Udaipur
Photo: Gerd Eichmann (CC BY-SA 4.0)Mewar's 'City of Lakes': City Palace on Lake Pichola, island palaces, havelis and sunset boat rides.
Slow-paced lake city for 2-3 days: palace museum, a boat on Pichola, evening folk show at Bagore ki Haveli and sunset from the Monsoon Palace; base for Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur.
November: Pleasant; peak season
When to go
Things to do
- Tour the City Palace museum: Ticket includes camera permission (HRH Group).
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola to Jag Mandir: Regular and sunset rides from the City Palace jetty; sunset costs more.
- Dharohar folk dance show at Bagore ki Haveli: About 60 minutes in the evening.
- Sunset from Sajjangarh (Monsoon Palace)
- Stroll Saheliyon ki Bari and Fateh Sagar
- Udaipur ropeway
- Puppet show at Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal: Daily evening show.
- Shilpgram crafts fair
- Day trip to Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur
- Lake Pichola Boat Ride: Boat cruises on Lake Pichola past the City Palace and Lake Palace, with a Jag Mandir island stop on the City Palace-run excursion.
- Dharohar Folk Dance Show, Bagore ki Haveli: Nightly one-hour Rajasthani folk dance show at Bagore ki Haveli's Neem Chowk on Gangaur Ghat, 7–8 PM.
- Take a boat to the island from City Palace jetties: Boat rides may be suspended when lake levels are low; fares unconfirmed.
Top sights
Jag Mandir
17th-century island palace in Lake Pichola, reached only by boat, with gardens, a restaurant and marble elephant sculptures.
Bagore-ki-Haveli
18th-century lakeside haveli at Gangaur Ghat, now a museum with an evening Rajasthani folk dance show.
City Palace, Udaipur
Rajasthan's largest palace complex on the east bank of Lake Pichola, built over four centuries by the Mewar rulers; now partly a museum.
Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal
Udaipur folk-art museum known for its puppet collection and daily puppet shows.
Jagdish Temple
temple in Udaipur, India
Vintage and Classic Car Museum
Collection of the Mewar royal family's vintage cars, including Rolls-Royces and Cadillacs, at the Garden Hotel.
Saheliyon ki Bari
18th-century royal garden north of Udaipur with fountains, lotus pools and marble elephants, made for palace ladies.
City Palace
Pratap Gaurav Kendra Rashtriya Tirth
"Discover the inspiring legacy of Maharana Pratap at the Maharana Pratap Gaurav Kendra in Udaipur. Explore exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia displays showcasing the life and valor of this legendary Rajput warrior."
Udaipur City Palace
A complex of small and big palaces, museums and gardens encompassing a rich blend of Rajasthani, Mughal, Medieval, European and Chinese architecture established in 1559 by Maharana Udai Mirza Singh. One of the most beautiful palatial structures in Rajasthan. It was built by Mahar
Ahar Cenotaphs
The Ahar Cenotaphs are a group of royal cenotaphs in Ahar, about 2 km east of Udaipur. The site contains more than 250 cenotaphs of the maharajas of Mewar that were built over approximately 350 years. There are 19 chhatris that commemorate the 19 maharajas who were cremated here.
Monsoon Palace
Late-19th-century hilltop palace west of Udaipur, inside a wildlife sanctuary, known for sweeping sunset views over the lakes.
Nature and outdoors
Lake Pichola
Udaipur's iconic lake framing the City Palace, Lake Palace and Jag Mandir, best seen on a sunset boat ride.
Fateh Sagar Lake
Large lake north of Pichola with a boat-access island garden, a solar observatory and a lively lakeside drive.
Sajjangarh Biological Park
Zoological garden located in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Maharana cabs
Luv Kush Park
Gulab Bagh and Zoo
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Lake Badi
artificial fresh water lake in Rajasthan, India
Sei Dam
Dam in Rajasthan, India
Sukhadia Circle
A large roundabout in the city's northern suburb of Panchwati, on the road to Ranakpur and Mt. Abu. The centrepiece of the Circle is a large, three-tiered fountain just over 21 m high, with scalloped dishes surmounted by a wheat-ear motif, representing prosperity. Illuminated at
Udaisagar Lake
lake in Udaipur district, India
Swaroop Sagar Lake
lake in Udaipur, India
Mansi Wakal Dam
Dam in Rajasthan, India
Where to eat
Ambrai
Lakeside restaurant at Amet Haveli, Hanuman Ghat, with views across Lake Pichola to the City Palace.
Natraj Dining Hall
Budget unlimited Rajasthani thali hall on City Station Road, a long-time favourite with locals.
Upre by 1559 AD
Rooftop restaurant atop Lake Pichola Hotel with candlelit cabanas facing the City Palace across the lake.
Millets of Mewar
Health-focused vegetarian restaurant near Jagdish Temple using millets and local produce; vegan and gluten-free options.
Savage Garden
Courtyard restaurant in an old-city lane near Gangaur Ghat, serving Mediterranean-leaning pasta, salads and grills.
Cafe Edelweiss
Small old-city bakery-cafe at Gangaur Ghat, popular with backpackers for coffee, cakes and breakfast.
Jheel's Ginger Coffee Bar & Bakery
Lake-facing coffee bar and bakery at Jheel Palace near Gangaur Ghat, overlooking Lake Pichola.
Mocha Cafe Udaipur
City Club Restrobar
Mama Restaurant
Rasoi
Natra Dining Hall
Shopping
Hathi Pol & Bada Bazaar
Old-city Udaipur lanes near City Palace for miniature and Pichwai paintings, silver, textiles, mojaris and puppets.
Spice market
Sadhna: A Women's Handicraft Enterprise
Browse for hand-stitched garments, homewares, and linens. A purchase here means contributing to the income over 1,000 rural and tribal women who are involved in this enterprise. The aesthetic is very western, so you can feel comfortable wearing the items at home.
LakeCity Mall
Mix of national and local retailers: Woodland, United Colors of Benetton, Metro, Nike, Levis, Puma, Wrangler, Just I, Mufti, Lotto, Lee & Cat. Others: KFC, Pizza Hut, Moti Mahal Restaurant, INOX Cinemas, Viking Game Zone, and 7D Masti.
Tibetan Market
Hathi Pole
Food Market
Fatehpura Vegetable Market
Vegetable Market
A traditional market where mostly women vendors sell fresh produce. A fantastically colourful spot for endless eyecatching photographs and people watching. The spice market is also nearby.
Bombino Arts
Famous for handmade granite etching portraits and artwork. You can see the artist working in the store.
Boutique Namaste India
High quality custom-made suits and clothing.
City Palace Museum Shop
A good place to purchase miniature paintings but prices are higher than other shops.
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