Known For : Taj Mahal Agra Fort Taj Mahotsav
Home to one of the 7 wonders of the world, Taj Mahal, Agra is a sneak peek into the architectural history with other structures such as Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri and hence makes for a must visit for anyone living in or visiting India.
Distance from Jaipur: 237 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : India Gate Red Fort Qutub Minar
From historical monuments to crowded shopping malls, from Mughal gardens to Delhi University campus, the capital city has multiple personalities making it 'The good, the bad and the ugly'.
Distance from Jaipur: 265 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Banke Bihari Mandir Prem Mandir Radha Raman Temple
Believed to be the place where Lord Krishna grew up, the city of Vrindavan hosts hundreds of Lord Krishna and Radha temples scattered throughout, the most famous ones being Banke Bihari temple, ISKCON temple.
Distance from Jaipur: 234 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Bharatpur National Park Lohagarh Fort Banke Bihari Temple
This city is best known for the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary where quite a few rare bird species flock to.
Distance from Jaipur: 183 km
Best Time: November to February
Known For : Mehrangarh Fort Umaid Bhawan Palace Mahamandir Temple
Known as the ""Gateway to Thar"" , it is famous for its forts, temples, sweets and snacks
Distance from Jaipur: 336 km
Best Time: November to February
Known For : Bhangarh Fort Bala Quila Fort Sariska National Park
Alwar has a unique recognition because of Sariska Van Abhyaranya , Bala-Quila, famous temples and the Kalakand Market
Distance from Jaipur: 161 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Gwalior Fort Jai Vilas Palace Gujari Mahal (State Archaeological Museum)
A historic city founded by king Surajesan, Gwalior is galore with beautiful monuments, palaces and temples, giving this city a majestic charm which speaks volumes of its glorious past.
Distance from Jaipur: 332 km
Best Time: July to March
Known For : Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple Dwarkadheesh Temple, Mathura Birla Mandir Mathura
Supposed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna, Mathura is a city located on the banks of river Yamuna and draws flocks of Hindu tourists every year looking to visit the numerous temples in the city.
Distance from Jaipur: 220 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Ranthambore Tiger Reserve Jeep Safari Ranthambore Ranthambhore Fort
This is one of the best tiger reserves of the country, known to have ""friendly"" tigers
Distance from Jaipur: 192 km
Best Time: October to Apr
Known For : Ajmer Sharif Dargah Ana Sagar Lake Adhai Din ka Jhopra
Ajmer is brimming with natural beauty and is a renowned religious spot for Hindus and Muslims alike.
Distance from Jaipur: 136 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Cyber Hub Manesar Vintage Car Museum, Gurgaon
Also known as Millennium City, Gurgaon is a fast developing industrial city close to New Delhi.
Distance from Jaipur: 225 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Junagarh Fort Karni Mata Temple Gajner Palace
Situated in the middle of Thar Desert, Bikaner is a city of forts and palaces. It is also known for its sweets and snacks!
Distance from Jaipur: 333 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Pushkar Lake Brahma Temple Savitri Temple
One of the oldest existing cities of India, it has one of few existing temples devoted to Lord Brahma.
Distance from Jaipur: 150 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Chittorgarh Fort Padmini Palace Kalika Mata Temple
A historic city, Chittorgarh is mainly known for it's beautiful forts and temples
Distance from Jaipur: 310 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Kumbhalgarh Fort Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary Badal Mahal, Kumbhalgarh
Known best for its huge citadel and a wildlife reserve nearby.
Distance from Jaipur: 345 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Sikar Churu Nawalgarh
Shekhawati is a semi-arid getaway full of open air galleries, enchanting havelis & palaces and legendary forts. This region has been recognised as the ""open art gallery of Rajasthan"" having the largest concentration of frescos in the world.
Distance from Jaipur: 118 km
Best Time: November to March
Known For : Taragarh Fort Moti Mahal, Bundi Badal Mahal, Bundi
A princely state for a princely stay, in the northwest of India, lies the district of Bundi, in the Hadoti region of the royal state of Rajasthan.
