Most Charming Places to visit near Jaipur under 500kms

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: 240 km

Best Time: October to March

20 Agra Attractions

Known For : India Gate Qutub Minar Red Fort

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: 236 km

Best Time: October to March

120 New Delhi Attractions

Known For : Ganga Aarti in Haridwar Har Ki Pauri Chandi Devi Temple

Situated along the holy Ganges, Haridwar is famous for its temples and ghats where pilgrims bathe to relieve themselves of their sins.

Distance from Jaipur: 483 km

Best Time: Throughout the year

36 Haridwar Attractions

Known For : Nakki Lake Guru Shikhar Toad Rock

The only hill station of Rajasthan, its cool atmosphere and lush green surroundings make it a major tourist spot

Distance from Jaipur: 490 km

Best Time: October to March

21 Mount Abu Attractions

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: 186 km

Best Time: November to February

12 Bharatpur Attractions

Known For : Mehrangarh Fort Umaid Bhawan Palace Camel Safari

Known as the ""Gateway to Thar"" , it is famous for its forts, temples, sweets and snacks

Distance from Jaipur: 351 km

Best Time: November to February

43 Jodhpur Attractions

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: 162 km

Best Time: October to March

26 Alwar Attractions

Known For : Jehangir Mahal, Orchha Fort Ram Raja Temple Raja Mahal, Orchha Fort

Known for its grand palaces, intricately carved temples and striking forts, situated on banks of river Betwa Orchha is a city with a lot of historical significance and a photographers' delight.

Distance from Jaipur: 462 km

Best Time: July to March

16 Orchha Attractions

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: 327 km

Best Time: July to March

34 Gwalior Attractions

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: 224 km

Best Time: October to March

28 Mathura Attractions

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: 133 km

Best Time: October to March

23 Ajmer Attractions

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: 234 km

Best Time: October to March

39 Gurgaon Attractions

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: 334 km

Best Time: October to March

23 Bikaner Attractions

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: 145 km

Best Time: October to March

27 Pushkar Attractions

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: 305 km

Best Time: October to March

19 Chittorgarh Attractions

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

7 Kumbhalgarh Attractions

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: 215 km

Best Time: October to March

14 Bundi Attractions

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: 281 km

Best Time: September to December, February to March

17 Noida Attractions

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

6 Neemrana Attractions

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: 291 km

Best Time: October to December, February to March

14 Ghaziabad Attractions

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: 351 km

Best Time: September to February

6 Nathdwara Attractions

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: 269 km

Best Time: September to December, February to March

17 Faridabad Attractions

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: 165 km

Best Time: October to March

4 Fatehpur Attractions

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: 296 km

Best Time: November to February

4 Khimsar Attractions

Known For : Qila Mubarak Complex Patiala Kali Mata Mandir Sheesh Mahal, Patiala

Today's media hub was once an erstwhile princely state founded by Baba Ala Singh from the Sidhu Dynasty.

Distance from Jaipur: 456 km

Best Time: October to March

8 Patiala Attractions

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: 140 km

Best Time: November to March

4 Nawalgarh Attractions

Known For : Brahma Sarovar Jyotisar Bhishma Kund

Famous for being one of the centre-points of the Epic Mahabharata, Kurukshetra- the field of righteousness traces its past to King Kuru, who laid the foundation of a domain that has its roots on uprightness and benevolence.

Distance from Jaipur: 433 km

Best Time: July to March

21 Kurukshetra Attractions

Known For : Qila Mubarak Rose Garden, Bhatinda Zoological garden

One of the oldest cities of Punjab, Bhatinda is famous as a historical and religious centre dating back to 7000 BC.

Distance from Jaipur: 494 km

Best Time: October to March

8 Bathinda Attractions

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: 381 km

Best Time: October to March

7 Hastinapur Attractions

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: 170 km

Best Time: October to March

4 Mandawa Attractions

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: 255 km

Best Time: October to March

18 Kota Attractions

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: 359 km

Best Time: October to March

8 Panipat Attractions

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: 391 km

Best Time: November to March

5 Osian Attractions

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: 202 km

Best Time: November to March

3 Churu Attractions

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: 170 km

Best Time: October to March

5 Jhunjhunu Attractions

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: 200 km

Best Time: September to March

3 Deeg Attractions

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: 162 km

Best Time: October to March

10 Narnaul Attractions

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: 336 km

Best Time: October to March

8 Jhalawar Attractions

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: 222 km

Best Time: October to March

4 Nuh Attractions

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: 186 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: 54 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: 78 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: 174 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: 203 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: 203 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: 7 km

Filled with vibrant colours, rich heritage, and warm hospitality, Barmer is India's fifth largest district representing the true reflection of Rajasthan. The historic town of the 13th century has earned itself the name of 'miniature Rajasthan'. Rooted in its flamboyant culture, Barmer is a perfect place to visit with your family. The lovely grounds of the town serve as a home to the majestic Barmer Fort and the ancient temples. A visit to Barmer gets more enjoyable than ever if you get to be a part of the Barmer festival which takes place during the month of March. The small mud houses having their walls adorned with folk motifs and colourfully dressed people all together on the sandy lands give you some pleasurable feels of a perfect holiday.

Distance from Jaipur: 454 km

Home to one of the quirkiest festivals you will come around anywhere in the world - Rural Olympics, Kila Raipur is an amazing village whose love for sports and recreation is unmatched anywhere else in the country. The small village is located just 15 km from the city of Ludhiana in Punjab and is like any other village of the state with huge fields of wheat and mustard that stretch as far as eyes can see, and a certain calmness and peace about it, except for the three days of February when the village transforms into a hub of sports, enthusiasm and celebration.

Distance from Jaipur: 427 km

Located just 15 kilometres away from Nainital; Pangot, located in the Kosiyakutoli tehsil of the Nainital district of Uttarakhand is a small and picturesque hamlet. The village is at the height of 6,300 feet above the sea level and is well known all across the nation for its rich and exotic bird life and abundance in other natural treasures. The place seems to have sprung up right out of a beautiful novel- with its greenery, flowers and birds. The area also becomes a hub for photography when hundreds of different species of birds flock here during the harsh winters in the upper Himalayas and settle down here temporarily. A step into the wilderness of Pangot, and you will find yourself in the midst of a remote Himalayan village.

Distance from Jaipur: 453 km

Situated on the outskirts of Panchkula, Morni Hills is one of the most popular picnic destinations for locals and tourists alike. This is the only hill station in the state of Haryana and hence is a much sought-after place. The hills are 1220 metres and have some really stunning views to offer. In addition to being a vista point, Morni Hills is also a great place for bird watching and trekking enthusiasts. Popular birds which are sighted here include Wallcreeper, Crested Kingfisher, Bar-tailed Treecreeper, Blue Peafowl, Kalij Pheasant, Red Junglefowl, Grey Francolin, Quails, Himalayan Bulbul and Oriental Turtle Dove.

Distance from Jaipur: 437 km