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About Udaipur Tourism

In the southern part of Indian state of Rajasthan, Udaipur is a city situated 598 m above the sea level. It is the best place to holiday in Rajasthan. The mind- boggling city of Udaipur is a hub of lakes, magnificent palaces, rich cultural heritage and lip - smacking delicious cuisines.

Let’s show you the mesmerizing beauty of this beautiful lake city Udaipur where royalty, beauty and culture join hands to create a true reflection of incredible India.


Udaipur City of Lakes

Udaipur, no doubt will definitely rejuvenate your body and soul because multiple lakes adorn this city. For this particular reason, Udaipur is also known as ‘Venice of the East’. The lakes of Udaipur are a poetry of charm and enchantment which has been luring tourists for ages.

You would see tourists enjoy a lazy lake day on a boat ride and be lost in the mesmerizing beauty of nature. Some tourists would enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the lakes. Some lakes would give you the reflection of the rich history of the region. Explore best romantic places to stay in Udaipur.

Some lakes of Udaipur like Lake Pichola are even featured in Hollywood and Bollywood movies. Some lakes would take you to green fields and farms, narrow pathways, scenic villages. Some of the most popular lakes of Udaipur are Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichola, Udaisagar Lake, Jaisamand Lake, Badi Lake, Doodh Talai etc. Visiting Udaipur would be one of the best things to do in Udaipur if you want to experience the feel of Venice in India.


Best Time to Visit Udaipur

Summer Season in Sikkim

Summer Season in Udaipur

Summer in Udaipur Starts from March and ends in June. The weather is not favorable to travel to Udaipur because of the scorching heat of summer. The temperature ranges from 23° to 44°.

Monsoon Season in Sikkim

Monsoon Season in Udaipur

Monsoon in Udaipur starts from July and ends in September. The temperature ranges from 25° to 35°. If you love boating and rooftop dining, monsoon is the best time to do that. This weather is an absolute bliss to travel.

Winter Season in Sikkim

Winter Season in Udaipur

Winter is the best time to visit Udaipur. Winter in Udaipur starts from October and ends in March. The weather is awesome for sightseeing and boat rides. The days are soothing to travel but nights are cold. The temperature ranges from 10° to 25°.

Popular Tourist Attractions in Udaipur

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City Palace Museum

It is one of the most popular points of tourist attractions in Udaipur. It is the legacy of Maharana Bhagwat Singh Ji, who built this museum in 1969. Paintings, relics, swords,

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Lake Pichola

Lake Pichola was built by Pichhu Bajanara in 1362. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Udaipur. There are four islands on the lake- Jag Niwas, Jag Mandir, Arsi

Bagore ki Haveli

Bagore ki Haveli

It was built by Amar cahnd Badwa in the 18th century near Gangotri Ghat. Conducted in the evenings, Dharohar Dance Show is the main attraction of Bagore ki haveli.

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City Palace

City palace rises like a sun from the bank of Lake Pichola. It is one of the popular travel destinations in Udaipur. It is a mind-boggling piece of Mughal,

Eklingji Temple

Eklingji Temple

The temple of Eklingji is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built in 734 AD. One must see the charm of this temple during the festival of Shivratri which is celebrated every year

Fateh Sagar Lake

Fateh Sagar Lake

One should not miss Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Udaipur. The lake was built by Maharana Jai Singh in 1678.

Jaisamand Lake

Jaisamand Lake

It is the second largest artificial lake of Asia. Lush greenery all around, marble temples and magnificent palaces reflected in the placid waters of Jaisamand lakes makes

Saheliyon Ki Bari

Saheliyon Ki Bari

It is situated at the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. It is one of the popular tourist attractions in Udaipur. It was built in the 18th century by Sangram Singh for the royal women of the palace.

Gulab Bagh

Gulab Bagh

It is the largest garden in Rajasthan built in 1850 by King Sajjan Singh. One should definitely visit this tourist attraction in Udaipur. The garden has beautiful lawns and is full

Top Things to Do in Udaipur

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Boat Cruise

Boat Cruise is one of the best things to do in Udaipur. Magnificent palaces, sunsets, green mountains will cast their shadows on water which will definitely relax your spirit.

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Horse Riding

Horse Riding at Aravalli Mountain Ranges is one of the best things to do in Udaipur. Enjoy the city sites while riding a horse.

Ropeway Ride

Ropeway Ride

Ropeway ride to Karni Mata Temple will add thrill to your spiritual journey and divine grace.

Shopping

Shopping

Sooth your eyes and satisfy your shopping craving in the colorful Bazaars of Udaipur. Bapu Bazaar and Shilpgram are some of the best places for shopping in Udaipur.