Distance from Jaipur: 218 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Worlds of Wonder Water Park The Great India Place DLF Mall of India
A part of the National Capital Region, Noida, with the inauguration of Budhh international circuit for the formula one racing, Sunburn arena where international artists perform, and upcoming projects of one of the tallest buildings in North India, Noida is just busy running towards faster growth.
Distance from Jaipur: 282 km
Best Time: September to December, February to March
Known For : Neemrana Fort Palace Zip Lining Baori
Neemrana is famous for its magnificent Neemrana Fort Palace. It was built in 1464 AD, place from where Rajput Maharaja Prithvi Raj Chauhan III reigned.
Distance from Jaipur: 148 km
Best Time: July to March
Known For : ISKCON Temple Ghaziabad Shipra Mall Drizzling Land Water and Amusement Park
Ghaziabad is situated in the western parts of Uttar Pradesh and in the outskirts of Delhi. Also known as "Gateway of Uttar Pradesh", this city has evolved as one of the most dynamic Industrial cities in the country.
Distance from Jaipur: 294 km
Best Time: October to December, February to March
Known For : Charbhuja Shrinathji Temple Shopping in Nathdwara
Located in the backdrop of the Aravalli hills and on the banks of the Banas River in the state of Rajasthan, Nathdwara is a religious abode for Hindus.
Distance from Jaipur: 350 km
Best Time: September to February
Known For : Baba Farid's Tomb Camp Dhauj Lake Sri Shirdi Sai baba temple, Faridabad
Faridabad is Haryana's largest city and its major industrial hub as well. Faridabad town is the main part of district Faridabad which has two divisions which are Faridabad and Ballabgarh.
Distance from Jaipur: 268 km
Best Time: September to December, February to March
Known For : Nadine Cultural Centre Dholi Sati Dadi Mandir Temples in Fatehpur
Situated in the Sikar district of Rajasthan, Fatehpur is an ancient town, a prominent part of the Shekhawati region.
Distance from Jaipur: 166 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Sand Dune Village Khimsar Fort The Village
Ideal for a relaxed weekend get-away. Main attraction here is their famous Nagaur Festival
Distance from Jaipur: 280 km
Best Time: November to February
Known For : Sheesh Mahal, Nawalgarh Morarka Haveli The Poddar Haveli
Fondly known as ""the land of Havelis"" or ""open air art gallery"", this miniature town of Nawalgarh is located around 30 kms away from the town of Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan.
Distance from Jaipur: 141 km
Best Time: November to March
Known For : Wildlife Sanctuary Ashtapad Jambudweep Jain Tirth
Hastinapur is an ancient town which was the centre to the gloruous tales of the epic Mahabharata and is now an important Jain pilgrimage.
Distance from Jaipur: 418 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Rajsamand Lake Haldi Ghati Kankroli
Rajsamand is a small town in the state of Rajasthan situated 67 Km north of Udaipur with splendid lakes, exotic palaces, valuable historical significance.
Distance from Jaipur: 338 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Ranakpur Jain Temple Sadri Surya Narayan Temple
Ranakpur is a small quaint town immersed with rich culture and nestled amid the secluded valley of Aravalli Ranges in Rajasthan.
Distance from Jaipur: 359 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Castle Mandawa Havelis, Mandawa Shopping in Mandawa
An easy road trip from Delhi, a beautiful city suitably located in the heart of Shekhawati region, often called as an open art gallery, Mandawa is a good getway for people fond of art and culture.
Distance from Jaipur: 168 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Seven Wonders Park Kishore Sagar and Jagmandir Palace Garadia Mahadev
It is one of the most dynamic and picturesque cities in the state of Rajasthan, and an inviting tourist destination on the banks of Chambal river.
