace: Magnificent Site
Opening hours: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Cost: INR 30 for adults, INR 15 for children, and INR 200 for camera
3. Jag Mandir: Religious Place
Opening hours: 9.00 am to 7.00 pm
Cost: INR 325 per adult, and INR 165 per child (includes boat ride for 1 hour)
4. The Monsoon Palace: Hilltop Palatial Residence
Opening Hours: Open Daily (8 am to 6 pm)
Cost: INR 10 for Indians, and INR 80 for foreigners
5. Ahar Cenotaphs: Archaeological Significance
Opening hours: 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Cost: Nominal fee of INR 3 per person
6. Fateh Sagar Lake: Serene Lake
Opening hours: 8 am to 6 pm
Cost: No fee
7. Kumbhalgarh Fort: Chittorgarh Pride
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Cost: INR 15 per person for Indians. INR 200 per person for foreigners
8. Saheliyon Ki Bari: Beautiful Garden
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Cost: INR 5 per person
9. Bagore Ki Haveli: Oldest Haveli
Opening hours: 9:30 am to 5:300 pm
Cost: INR 60 for domestic and INR 100 for foreigners
10. Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum: For Art Lovers
The Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum is a folklore museum, which displays the rich folk arts of Rajasthan including turbans, dolls, masks, paintings. If you’re interested in arts and would love to know about the heritage of Udaipur, this museum is a must for you, even if you are shortlisting places to visit in Udaipur in 2 days. Besides, there are regular puppet shows and cultural performances by local as well as guest artists. It is one of the most famous places in Udaipur.
Opening hours: 9am to 6:00 pm.
Cost: INR 20 for Indians, INR 35 for foreigners
11. Shilpgram: Handicraft And More!
If you are looking for hidden places to visit in Udaipur, then you must head out to Shilpgram. Shilpgram is an arts and crafts village, located about 3 km from Udaipur. This sprawling village of 70 acres is responsible for sustaining the heritage and arts of the rural areas and provides support to the artists and craftsmen. Visit this village to witness the rich traditional art forms, various crafts, and wonderful paintings.
Opening hours: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Cost: INR 30 for Indians, INR 50 for foreigners
12. Vintage Car Museum: Automobile Beauties
Are you fond of antique cars? While in Udaipur don’t miss out to visit this Vintage Car Museum. A perfect day out a place for the people who love to admire the beauty of the antique heritage cars. The museum was inaugurated in 2000 and people visit this place to know about the history of these automobile beauties. This is one of the best places to visit in Udaipur, Rajasthan.
Opening hours: Open Daily (9am – 9pm)
Cost: INR 250 (Adult), INR 150 (Children)
13. Lake Pichola: Prominent Site
Opening hours: 9 am to 6 pm
Cost: Adult – INR 300/- per hour, Children – INR 150/- per hour
14. Karni Mata Temple: The Temple Of Pride
Opening hours: 9 am to 9 pm
Cost: Free
15. Jawahar Nagar: Aerial Views
Opening hours: 9 am to 5 pm
Cost: INR 80/- per person for a round trip
16. Jagat Niwas: Heritage Mansion
Opening hours: 9 am to 9 pm
Cost: INR 500 per person
17. Hathi Pol Bazaar: Artisanal Products
Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: NA
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18. Ambrai Amet Haveli: Scenic View
Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: INR 900 for two
19. Tribute: A ‘Tribute’ To Chetak
Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: INR 1500 for two
20. Kabab Mistri: A Fine Dine Restaurant
Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: INR 1000 for two
21. Jaiwana Haveli: Rooftop Restaurant
Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: INR 900 for two
22. Raas Leela: Lakefront Restaurant
Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: INR 750 for two
23. Doodh Talai Musical Garden: Music In The Air
Dudh Talai Musical Garden, also known as Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay park, is a popular rock garden situated in Duddh Talai. The best time to visit this place is either early in the morning or in the evening when you can witness the beauty of sunset. One can admire the expansive view of the city and see Lake Pichola, City Palace and Jag Mandir. This garden is also connected with the Karni Mata Temple via a cable car and is one of the top places to visit in Udaipur, Rajasthan.
Opening Hours: 8 am to 10 pm
Show Timings: 6 pm to 8 pm
Cost: RS. 10 per person
24. Sukhadia Circle: Beautiful Roundabout
After a hectic day in Udaipur, you can go to the Sukhadia Circle where you can unwind. It is a roundabout with a 21-foot tall fountain which was built in 1970. It was named after Shri Mohan Lal Sukhadia, the Chief Minister, to honor him. People visit this place with their family and friends to spend a leisure day and admire the sunset in the evening.
Opening Hours: 10 am to 8 pm
Cost: No fee
25. Eklingji Temple: Religious Excursions
Located in north Udaipur, Eklingji Temple is one of the well-known temples of Udaipur. The magnificent architecture attracts several tourists everyday to this temple of Lord Shiva. Inside this temple, there are three images of Nandi made of silver, black stone and brass. When in Udaipur, do visit this place and take blessings from the four-faced idol of Lord Shiva. The Eklingji Temple timing is mentioned below for your ease.
