Jaipur
Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called the Old City, or “Pink City” for its trademark building color. At the center of its stately street grid (notable in India) stands the opulent, colonnaded City Palace complex. With gardens, courtyards and museums, part of it is still a royal residence. Here is the VHS City Guide to Jaipur, Rajasthan in India.
STAY
RAMBAGH PALACE
Once the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, Rambagh Palace remains one of the city’s most iconic stays. Managed by Taj Hotels, the sprawling palace sits within manicured Mughal gardens and offers opulent suites, grand courtyards, and some of the most celebrated dining rooms in Rajasthan. Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur 302005, India; tajhotels.com
SAWAI MAN MAHAL
Located within the Rambagh Palace estate, Sawai Man Mahal offers a more intimate interpretation of royal living inspired by the travels of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II. Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur 302005, India; tajhotels.com
RAJMAHAL PALACE RAAS
A glamorous heritage palace once home to the Jaipur royal family, Rajmahal Palace has been reimagined by RAAS Hotels as a whimsical boutique retreat filled with lush gardens and maximalist interiors. Sardar Patel Marg, Jaipur 302001, India; raashotels.com
THE OBEROI RAJVILAS
Spread across 32 acres of landscaped gardens and reflecting pools, The Oberoi Rajvilas recreates the grandeur of a traditional Rajasthani fort with luxury tents and villas. Babaji Ka Modh, Goner Road, Jaipur 302031, India; oberoihotels.com
THE LEELA PALACE JAIPUR
A grand palace hotel located at the foothills of the Aravalli Hills blending royal architecture with contemporary hospitality. Delhi Jaipur Highway NH11, Kukas, Jaipur 302028, India; theleela.com
AMANBAGH
A tranquil Mughal-inspired retreat surrounded by desert landscapes and rural villages outside Jaipur. Ajabgarh, Alwar District, Rajasthan 301027, India; aman.com
JAI MAHAL PALACE
An 18th-century Indo-Saracenic palace set within 18 acres of landscaped gardens in the heart of Jaipur. Jacob Road, Civil Lines, Jaipur 302006, India; tajhotels.com
THE JOHRI
A striking boutique hotel located in a restored 19th-century haveli in Johri Bazaar combining heritage architecture with contemporary design.
MSB Ka Rasta, Johri Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, India; thejohri.com
47 JOBNER BAGH
A boutique heritage hotel blending traditional Rajasthani architecture with contemporary interiors. 47 Jobner Bagh, Jaipur 302006, India; 47jobnerbagh.com
NAMLI HAUS
A charming boutique guesthouse set within a restored haveli offering a quiet retreat in Jaipur’s residential quarters. Namli House, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; namlihaus.com
28 KOTHI
Tucked in a quiet residential neighbourhood away from the bustle of MI Road, this villa was originally built by French architect Georges Floret for guests of legendary jeweller Munnu Kasliwal. Reopened as a five-room boutique hotel by Siddharth Kasliwal and Abhishek Honawar, it blends mid-century modern design with playful Rajasthani elegance. 28 Shivaji Nagar, Civil Lines, Jaipur 302006, India; 28kothi.com
SAMODE HAVELI
A beautifully restored heritage haveli in Jaipur’s old city featuring frescoed courtyards and royal architecture. Gangapole Road, Jaipur 302002, India; samode.com
ITC RAJPUTANA
A grand luxury hotel inspired by the traditional havelis of Rajasthan and known for its celebrated restaurant Peshawari. Palace Road, Jaipur 302006, India; itchotels.com
RAJASTHAN PALACE HOTEL
A heritage-style hotel combining traditional Rajasthani architecture with modern hospitality. 3 Peelwa Garden, Moti Doongri Road, Jaipur 302004, India; hotelrajasthanpalace.com
THE RAJ PALACE
One of the oldest palaces in Jaipur, now transformed into a luxurious heritage hotel with ornate interiors and royal suites. Amer Road, Jaipur 302002, India; rajpalace.com
NARAIN NIWAS PALACE
A charming heritage palace surrounded by gardens and home to iconic destinations including Bar Palladio and Shikhaar Bagh. Kanota Bagh, Narayan Singh Circle, Jaipur 302004, India; narainniwas.com
DERA AMER
A design-forward boutique hotel blending Scandinavian minimalism with Rajasthani architecture. Delwara Road, Amer, Jaipur 302028, India; deramer.com
ABODE BOUTIQUE HOTELS
A contemporary hospitality concept offering design-forward boutique stays in Jaipur. Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; abodeboutiquehotels.com
TAJ AMER
A luxurious hilltop palace resort overlooking Amer Fort and Maota Lake. Amer Road, Jaipur 302028, India; tajhotels.com
DIGGI PALACE
A historic heritage mansion famous for hosting the Jaipur Literature Festival each year. Shivaji Marg, C Scheme, Jaipur 302004, India; diggipalace.com
PADMAA JAIPUR
A boutique design hotel combining contemporary interiors with traditional architecture. Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; padmaajaipur.com
ROSE AMER
A romantic boutique hotel overlooking Amer Fort known for its pastel interiors and elegant terraces. Amer Road, Jaipur 302028, India; roseamer.com
FAIRMONT JAIPUR