Distance from Jaipur: 252 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Tomb of Bu-Ali Shah Kalandar Kabuli Bagh Mosque Devi Temple
Innumerable monuments, forts, temples and its historical connections make Panipat in Haryana a sound tourist destination.
Distance from Jaipur: 347 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Sachiya Mata Temple Surya Temple Kali Temple
Osian is an ancient temple city located 65 kms north of Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan in western India.
Distance from Jaipur: 348 km
Best Time: November to March
Known For : Devgarh Danta Ramgarh Harshnath Temple
One of the most important district in the Shekhawati region, Sikar is safely located in the shell of huge walls with seven entrance gates to the town.
Distance from Jaipur: 114 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Sethani ka Johara Salasar Balaji Tal Chappar Sanctuary
An ancient town, lakes, palaces and forts, an important hindu pilgrimage, the people and rich culture of Rajasthan, Churu is a district with multiple colorful faces of Rajasthan.
Distance from Jaipur: 203 km
Best Time: November to March
Known For : Rani Sati Temple Haveli and forts Khetri Mahal
The vacant havelis, carefully engraved architecture which the monuments proudly put to a tourists' display, Jhunjhunu has many stories to interest tourists, specially history enthusiasts.
Distance from Jaipur: 180 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Havelis Deeg Fort Bharatpur
Falling in the Bharatpur district, Deeg is said to be a part of lord Krishna's Parikrama path. Deeg is known for its beautiful gardens, forts, fountains and palaces.
Distance from Jaipur: 198 km
Best Time: September to March
Known For : Dhosi Hill Jal Mahal Tomb of Ibrahim Khan Sur
The historic town of Narnaul in Mahendergarh district of Haryana claims to be one of the important seats of the Dwapar yuga of Mahabharata.
Distance from Jaipur: 158 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Jhalara Patan Bhimsagar Dam Jhalawar Fort
A place laden with historic forts and beautiful palaces, Jhalawar takes on back in time to an era of glory.
Distance from Jaipur: 339 km
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Kotla and Shiva Temple Temple of Hathor Chui Mai Pond and Water Tank
70 kms off Delhi and at 190 m altitude, the historical city of Nuh traces its roots to the Aryan civilization, and later the Tughlaq Dynasty.
Distance from Jaipur: 227 km
Best Time: October to March
A city, predominantly made of red sandstone, Fatehpur Sikri was founded in 16th century by Mughal Emperor Akbar. Back then it was the capital of his Empire for fifteen years. Now a UNESCO world heritage site and a famous tourist attraction, it is a fine example of Akbar's architectural finesse. Fatehpur Sikri is a home to Jodha Bai's palace , Jama Mosque, Buland Darwaza , and a Tomb of Salim Chisti.
Distance from Jaipur: 206 km
Famous for the historical ruins and the ghost stories, Bhangarh has been regarded as the most haunted place in the country. It is located on the way between Jaipur and Delhi.
Distance from Jaipur: 83 km
Nestled in the Aravali Hills over an area of about 800 Sq. Km covering the grasslands, dry deciduous forests, cliffs and rocky landscape, lays the Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, now known as The Sariska Tiger Reserve. This area was once a hunting preservation of The Maharaja of Alwar. The Reserve is known for its majestic Royal Bengal Tigers. It is the first tiger reserve to relocate the Tigers (from Ranthambore) successfully. As it lies in the lap of Aravali Hills, it holds an abundant amount of mineral resources like copper.
Distance from Jaipur: 127 km
Now known as the Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur National Park is a famous bird watching paradise and is listed among UNESCO's World Heritage sites as well. The 29 km reserve is locally known as Ghana and is a mosaic of dry grasslands, woodlands, woodland swamps, and wetlands. These diverse habitats are home to 366 bird species, 379 floral species, 50 species of fish, 13 species of snakes, 5 species of lizards, 7 amphibian species,7 turtle species, and a variety of other invertebrates. Every year thousands of migratory waterfowl visit the park for winter breeding.
