Jodhpur Travel Guide

Jodhpur city Travel Guide

This page offers important guidance for visitors to Jodhpur on how to organise their itinerary for a one-day local tour or shopping tour, including information on the main markets and their specialties with prices. Being the second largest city in Rajasthan, Jodhpur is very rich in history and culture. It is a one of the major tourist destinations with many forts and palaces and various well known temples. Jodhpur is also known as the blue city of Rajasthan as many houses there are painted in blue color.  Jodhpur also has many lakes and surrounded by small rocky hills and mountains. It is mostly visited by tourists enroute to Jaisalmer from Jaipur by road.  Famous restaurants and places to eat are also included, along with their rates and specialties. All main tourist destinations in Jodhpur with their entry fees and opening hours are also covered.

Tourist Information

  1. Itinerary for One Day local tour of Jodhpur
  2. Shopping in Jodhpur
  3. What to Eat in Jodhpur
  4. Entry Fees and Timings of Major Tourist Places in Jodhpur
  5. Tourist to Jodhpur and its Weather
  6. Statistics of Jodhpur 2023

 

 

Itinerary for One Day local tour of Jodhpur

Time Tour Activity Suggested Duration Details
9:00 AM Mehrangarh Fort 2.5 hours Very large fort that offers stunning panoramic views of Jodhpur
11:30 AM Jaswant Thada 60 mins Beautiful marble structure built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II
12:30 PM Lunch at a local restaurant 60 mins Enjoy a delicious Rajasthani meal at a local restaurant
1:30 PM Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum 90 mins Magnificent palace with museum, luxury hotel and the residence of the royal family
3:00 PM Clock Tower and Sardar Market 90 mins Experience the local vibe at the Sardar Market near the Clock Tower
4:30 PM Mandore Gardens 90 mins Explore historic gardens featuring various temples, memorials, and greenery
6:00 PM Sunset at Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park 60 mins Enjoy a serene sunset at this ecological park. The park also offers walking trails and viewpoints.
6:30 PM Back to hotel - Back to your hotel

Please note: This 1 day itinerary of Jodhpur can be changed and customized to your requirements or you can spend more time at some tourist places than others.

 

 

Shopping in Jodhpur

Below is a suggested one day shopping tour of Jodhpur

Tour  Time Tour Activity Duration Details
9:00 am Clock Tower and Sardar Market 2 hours Shops offering textiles, handicrafts, spices, jewelry, and more
11:00 am Nai Sarak 90 mins Traditional textiles, fabrics, and garments
12:30 pm Lunch at a local restaurant 60 mins Take a break and enjoy a delicious local meal
1:30 pm Umaid Bhawan Palace Market 90 mins Handicrafts, metal work and antiques.
3:00 pm Sojati Gate Market 2 hours Textiles, fabrics, and tie-and-dye fabrics known as "Bandhani."
5:00 pm Chandpole Bazaar 90 mins Vibrant collection of handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, and traditional Rajasthani artifacts
6:30 pm Back to hotel - Back to your hotel

 

Clock Tower Sardar Market: Many small shops and roadside kiosks offering printed textiles, Rajasthan handicrafts, spices and artificial jewellery.
Prices staring from Rs. 100 onwards and you can bargain from the roadside vendors.

Nai Sarak: Get a wide range of traditional textiles and fabrics. Lots of garments in every quality and material are available..
Prices start from Rs.400 to 10,000/- and as per quality and material. Bargain as per requirement.

Umaid Bhawan Palace Market: Right place to shop for local handicrafts and antiques.
Prices from Rs.500 to 20,000/- or even more if it is an antique. Pricing as per quality and hand work.

Sojati Gate Market: Buy local mult-colored textiles known as Bandhani and more.
Branded products start from Rs.500 and upwards of Rs.5000/-

Chandpole Bazaar: Everything in handicrafts, jewelry and textiles with handmade artifacts and souvenirs of Rajatshan
Prices from Rs. 10,000 and upwards to 5,00,000/-

 

What to Eat in Jodhpur

Mirchi Bada - This is a deep fried snack that is made from less hot big green chilies which are coated with a batter made from chickpea powder. The snack is salty, sweet and tangy and a bit spicy.
Cost Rs.40/- to Rs. 60/- per piece

 

Pyaz ki Kachori - It is a oval shaped deep fried piece of flat bread that is stuffed with species mixed with small pieces of onion and various tangy ingredients. It is crispy and very delicious.
Cost Rs. 50/- to Rs.70/- per piece

 

Jelabi at Janta Sweets - Jelabi is a well known Indian snack that is sweet irregular coiled shaped delicacy.
Cost Rs. 40/- to Rs.60/- per serving

 

Mawa Kachori - It is the same deep fried oval flat bread but is sweet and has pieces of dry fruit and other ingredients.
Cost Rs. 50/- to Rs.60/- per piece

 

Pyaaz Tamater Sev ki Sabji: A part of the main course it is made of Onion, Tomato and an ingredient call ed sev which is normally a dry snack made from spices and chickpea powder.
Cost Rs. 150/- to Rs. 300/- per head

 

10 important tourist restaurants and eateries near popular tourist spots in Jodhpur