A grand palace-inspired resort combining Mughal and Rajput architecture set against the Aravalli hills. Kukas, Jaipur 302028, India; fairmont.com
MUNDOTA FORT AND PALACE
A dramatic heritage fort hotel located outside Jaipur offering panoramic desert views. Mundota Village, Jaipur District, Rajasthan, India; mundotafort.com
RAFFLES JAIPUR
A newly opened luxury palace hotel blending Mughal architecture with contemporary hospitality. Kukas, Jaipur 302028, India; raffles.com
FORT ALILA BISHANGARH
A restored 230-year-old warrior fort perched above granite hills between Jaipur and Delhi. Village Bishangarh, Rajasthan 303104, India; alilahotels.com
VILLA PALLADIO
Designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans, this boutique hotel blends Italian design inspiration with Rajasthani architecture. Sisodia Rani Garden Road, Jaipur 302002, India; villa-palladio-jaipur.com
ANANTARA JEWEL BAGH JAIPUR
Anantara’s palatial luxury resort offering Mughal-inspired gardens, grand courtyards, and refined hospitality. Kukas, Jaipur 302028, India; anantara.com
SUJÁN RAJMAHAL PALACE Arguably the most beautiful hotel interiors in Jaipur, SUJÁN Rajmahal Palace feels like stepping onto a Wes Anderson film set. Once the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, the palace has been restored with bold colors, hand-painted murals, and Art Deco details that make every room feel theatrical yet intimate. Sardar Patel Marg, Shivaji Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; sujanluxury.com/rajmahal-palace-jaipur/
ROYAL HERITAGE HAVELIAn elegant eighteenth-century hunting lodge turned boutique hotel in Jaipur’s quieter Khatipura neighborhood. The property is best known for its beautiful courtyard setting and the restaurant Kigelia Court, where traditional royal family recipes are revived in a relaxed garden atmosphere. Plot No. 116 & 117, Khatipura Tiraya, Khatipura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302012; royalheritagehaveli.com/
DINE | DRINK
1135 AD A regal dining room inside Amer Fort known for its ornate interiors and Mughlai-Rajasthani menu. Dining here feels like stepping into a royal court overlooking the historic fort complex. Level 2, Jaleb Chowk, Amer Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028
1835 An aristocratic cocktail bar inside Sawai Man Mahal inspired by Maharaja Sawai Man Singh’s travels to Spain. The setting resembles a classic English club filled with books and royal memorabilia. Sawai Man Mahal, Bhawani Singh Road, Rambagh, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; tajhotels.com/en-in/taj/sawai-man-mahal-jaipur/restaurants/1835/
1932 TREVI A dramatic Italian restaurant spread across candlelit courtyards with a Trevi fountain replica. One of the most visually theatrical dining destinations in Jaipur. 100 Santha House, Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017; https://1932trevi.com/
51 SHADES OF PINK An elegant dining room at Rajmahal Palace offering refined Rajasthani and Indian cuisine. The glamorous interiors reflect the grandeur of Jaipur’s royal residences. Rajmahal Palace RAAS Jaipur, Sardar Patel Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; raashotels.com/rajmahal-palace-jaipur
ANJUM The celestial-themed cocktail bar at Fairmont Jaipur known for its impressive gin collection and botanical cocktails. A glamorous spot slightly outside the city but worth the trip. Fairmont Jaipur, RIICO Industrial Area, Kukas, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; fairmont.com/jaipur/dining/anjum/
ANOKHA GAON A cultural village showcasing traditional Rajasthani food and hospitality. Visitors can experience regional cuisine alongside crafts, music, and rural traditions. Jodala Pawar House, Sikar Road, Harmada, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302013; anokhagaon.com
ANOKHI CAFÉ A beloved vegetarian café known for fresh salads, healthy brunch dishes, and excellent baked goods. The calm courtyard makes it a perfect daytime stop. KK Square, Prithviraj Road, C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; anokhi.com/pages/anokhi-cafe
BAR PALLADIO Perhaps Jaipur’s most iconic restaurant and cocktail bar, famous for its electric-blue interiors designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans. The candlelit gardens of Narain Niwas Palace create an unforgettable evening setting. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Narayan Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302004; bar-palladio.com
BARADARI A sophisticated restaurant located inside the City Palace complex. The pavilion setting blends contemporary cuisine with Rajasthani flavors. City Palace, Jaleb Chowk, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002; citypalace.org
BOMBAY MISHTHAN BHANDAR A classic Jaipur sweet shop famous for traditional desserts and winter specialties like meetha sikora doodh. A beloved stop for sweets and snacks. MI Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; https://bmbsweets.com/
CAFÉ WHITE SAGE A mindful café run by the Meraaki Kitchen team focusing on seasonal vegetarian dishes. Known for creative fusion cooking and excellent hot chocolate. 27 Madrampura, Civil Lines, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006; meraakikitchen.com/white-sage/