Distance from Jaipur: 188 km
Damdama Lake is an amoeba-shaped natural lake few kilometers south of Gurugram, off the Gurugram-Alwar road. An hour drive away from New Delhi, it has a calm, rural and peaceful vibe about it. Home to over a hundred and ninety species of native and migratory birds, water levels reach as high as fifty feet during monsoons and winters and most of the migratory birds are spotted during these seasons. Damdama lake is the biggest lake in Haryana in advance of three thousand acres and is a perfect place for picnics and on-site training for team-building exercises in addition to being a favorite hangout spot for family outings.
Distance from Jaipur: 247 km
Being one of the many weekend getaways from Delhi, Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary witness a lot of footfall especially from the people of neighbouring areas of Gurgaon, Faridabad, Noida and Delhi. It is home to a myriad of migratory birds and is a great spot for bird watching, especially during winters. It is situated at a distance of 40 kilometres from Dhaula-Kuan in Delhi on the Gurgaon-Farukh Nagar Road. There are approximately 250 species of birds here during the peak season, like in September. During winters, one can experience an excellent picturesque panorama of various species of birds. This sanctuary is undoubtedly a paradise for the bird watchers.
Distance from Jaipur: 232 km
Located on the outskirts of the regal city of Jaipur, Galtaji Temple is a prehistoric Hindu pilgrimage site. Outlined by the striking Aravalli hills, it consists of several shrines, holy kunds, pavilions and natural springs. This majestic temple is situated in the heart of a hilly terrain that is bounded by a beautiful gorge which attracts tourists here every year. Galtaji Temple was built using pink colour sandstone and is a vast temple complex housing varied shrines. Located inside the City Palace, the walls of this temple are beautifully adorned with carvings and paintings that make this place worth visiting.
Distance from Jaipur: 11 km
Eklingji Temple is one of the most popular temples of Rajasthan and is sited at a distance of 22 km in the north of Udaipur. Eklingnath Temple is dedicated to the Lord Shiva of the Hindu religion and its brilliant architecture drives several tourists here every year. This double-storied temple looks magnificent with its pyramidal style of roof and uniquely carved tower. The outer walls of the temple are stretched with steps that lower touching the serene waters. Inside the arena, the main temple is a huge pillared hall or 'mandap' that is sheltered by heavy pyramidal roof
Distance from Jaipur: 376 km
Salasar Dham or Salasar Balaji is a temple located in the small town of Salasar near Sujangarh in Churu district, Rajasthan. Dedicated to Balaji, another name for Hanuman, this temple attracts innumerable devotees throughout the year. Salasar Dham is in a religious circuit of centers of Khatu Shyamji temple and Rani Sati Dadiji (Jhunjhunu) temple and the Salasar Dham (or Balaji). All are located at a close proximity to each Other.
Distance from Jaipur: 170 km
Bateshwar Temples is a famous temple complex situated in the National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary which is about 70 kilometres away from the district of Agra, India. The location of the temples is a major landmark for tourists seeking spiritual getaways. The temple complex is made up of 101 temples and is situated on the banks of River Yamuna. It is known for its religious importance in the country. The temples are dedicated to Lord Shiva or Bateshwar Mahadev and hence are called Bateshwar Temples. The serene temples scattered along the banks of River Yamuna is a peaceful sight, especially during sunrise and sunsets. One may want to sit still and meditate to experience tranquillity. A visit to the Bateshwar Temples is a must for those seeking clarity and harmony in life.
Distance from Jaipur: 317 km
Pilani is a small town situated in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, famous as a hub of several educational institutes. However, other aspects of the town prove it to be worth every visit. Mainly renowned for being home to one of the most prestigious educational institute of the country namely BITS Pilani (Birla Institute of Technology and Science), it is also an unlikely hub for tourists. Grand Havelis and revered shrines are situated in the heart of this quaint town which still reflect the rich saga of the past.
Distance from Jaipur: 225 km