Eateries Location Cuisine Type Cost per Person (Approx.)
Indique Pal Haveli, Gulab Sagar Indian & Conti. Rs.  850 - 1300
On the Rocks Pal Haveli, Near Stepwell Multi-Cuisine Rs.  1000 - 1500
Raas Haveli Tunwar Ji Ka Jhalra, Makrana Mohalla Rajasthani & North Indian Rs.  1400 - 2000
Jhankar Choti Haveli Near Clock Tower Rajasthani & North Indian Rs.  900 - 1200
Kalinga Nai Sarak, Clock Tower Veg. & North Indian Rs.  350 - 600
Gypsy Hotel Ajit Bhawan, Circuit House Road Multi-Cuisine Rs.  1000 - 1600
Shandar Sweet Home Sardar pura Sweets & Street Food Rs.  150 - 350
The Curry's Opposite Sojati Gate Rajasthani & Indian Rs.  450 - 750
Janta Sweet Home Nai Sarak, Clock Tower Sweets & Snacks Rs.  150 - 350
Café Mehran Near Fort Café & Conti. Rs.  550 - 900

 

 

Tourist Places in Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the land of famous forts and palaces. It is also famous for its rich heritage and culture and diversity. Some of the important tourist places of Jodhpur are as below.




Mehrangarh Fort

A majestic fort on a hilltop with panoramic views of Jodhpur. It also has a museum showcasing regal artifacts.



Jaswant Thada
Serene marble cenotaph. Lots of intricate carvings dedicated to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.



Umaid Bhawan Palace
A lavish palace which is now divided into a museum and a luxury hotel. Also the residence of the royal family.



Mandore Gardens
Historic gardens with temples, memorials and intricate sculptures with lush greenery.



Clock Tower and Sardar Market
Bustling market near the iconic Clock Tower of Jodhpur which offers vibrant shopping experience.



Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park
Ecological park, walking trails and scenic viewpoints with Mehrangarh Fort in the background.



Chamunda Mata Temple
Ancient temple on the top of Mehrangarh Fort which is dedicated to the deity Chamunda.



Kaylana Lake
Picturesque iconic artificial lake that offers boating and panoramic sunset views.



Machia Biological Park
Safari park home to various animal species and a safari ride experience.



Osian Temples
Group of ancient Hindu and Jain temples with intricate architecture.



Mandore Fort
Historic fort with cenotaphs, memorials and temples amid well maintained gardens.



Ranisar and Padmasar Lakes
Twin lakes providing a tranquil atmosphere and a glimpse into Jodhpur's water conservation systems.



Sardar Government Museum
Museum housing a diverse collection of antiques, artifacts, textiles and weaponry.



Toorji Ka Jhalra
Magnificently restored stepwell which offers unique architectural and cultural experience.



Raj Ranchhodji Temple
Intricately carved temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is known for its stunning architecture.


Entry Fees and Timings for Major Monuments in Jodhpur (Updated 2023)

Destination Timings Entry Fee (Indian) Entry Fee (Foreign)
Mehrangarh Fort 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Rs.  60 Rs.  400
Jaswant Thada 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Rs.  30 Rs.  100
Umaid Bhawan Palace 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Rs.  30 Rs.  100
Mandore Gardens 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Rs.  20 Rs.  100
Clock Tower and Sardar Market 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Free Free
Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM Rs.  100 Rs.  200
Chamunda Mata Temple 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Free Free
Kaylana Lake 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Rs.  10 Rs.  50
Machia Biological Park 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Rs.  30 Rs.  300
Osian Temples Sunrise - Sunset Rs.  30 Rs.  100
Mandore Fort 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Rs.  50 Rs.  100
Ranisar and Padmasar Lakes Sunrise - Sunset Free Free
Sardar Government Museum 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Rs.  5 Rs.  100
Toorji Ka Jhalra 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Free Free
Raj Ranchhodji Temple 5:00 AM - 12:00 PM
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Free Free

 

Tourist Inflow, Average Temperature, and Comfort Level in Jodhpur

Month Tourist Inflow Avg. Temp. (°C) Rain (mm) Comfort Level
January High 20°C 5 mm Good
February High 22°C 3 mm Good
March High 29°C 5 mm Warm
April High 35°C 6 mm Warm
May Low 39°C 15 mm Hot
June Low 41°C 24 mm Hot
July Low 36°C 109 mm Hot
August Low 35°C 106 mm Hot
Sept. Low 34°C 65 mm Hot
October High 32°C 25 mm Warm
Nov. High 27°C 2 mm Good
Dec. High 22°C 1 mm Good

 

Statistics of Jodhpur as of 2023

Population:
Jodhpur's population as of 2023 is estimated to be around 16 Lakhs (1.6 million). By this it means it is not a very populated city.

Language
Hindi, Marwari and Rajasthani languages are commonly spoken in Jodhpur but urban people somewhat understand English.

Religion
Like most of Rajasthan, Jodhpur also  has a diverse religious landscape. Hinduism is a commonly practiced religion which is followed by Islam. Smaller communities of Sikhs, Jains, and Christians also exist.

Economy
The economy of Jodhpur is majorly tourism, handicrafts, agriculture and trade. The city is famous for its traditional handicrafts which includes textiles, jeellery, and leather goods..

 

 

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