Opening Hours: 4:30 am to 7:00 am, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Cost: No fee
Reviews | TripAdvisor Ratings: 4.5/5
26. Jagdish Temple: Stunning Marvel Architecture
Built in 1651, the temple is one of the greatest architectural marvels in the city that showcases intricate carvings on the crafted pillars, beautifully decorated ceilings representing the ancient times, painted walls and spacious corridors. Stroll around the alleys and corridors of this stunning temple and soak in the good vibes.
Opening Hours: 5:00 am to 9:00 pm
Cost: No fee
27. Maharana Pratap Memorial: Homage
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Built in the memory of the legendary warrior, this historic site of Udaipur is dedicated to the gallant Maharan Pratap. Situated at the top of Moti Margi or Pearl Hill, the memorial overlooks the Fateh Sagar Lake. The memorial was built by Maharana Bhagwat Singh Mewar to honor the courage and valor of Maharana Pratap. It is one of the best sightseeing places in Udaipur.
Opening hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Cost: INR 20 per person for adults; INR 10 for children; INR 50 per person for foreigners
28. Udaipur Solar Observatory: Intellectual Hours
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The Udaipur solar observatory is considered to be the best solar observing area in the whole of Asia, situated on the island of the Fateh Sagar Lake. The observatory aims to do research in Modern Science and is surrounded by water on all sides, there is a range of telescopes that will give you the chance to observe the sun and other planets.
Opening hours: 9.30 am to 5.00pm (Saturday and Sunday closed)
Cost: No fee
29. Crystal Gallery: Royal And More!
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Located inside the Fateh Prakash Palace, the crystal gallery is a world renowned gallery that is spread across the floor of Durbar Hall that houses probably the single largest private collection of crystal across the world. Built by Maharana Sajjan Singh in 1877, this is a very exquisite crystal gallery that includes perfume bottles, dinner wares, glasses and more that will make you feel like royalty.
Opening hours: 9.00am to 7.00pm
Cost: INR 700 for adults and INR 450 for children
30. Charcoal by Carlson: Scrumptious Delicacies
This is an authentic Rajasthani restaurant that cooks veg and non-veg meals cooked in Rajasthani style. They even have some great options for vegans. Indulge in lip-smacking delicacies in the backdrop of a stunning view of the lake and enjoy the folk music of Rajasthan while you indulge in your meal. Your Udaipur sightseeing experience isn’t complete without trying something on their menu and that too in the middle of the beautiful lake Pichola which also makes it one of the best restaurants in Udaipur.
Opening hours: 7 am – 11 pm
Cost: INR 1000 for two
Reviews | TripAdvisor Ratings: 3/5
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31. Sheesh Mahal: Gorgeous Restaurant
An open air fine-dining Indian restaurant overlooking the lake, Sheesh Mahal restaurant is an excellent choice to indulge in Rajasthani flavours that will elevate your dining experience and enhance your taste buds. Indulge in authentic and contemporary flavours, feel like royalty in one of the best fine-dining restaurants in Udaipur.
Opening hours: 11 am – 11 pm
Cost: INR 2200 for two
Reviews | TripAdvisor Ratings: 4.5/5
32. Chetak Circle: Lively Vibes
A popular market place in Udaipur, it is marked by an iconic structure of Chetak, the gallant horse of Maharana Pratap. The circle is surrounded by various shops and eating joints. You can find several items like folk toys, enamel, dhurries, block-printed materials, and junk jewellery in the market. Visit this amazing Udaipur tourist places that reflect the culture of Rajasthan from every corner.
Opening hours: 10.00am to 7.00pm (Sunday closed)
Cost: NA
33. Jaisamand Lake: Second Largest Artificial Lake
The second largest artificial lake in Udaipur, Jaisamand Lake covers an area of 87 sq km and is surrounded by the Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary and is one of the most popular tourist places in Udaipur. It’s a serene location with lots of peace and tranquility, if you want to spend some time alone reading or just introspecting then make sure you visit this Lake. It is amongst the best Udaipur sightseeing places that becomes even more beautiful in monsoon.
Opening hours: 10.00am to 5.00pm
Cost: No fee; INR 30 for boat ride
Reviews | TripAdvisor Ratings: 4.5/5
34. Haldighati: For History Enthusiasts
History enthusiasts, this place should
be on your list of places to visit in Udaipur. Haldighati is a mountain
pass in the Aravalli range that connects the Rajsamand and Pali and it
is the place where the famous battle of Haldighati between Rana Pratap
singh of Mewar and Raja Man Singh of Amber took place in 1576. The place
gets its name from the yellow colour of the sand which looks like
turmeric (haldi).Opening hours: 12.00am to 12.00am
Cost: No fee
Reviews | TripAdvisor Ratings: 5/5
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35. Chittorgarh Fort: Architectural Marvel
Built by the Mauryan rulers in the 7th century, this fort is a huge structure and architectural marvel that is secured with several gates. Chittorgarh Fort history is one of the most talked about fort because of its splendid architecture. The fortification lies 112 km away from the main city of Udaipur and is a true embodiment of pride and chivalry of the Rajput in the Mewar kingdom. Also, the Padmavati Palace in Chittorgarh Fort is not to be missed.