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Explore Monsoon Palace

Gorgeous views of Udaipur and scenic villages and pristine lakes from Bansdara hills is a must do thing in Udaipur. Also enjoy exotic wildlife at SajjanGarh Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Visit Vintage Car Museum

Visit the Vintage car museum to look at old vintage classic car collections. It surely is a rare sight to behold.

How to Reach Udaipur?

By Air

By Air

The nearest Airport to reach Udaipur is Maharana Partap International Airport or Dabok Airport which makes Udaipur accessible from all the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata and Hyderabad etc.

By Train

By Train

Udaipur Railway station is well connected to all other major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Agra, Kolkata, one can also reach Udaipur by enjoying the luxuries of Palace on wheels.

By Road

By Road

Private buses are available from major cities like Delhi, Pune, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Agra. Rajasthan Roadways Public Sector Transport provides Deluxe and AC buses to reach Udaipur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many days are needed to enjoy the best of Udaipur Tour?

In Udaipur there are a plethora of activities to do and numerous places to see. From forts to boat cruise, temples to bazaars, Udaipur will never bore you. At least a week is needed to explore Udaipur completely. However, if you have less time than sightseeing in Udaipur Can be done within 2 days.

Q. Is Udaipur safe for Solo women travelers?

Yes, Udaipur is safe for solo women travelers but one should always be alert when it comes to safety. At night it is not safe to travel alone. Rajasthan is deep rooted in traditions, people are still conservative, one should dress decently in local bazaars and temples.

Q. What are the popular festivals celebrated in Udaipur?

Some of the most popular festivals celebrated in Udaipur are –

  • Gangaur Festival - March and April

  • Gavri Festival - September and October

  • Shilpgram Mahotsav - December

  • Mewar Festival - April

Q. How to reach Udaipur from Delhi?

By Air - The nearest Airport to reach Indira Gandhi International Airport to Maharana Pratap international Airport and from there you can take any cab or taxi.

By Train- Delhi - Udaipur Chetak Express and Mewar Superfast express are the best option to reach Udaipur.

By Road- Private buses are available from major cities like Delhi, Pune, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Agra. Rajasthan Roadways Public Sector Transport provides Deluxe and AC buses to reach Udaipur. NH 48 and NH 58 is also another option to reach Udaipur by Car.

Q. Are debit and credit cards needed for shopping in Udaipur?

Most of the shops in Udaipur accept cash in hand, they will not accept debit or credit cards.

Q. What are some of the most popular weekend getaways from Udaipur for solo trips?

Some of the most popular getaways from Udaipur for solo trips are –

  • Jaipur

  • Mount Abu

  • Chittorgarh

  • Ajmer

  • Jodhpur

  • Ranthambore

  • Jaisalmer

  • Kumbhalgarh

  • Pushkar

  • Bikaner

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Accommodation in Udaipur

Adorned with pretty palaces and scintillating lakes, Udaipur has so much to offer to the honeymoon couples, history lovers, solo travelers, backpackers and families. Udaipur as a tourist destination has something for everyone. It is one of the best places to visit in Rajasthan for holidays.

Udaipur is an ideal destination for a luxury holiday as it is replete with boutique hotels that either fringe the lakes or are situated amidst it. In fact, the city boasts a number of palaces that have been converted to heritage hotels for the luxury seekers to have a glimpse of royal hospitality.

Hotels in Udaipur cater to the needs of all kinds of travelers. From budget backpackers to luxury travelers, Udaipur hotels and resorts give top class facilities and amenities to the tourists.

There are many 5-star hotels and luxury resorts in Udaipur which focus on giving the tourists a taste of royal life. There is also no dearth of Budget hotels for solo travellers and backpackers whose main goal is customer satisfaction by providing decent facilities at low cost.

If you are planning a family vacation or honeymoon in Udaipur, you will get plenty of hotels and resorts that cater to the special needs of tourists. Facilities like open space for children or candlelight dinner arrangements and romantic tour arrangements etc will definitely delight your soul.

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Top Attractions in Udaipur

Udaipur is a royal and regal paradise of Rajasthan. It is very popular for its mesmerizing lakes. It is also known as ‘Venice of the East’. From every rooftop you can see the charm of placid waters of the shimmering lakes which makes Udaipur quite dreamy. Royal palaces to havelies, beautiful markets, magnificent temples to Stunning havelis adorn the city with elegance, royalty and beauty.

Some of the most popular attractions to visit in Udaipur are City palace, Jag Mandir Palace, Dudh Talai, Lake Pichola, Udai Sagar Lake, Eklingji Temple, Ambaji Temple, Jagdish Temple, nathdwara and Charbhuja, Gulab Bagh etc.