CHOKHI DHANI A famous Rajasthani cultural village offering traditional cuisine and folk performances. Known especially for dal baati churma. 12 Mile Tonk Road, Sitapura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 303905; chokhidhani.com
COFFEE ROASTERY A popular specialty café serving quality coffee and modern brunch dishes. A relaxed place for breakfast or casual meetings. C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; roasterycoffee.co.in
CURIOUS LIFE COFFEE ROASTERS One of Jaipur’s leading specialty coffee cafés with an excellent bakery. Famous for pastries and a wide selection of coffee beans. C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; curiouslifecoffee.com
GULABJI CHAI WALA A legendary tea stall serving strong masala chai late into the night. A quintessential Jaipur street-food experience. Ganpati Plaza, MI Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; gulabjichaiwale.com
INDIAN COFFEE HOUSE A nostalgic café institution offering South Indian dishes and classic filter coffee. The atmosphere feels frozen in another era. MI Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; indian-coffee-house.com
JAIPUR MODERN CAFÉ A stylish café inside the Jaipur Modern design store offering contemporary vegetarian cuisine. The courtyard setting makes it a pleasant lunch spot. C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; jaipurmodern.com
JOHRI A refined vegetarian restaurant located inside a restored nineteenth-century haveli in Johri Bazaar. Seasonal produce and creative Indian cooking define the menu. 3950 MSB Ka Rasta, Johri Bazaar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302003; thejohri.com
JOHRI & SONS The cocktail bar inside The Johri hotel offering inventive drinks inspired by Indian spices and markets. An intimate stop before or after dinner. 3950 MSB Ka Rasta, Johri Bazaar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302003; thejohri.com/johri-and-sons
KIGELIA COURT RESTAURANT A dining experience at Royal Heritage Haveli where traditional recipes from the Khatipura royal kitchen are revived. Meals are prepared slowly over earthen flames. Royal Heritage Haveli, Khatipura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302012; royalheritagehaveli.com
LASSIWALA A legendary Jaipur institution serving thick lassi topped with malai in clay cups. A must-visit stop on MI Road. 312 MI Road, Paanch Batti, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001
LAXMI MISHTHAN BHANDAR (LMB) Founded in 1727, LMB remains one of Jaipur’s most famous restaurants and sweet shops. Known for traditional Rajasthani thalis and iconic sweets. 98-99 Johari Bazaar Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302003; lmbsweets.com
MASALA CHOWK An open-air food court bringing together some of Jaipur’s best street food vendors. Ideal for sampling local snacks in one place. Ram Niwas Garden, Adarsh Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302004
MERAAKI KITCHEN A stylish restaurant serving global dishes from sushi to Thai noodles alongside creative cocktails. Known for its vibrant outdoor seating. 27 Madrampura, Civil Lines, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006; meraakikitchen.com
MIROH A contemporary bar and restaurant blending Indian flavors with international cuisine. The cocktail program features experimental spice-driven drinks. 2nd Floor, Hotel Maaya Mansion, Mirza Ismail Rd, opp. GPO, C Scheme, Ashok Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001
NATIVE COCKTAIL ROOM A theatrical cocktail bar known for creative drinks inspired by cultural icons. One of the most imaginative mixology destinations in the city. Hathroi Fort, Ajmer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; nativebk.com
NOUBA KITCHEN & BAR A lively modern bar and restaurant known for pan-Asian cuisine and a long cocktail counter. A fashionable nightlife destination in C-Scheme. Sarojini Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; noubajaipur.com
OPERA A charming Italian restaurant in a heritage bungalow surrounded by bougainvillea. Known for Neapolitan pizza and handmade pasta. F-7 Ramesh Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; operaeveryday.com
PARO A stylish rooftop lounge on MI Road where Jaipur’s fashionable crowd gathers for sunset cocktails and music. Panch Batti, C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; paromodernindianbar.com
PESHAWARI The Jaipur branch of the legendary Delhi restaurant Bukhara. Known worldwide for North Indian tandoor cuisine. ITC Rajputana, Palace Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006; itchotels.com
POLO BAR A classic bar inside Rambagh Palace celebrating Jaipur’s polo heritage with trophies and vintage photographs. Rambagh Palace, Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; tajhotels.com
POLO PALLADIO An exclusive members club overlooking the Rajasthan Polo Club grounds. Designed by the creators of Bar Palladio. Ambedkar Circle, Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; polo-palladio-jaipur.com