Opening hours: 9.30am to 5.00pm
Cost: INR 5 for Indians and INR 100 for foreigners; INR 50 for sound and light show ticket
36. Badi Lake: Picnic Spot
Opening hours: 8.00 am to 6.00pm
Cost: Free; Boat Ride- INR 30 for normal; INR 200 for motor boat ride and INR 400 for speed boat.
37. Bada Bazaar: Market That Offers Everything!
Opening hours: 9.30 am – 5:30 pm
Cost: NA
38. Gangaur Ghat: Serene Ambiance
Gangaur Ghat is one of the most famous places to see in Udaipur and why not! Located in the old city on the banks of the gorgeous Lake Pichola, Gangaur Ghat is not just a good place to explore but even a great spot for photography. What is the best part about it you ask? Well, it is the sunset and sunrise views.
Opening hours: 24 hours
Cost: NA
39. Rajasthali: Government Shopping Centre
Opening hours: 8.00 am to 6.00pm
Cost: NA
Reviews | TripAdvisor Ratings: 3.5/5
40. Nathdwara Temple: Illuminating Hours
Nathdwara Temple is a beautiful temple located in the heart of Udaipur city and is a must-visit attraction for all the holidayers who are looking for a serene and religious place in the city. The temple is known for offering mesmerizing views of the surrounding environment and if you are planning your visit during winter months then you can surely capture beautiful moments here on your camera.
Opening Hours: 5:30am–6pm
Cost: NA
41. Bapu Bazaar: For Udaipur Decoratives
Bapu Bazaar is another interesting paradise for shopaholics holidaying in Udaipur. The market is popular for Udaipur handicraft items, vibrant cotton fabrics printed in Rajasthani style, and exclusive jewelry pieces. Bapu Bazaar in Udaipur also offers you an array of street food options and you can grab scrumptious local food here in this market.
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Cost: NA
42. Mewar Biodiversity Park: Vibrant Flora And Fauna
Mewar Biodiversity Park is a must-visit attraction in Udaipur for those who love exploring the unique flora and fauna of the place they are exploring on vacation. This enormous biodiversity park is home to over 500 kinds of plants including 300 to 400 years old Banyan Trees, Mango Trees, and Mahua Tree. The park also showcases a wide variety of reptiles, animals, birds, and amphibians.
Opening Hours: 9am–5pm
Cost: INR 40 per person
43. Marvel Water Park: Adventurous And Refreshing
Marvel Water Park is the first water park in the city of Udaipur and is amongst the most loved places to visit in Udaipur with kids and friends. It is located amid the shelter of lush green trees and is a perfect spot for a refreshing break during summers. The amazing place in Udaipur offers water slides, rain dances, toddler’s lagoon, sky slides and numerous other things that will surely make your day a memorable one!
Opening Hours: 10:30am–6pm
Cost: INR 400 (Adult), INR 250 (Kids)
44. Aravali Nature View: Stunning Sights
Are you a nature admirer holidaying in Udaipur? If yes, then Aravali Nature View is an attraction in Udaipur that you must surely not miss out on your next vacation! This spot gives a perfect glimpse of the entire Udaipur city from a distance and you will be glancing mesmerizing lakes, enormous palaces, royal gardens, and a lot more. It is a popular hiking trail here and if frequently taken by nature lovers!
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Cost: NA
45. Udaipur Ghat: Mesmerizing Sunsets
Udaipur Ghat is a prominent spiritual and religious site in Udaipur and welcomes pilgrims and visitors throughout the year. It is located in the heart of the old city and the area is the hub of popular hotels and homestays. So if you are staying in the old city on your Udaipur trip then do head to this beautiful ghat to witness the mesmerizing views of sunsets and sunrises.
Opening Hours: NA
Cost: INR 200 for boating
46. Sahastra Bahu Temple: Seek Blessings Of Lord Vishnu
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The Sahastra Bahu temples also known as Saasbahu temples is among the best places to visit in Udaipur, Rajasthan. It is located in Nagda village and is home to all the gods. It got this unusual name because a king had this temple built for his wife and daughter in law. If you want to spend some silent time, nothing can be better than visiting this wonderful temple complex.
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Cost: NA
47. Under The Sun Aquarium: Witness Beautiful Fish Swim By
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If you’re on a short visit, don’t forget to add Under The Sun Aquarium in your list of best places to visit in Udaipur in one day. The aquarium houses over 100 different species of fish and other sea creatures like Indoneisan Crabs, Fresh Water Campi and more. Get a glimpse of life under sea here.
Opening Hours: 8 am to 11 pm
Cost: NA
While making a plan to visit Rajasthan anytime soon, make sure to plan a holiday in Udaipur and go beyond the colorful markets and explore this beautiful city of lakes. And don’t miss the chance to visit the fascinating city of palaces and experience the grandeur of the rich Rajput heritage on your next holiday trip! Have you visited all the 39 places to visit in Udaipur yet? Let us know in the comments section below.
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