Forts and Palaces of Jaipur - Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

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Stop At: Jaigarh Fort, above Amber Fort, Jaipur 302013 India

Jaigarh Fort is a grand structure perched on the top of the 'Cheel ka Teela' hills in Jaipur. This magnificent edifice was commissioned by Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1726 to protect Amer Fort. The fort currently houses the world's largest cannon on wheels - 'Jaivana' and offers a magnificent view of the Jaipur city.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Amber Fort, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India

The Amer Fort, situated in Amber, 11 kilometers from Jaipur, is one of the most famous forts of Rajasthan. Amer, originally, was the capital of the state before Jaipur. It is an old fort, built-in 1592 by Raja Man Singh. This fort is a UNESCO world heritage site and is also very popularly known as the Amer Palace.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India

Sitting prettily right in the centre of the Man Sagar Lake on the outskirts of Jaipur, lies the splendid and tranquil Jal Mahal. A masterful creation, it is bordered by the Nahargarh Hills. This low rise symmetrical Palace was once a shooting lodge for the Maharajas and now fascinates many visitors from all over the world. It is one of the most beautiful architectural palaces built by combining the Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Nahargarh Fort, Nahar Garh Road, Jaipur 302002 India

One of the largest forts in India the Nahargarh Fort is a charm of Rajasthan and its heritage. The fort holds a rich and amazing history with it as this fort along with two other significant forts of Amber and Jaigarh formed a strong defense for Jaipur city. Situated on the world's oldest mountain ranges, The Aravalli Ranges, Nahargarh Fort offers a spectacular view of the Pink City.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sawai Man Singh Town Hall, NH 8 Bypass Rd, Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Ramchandra Chaukari, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002, India

Not visited by many, the Sawai Man Singh Town Hall is a place which perfectly reflects the impact of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh on the city of Jaipur. The coveted king did a lot for the people of the city and built a lot of monuments including this mesmerizing town hall.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, Jaipur 302002 India

Jaipur’s most-distinctive landmark, the Hawa Mahal is an extraordinary pink-painted, delicately honeycombed hive that rises a dizzying five storeys. It was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city. The top offers stunning views over Jantar Mantar and the City Palace in one direction and over Sireh Deori Bazaar in the other.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India

The City Palace in Jaipur was once the seat of kings as it was from here that they ruled the region. One of the best tourist spots in the city, the City Palace is a vast complex and includes several buildings, courtyards and gardens. The red and pink sandstone in which it is built adds a special beauty to the palace.

Duration: 30 minutes