JAIPUR BUZZ – Adventurous day out

Sitting on the edge of the beautiful and bright Thar Desert, the city offers an incredible choice of fun and exciting activities for those seeking a beautiful experience of Rajasthan’s rich heritage and culture. And it doesn’t make sense if we don’t say that the warm hospitality of the hotels in Jaipur will make your experience more memorable.

So get set ready for a trip to the Pink City? To help you make the most out of your trip, here’s a list of the top 7 things to do in Jaipur.

1. Visit Amber Fort

Coming to Jaipur and not visiting its beautiful and exquisite forts. Does it make sense? No! Right. Located on a huge rocky hill, the iconic Amber Fort provides you with its giant size and majestic architecture. To make the experience even more memorable, take an elephant ride up the that leads you to the fort gate. Another interesting and fun thing to do is to watch the light and sound show which is held here every evening that brings the history of the fort in an amazing and beautiful manner. 

• Location: Amer, Jaipur
• Fort Timings: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Light and Sound Show Timings: 7:30 pm in English 8:00 pm in Hindi 
• Light and Sound Show Tickets: ₹ 250 + GST
• Elephant Ride: ₹ 1000 for two people

You also enjoy Atv rides in jaipur, where you get atv rides, which you ride and have fun.

1. Soak Yourself in the Beauty of City Palace

Built in the late 18th century, the City Palace is no less than a glorious and a spectacular work of art which showcases history and culture of Jaipur. A part of the beautiful structure serves as the residence of Jaipur’s royal family even today. With its magnificent courtyards, gardens, halls, and entrance gates, temples, the palace is a treasure to explore all these things. It is also a houses to the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum, where you can see the royal garments worn by the kings of Jaipur.

• Timings: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
• Entry Fee: Indians: Rs. 75 for adults; Rs. 40 for children  and Foreigners: Rs. 300

1. Explore the Timeless Charm and Wonderful Architecture of Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

It is considered the most famous and well-known landmark of Jaipur, Hawa Mahal features a lattice of more than 953 small windows and resembles a honeycomb hive.  Designed and made for the royal ladies to watch the everyday life and festivals celebrated outside on the streets without being seen by the public. Remember to plan an early morning visit to enjoy the palace in the golden glow of the morning light. 

• Timings: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm; every day
• Entry Fee: Rs. 50 for Indians, Rs. 200 for foreigners 

1. Discover the Ancient and Historical World of Astronomy at Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

If astronomy and architecture fascinates you then Jantar Mantar must be on your check list of things to do in Jaipur. This ancient observatory is where you can discover and come to know how people determined time using sundials. It also features 18 other architectural astronomical and unique instruments that were used in the ancient times for varied purposes, including forecasting of sunrise and sunset times, discovering the location of pole stars and other celestial bodies.

• Location: Kanwar Nagar, Jaipur
• Timings: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
• Entry Fee: Rs. 50 for Indians; Rs. 200 for foreigners

1. Capture the Splendid and Magnificent View of Jal Mahal, Jaipur 

There’s no doubt that the Jal Mahal is an archaeological wonder and a bliss to tourists eyes. Built in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake, major four of its five stories remain submerged deep in the water, while the top one story seems to be floating on the lake’s surface. Entry to the palace is strictly restricted, but you can take a boat ride available here to enjoy a close view from inside of this stunning structure. 

• Location: Amer, Jaipur

1. Grab the chance to know about the history of Jaipur at Albert Hall Museum, Jaipur

Don’t worry if you are thinking that the palaces and forts are the only historical places in and around Jaipur. Get yourself a chance to step into the famous Albert Hall Museum to witness the land’s rich heritage and history through a treasure of unique artifacts. 

• Entry Fee: Rs. 40 for Indians; Rs. 300 for foreigners