Day 1: Discovering the Old City and the Majestic Forts
I took a train to Jodhpur early in the morning and checked into a heritage stay close to the old city. I went straight to Mehrangarh Fort, the city’s most famous landmark, after a quick breakfast.
Day 1 Highlights:
Mehrangarh Fort:
- Entry Fee: ₹200 for Indians (audio guide costs ₹180 more)
- Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- This is easily one of the best forts I’ve ever seen. The gates are huge, the views are great, and the museums are well-kept.
Jaswant Thada (5 minutes from the fort)
- Entry Fee: ₹30
- A quiet marble cenotaph with gardens all around it. I spent about 45 minutes here, enjoying the peace.
Clock Tower and Sardar Market
- We took an auto for ₹70 to get here.
- This is the centre of the old city, where you can walk, buy handicrafts, and try local snacks.
Dinner at Gipsy Restaurant:
- A full thali costs about ₹500, which is totally worth it!
- You have to try the Rajasthani thali, especially the Ker Sangri and Bajra roti.
Day 2: Local Flavours, Palaces, and Stepwells
On Day 2, after a good night’s sleep, I went out to see some sights that weren’t too heavy. This day was all about relaxing in cafes and taking in the royal grandeur.
The best parts of Day 2:
Umaid Bhawan Palace:
- Cost: ₹60 for the museum
- Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- This palace is still partly a royal residence and has old cars, artefacts, and beautiful gardens.