Top Activities for Tourists in Udaipur

Udaipur is the lovely place to be in for a perfect holiday in Rajasthan. There are plethora of things to do in Udaipur to soothe our soul yet you will never feel satisfied with Udaipur. You will always crave more and more because it is the most beautiful place in Rajasthan.

Some of the top things to do in Udaipur are –

  • Heritage sightseeing
  • Horse riding at Aravalli Hills
  • Ropeway ride
  • Boat cruise
  • Vintage car museum visit
  • Arts and Crafts of Shilpgram village
  • Shopping at Bazaars of Udaipur
  • Walk at Saheliyon ki Badi

Distance of Udaipur from major Cities

  • Delhi to Udaipur- 662.7 kms (Approx)
  • Ahmedabad to Udaipur- 251 kms (Approx)
  • Jaipur to Udaipur- 429 kms (Approx)
  • Mumbai to Udaipur- 700 kms (Approx)
  • Kolkata to Udaipur - 1867 kms (Approx)

Popular Excursions Tours from Udaipur

Udaipur is the best destination to travel in Rajasthan. From Royal palaces to amazing museums, gardens and lip-smacking delicious cuisines, it has everything to delight your heart. But do you know? Places nearby Udaipur also reveal unparalleled beauty and bliss. There are plenty of Places Nearby Udaipur which can make your holiday one of the best you have ever had. Some of the best places for excursions tour from Udaipur are -

Chittorgarh Fort Tour: It is one of the best places to visit near Udaipur. It is a masterpiece of Rajput spirit and architecture. It is said that Bhim of Mahabharata started the construction of this fort. The main gate of the fort is Suraj Pol. There are two chhatris between the second and third gate built in the honor of Jamal and Kalla who fought for King Akbar in 1568.

Kumbhalgarh Fort Tour: Kumbhalgarh Fort is the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the most popular places to visit near Udaipur. It is the birthplace of a Rajput King Maharana Pratap Singh. Situated at the top of Aravalli hills at 3600 ft makes the feel of Kumbhalgarh the most challenging fort to conquer for enemies. It has 360 Jain and Hindu temples. You must see the Bada mahal and Kumbh Mahal which are the prominent attractions of this Fort.

HaldiGhati Tour: Haldighati is the most popular mountain pass of Aravalli hills which is just 40 km away from Udaipur. It is named Haldighati because its soil is yellow in color. It is one of the best tourist places near Udaipur. It is that legendary place where Maharana Pratap Singh and Raja Man Singh of Amber who was the general of King Akbar fought the battle in 1576. The memories of Maharana Pratap are preserved here in the form of Maharana Pratap Memorial. It depicts the spirit and courage of Rajputs.

Ranakpur Tour: It is a spiritual bliss of India. Ranakpur is famous for its temples. The main temple of Ranakpur village is Chaukhamba Mandir which is dedicated to Adinath - the first Jain Thirthankar. Apart from that one should not miss Sun Temple and Amba Mata Temple at Ranakpur.

Ghanerao Tour: In the Desuri tehsil of Pali District of Rajasthan, the village of Ghanerao is one of the most popular tourist places near Udaipur. There are a plethora of Jain and Hindu temples for self-introspection. One Should not miss temples like Laxminarayan ji, Murlidhar Chaturbhuj Ji, Muchhal Mahavir temple in Ghanerao.

Dungarpur Tour: It is located 110 km away from Udaipur and is one of the most popular tourist attractions near Udaipur. It is most popular for the green marble, stones and mirrors. The main attraction of Dungarpur is Udai Bilas Palace built of green granite. The other popular attraction is Juna Mahal which is built of frescos, green stones and mirrors. Dungarpur also has one archaeological museum which houses some of the ancient stone inscriptions, coins, paintings of 6th century BC.

Travel Tips for Udaipur

  • If you want to enjoy the best views of Udaipur, always prefer Lakeside hotels.
  • Follow the government covid guidelines while travelling to Udaipur.
  • Keep warm clothes if you are travelling in Winter.
  • Dress decently in religious places and local bazaars.
  • Do not share any sensitive information, take food items with locals and strangers. Keep your belongings safe.
  • You might get overwhelmed by beggars at tourist places, don’t encourage them and avoid them.
  • It is better to bargain for the prices at Bazaars in Udaipur.

  • Always keep cash in hand. Debit and credit cards are not accepted most of the time.
  • To know the authentic information about the p;ace , you need a government or any other licensed tour guide. Don’t rely on rickshaw or auto drivers.

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