1. Lake Palace

The symbol of Udaipur tourism and a famous wedding destination, Lake Palace or Jag Niwas is an architectural marvel. The palace is situated on the island of Jag Niwas in Lake Pichola and was built in the year 1746 by Maharana Jagat Singh II. It was later converted into a luxury hotel in 1960s and now is a part of Taj luxury resorts. This stunning location has also been featured in many Hollywood and Bollywood movies.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: History, Weddings, Photography.
• Tickets: Museum tour costs 75 INR, Crystal Gallery tour costs 500 INR and boat ride costs 450 INR.
• Opening Timings: Open all days.
• Duration: 1-2 hours.

Things To Do Near Lake Palace

• Have a luxurious meal in the many restaurants.
• Boat Ride in Lake Pichola.
• A tour of this historic heritage site.
• Visit the nearby Jagdish temple nearby.
• Enjoy the sunset at the nearby Lake Fatehsagar.

2. City Palace

City Palace was constructed in the year 1559 by Maharana Udai Mirza Singh. The palace is situated on the banks of Pichola Lake. The palace is a blend of European, Medieval and Chinese styles of architecture. City Palace houses 11 magnificent palaces and they were all constructed during various periods and by various rulers. The size of the palace is awe inspiring with the courtyards, terraces, pavilions, hanging gardens and a lot more. Everything about the palace is magnificent be it the architecture, the antiques inside and the exclusive paintings hanging on the walls.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: History, Architecture, Photography.
• Tickets: 30 INR for adults and 15 INR for children.
• Opening Timings: Open all days ( 9:30am to 5:30pm).
• Duration: 1-2 hours.

Things To Do At City Palace

• Take a tour of City Palace.
• Visit the City Palace Museum (charges separate).
• Enjoy a scenic view of the nearby Lake Pichola.

3. Jagdish Temple

Built in the year 1651, Jagdish Temple is Udaipur’s largest temple. An estimated 1.5 million INR were spent on this stunning Indo-Aryan architectural marvel. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and also houses other shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, Ganesh, the Sun God, and Goddess Shakti. This temple should be visited not only to offer your devotion but also to witness beautiful wall carvings, elephant sculptures and for the stunning architecture.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: Pilgrimage, History, Architecture, Photography.
• Tickets: No entry fee.
• Opening Timings: Open all days (4:15 am to 1 pm & 5:15 pm to 8pm).
• Duration: 45 min.

Things To Do Near Jagdish Temple

• Shop for handicrafts at the shopping complex.

4. Vintage Car Museum

A paradise for all motor enthusiasts, The Royal Vintage Car Museum is a must visit for any visitor. It was inaugurated in Feb 2000 and has become a very popular tourist destination since then. The museum houses many famous vintage cars like the 1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom used in the Bond film Octopussy and many rare Rolls Royce models to name a few. The quiet and peaceful environment here is an added bonus.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: History, Automobiles, Photography.
• Tickets: 250 INR for adults and 150 INR for children.
• Opening Timings: Open all days (9 am to 9 pm).
• Duration: 45 min.

Things To Do Near Royal Vintage Car Museum

• Have traditional Rajasthani thali at the Garden Hotel.
• Vintage car tour.
• Visit the nearby Gulab Bagh.

5. Saheliyon Ki Bari

Built by Sangram Singh II as a gift to queen and her maids, Saheliyon Ki Bari (Garden of Companions) is a beautiful sight to behold. The king designed the garden himself and strived to make it a relaxed place where the queen could relax with her 48 maids. The garden still serves its purpose in many ways and people come to this place to escape the chaos of the city.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: History, Architecture, Photography, Gardens.
• Tickets: 10 INR for Indians and 50 INR for foreigners.
• Opening Timings: Open all days (8am to 8pm).
• Duration: 45 min.

Things To Do At Saheliyon Ki Bari

• Walk through the gardens.
• Visit the museum.
• Have a meal at the multi cuisine restaurant, 1559 AD.

6. Bagore Ki Haveli

Bagore Ki Haveli is situated near Pichola Lake. The 18th century construction was built by Amir Chand Badwa, Chief Minister at the Royal Court of Mewar. The Haveli became the residence of Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore in the year 1878 and hence the name Bagore Ki Haveli. This was converted into museum retaining the royal touch to the building. The museum presents the culture of Mewar. The antique collections include the stuff used by Rajputs such as jewellery boxes, hand fans, copper vessels and so on. The massive building has over 100 rooms and looks splendid with its unique style of architecture. When you are there, make sure you present yourself for the shows conducted here in the evenings.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: History, Architecture, Photography.
• Tickets: 60 INR plus 100 INR additional charges for camera.
• Opening Timings: Open all days (10am to 6:30 pm).
• Duration: 1-2 hours.

Things To Do At Bagore Ki Haveli

• Visit the museum in the haveli.
• Witness the musical and folk dance shows.
• Catch a theatre show at theatre ground.
• Enjoy a puppetry show listen to folk tales.
• View the beautiful sunset.
• Shop for handicrafts, souvenirs and other artworks.

7. Moti Magri

A fitting tribute to the memory of Maharana Pratap and his beloved horse Chetak, Moti Magri hosts a stunning bronze statue of Maharana on his horse Chetak.It is situated on a hilltop overlooking Fateh Sagar lake and also offers some really beautiful lookout points to not only the nearby lakes but also of Udaipur. Visit Moti Magri to know the stunning legacy of events associated with Maharana Pratap and get some really stunning views.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: Gardens, History, Architecture, Photography.
• Tickets: 20 INR for adults and 10 INR for children.
• Opening Timings: Open all days (9am to 6pm).
• Duration: 0.5-1 hour.

Things To Do Around Moti Magri

• Visit the Moti Mahal museum.
• Enjoy the Light and Sound show in the evening.
• Visit the Japanese Rock Garden.
• Visit the nearby Fateh Sagar Lake and Swaroop Sagar Lake.

8. Shilpgram

Set up in about 70 acres of land and situated in the lap of Aravali ranges, Shilpgram is a rural arts and crafts complex set up to promote the traditional arts and crafts of Rajasthan. It provides employment to many rural craftsmen and is a centre of many cultural festivals which are organised here on a regular basis. Another attraction here is an open air Amphitheatre which provides the centre stage for many art festivals. Visit Shilpgram to experience the simplicity of village life, attend art or dance showcases and shop to your heart’s content.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: Shopping, Photography, Village life.
• Tickets: 30 INR for Indians and 50 INR for foreigners.
• Opening Timings: Open all days (11 am to 7pm).
• Duration: 2-3 hours.

Things To Do At Shilpgram

• Eat at the Shilpi restaurant.
• Shop at the Rural Arts and Crafts Complex.
• Visit two museums near the shopping complex.
• Enjoy theatre, art or dance showcases at the Amphitheatre.
• Visit the Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary nearby.

Other attractions nearby Udaipur include Sajjan Garh (Monsoon Palace), Kesariyaji Temple, Sukhadia Circle, Neemach Mata Temple and Karni Mata temple.