RAJMAHAL RESTAURANT The elegant dining pavilion at Oberoi Rajvilas offering refined Indian cuisine. The setting is theatrical and distinctly royal. Babaji Ka Modh, Goner Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302031; oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-jaipur-rajvilas/dining/
RAJWADA LIBRARY BAR A classic library bar filled with antique books and a fireplace at Oberoi Rajvilas. The cocktails are as refined as the setting. Babaji Ka Modh, Goner Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302031; oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-jaipur-rajvilas/dining/
SHIKAAR BAGH A stylish restaurant and bar inside Narain Niwas Palace surrounded by gardens and lanterns. A relaxed but atmospheric dinner spot. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302004; hotelnarainniwas.com/dining/shikaar-bagh/
SPICE COURT A Jaipur institution famous for authentic Rajasthani cuisine such as lal maas and kheema baati. A longtime local favorite. Jacob Road, Civil Lines, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006; spicecourtjaipur.com
STEAM A whimsical restaurant set inside a restored steam train at Rambagh Palace serving railway-inspired dishes. Rambagh Palace, Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; tajhotels.com
SUJÁN RAJMAHAL PALACE A spectacular palace hotel whose dining rooms feel like a Wes Anderson film set. Breakfast here is one of Jaipur’s most memorable experiences. Sardar Patel Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; sujanluxury.com/rajmahal-palace-jaipur
SUVARNA MAHAL The grand dining hall of Rambagh Palace where royal Indian cuisine is served beneath chandeliers and frescoed ceilings. Rambagh Palace, Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; https://www.tajhotels.com/
TA BLU A lively rooftop restaurant known for sunset drinks and live music. Clarks Amer Hotel, JLN Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017; hotelclarks.com
TAPRI CENTRAL A charming tea house overlooking Central Park with a large selection of teas and nostalgic café dishes. 55 Ashram Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302018; tapricentral.com
THE FORRESTA A leafy garden restaurant with an in-house microbrewery offering North Indian dishes and drinks in a relaxed setting. Devraj Niwas, Bani Park, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302016; theforresta.com
THE SWINTON HOUSE A stylish restaurant inspired by architect Samuel Swinton Jacob blending Indian and European cuisine. Gopinath Marg, Jayanti Market, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001; theswintonhouse.com
THE VERANDAH A terrace restaurant at Rambagh Palace serving inventive Indian cuisine and afternoon tea. Rambagh Palace, Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; tajhotels.com
TOWN COFFEE A contemporary café known for specialty coffee and relaxed brunch dishes. C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001
TOWNSEND BAR & KITCHEN A lively restaurant offering Italian and pan-Asian dishes alongside live music and performances. Moti Dungri Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302004
WIND VIEW CAFÉ A rooftop café overlooking Hawa Mahal with panoramic views of the Pink City. Hawa Mahal Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002
WRITERS BAR A literary-themed cocktail bar at Raffles Jaipur filled with rare spirits and books. Raffles Jaipur, Kukas, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; raffles.com/jaipur
ZIA A garden restaurant at Fairmont Jaipur specializing in Mughal grills and spice-forward cocktails. Fairmont Jaipur, Kukas, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; fairmont.com/jaipur/dining/zia/
ART | CULTURE | ACTIVITIES
AMBER FORT The grand hilltop fortress just outside Jaipur that once served as the royal residence of the Kachwaha Rajput rulers before the construction of the City Palace. Built in honey-colored sandstone and marble, the sprawling complex contains ornate courtyards, mirrored halls, and sweeping views over Maota Lake. Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; amberfort.org
AMRAPALI MUSEUM Amrapali Museum is a labour of love by its founders Rajiv Arora and Rajesh Ajmera and is the result of four decades of travel and painstaking research across India. With over 4000 pieces of fine jewellery and other artefacts in the collection, the museum highlights the traditional silver craftsmanship of India. It is popular amongst scholars, students and connoisseurs, as it documents the history and craftsmanship of silver and explores the numerous things that inspired the karigars. The resulting creations include rare pieces of jewellery as well as a range of objects like spittoons, rosewater sprinklers, paan sets, plates, tea sets, an assortment of boxes and even a chariot covered with silver. The onsite store offers a wide range of designs including standout vintage pieces. K-14/B, Ashok Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur, India; amrapalimuseum.com/
ANOKHI MUSEUM OF HAND PRINTING Located in a restored haveli just below Amber Fort, the Anokhi Museum celebrates Rajasthan’s centuries-old block-printing tradition. Demonstrations show the intricate process from carved wooden blocks to natural dyes, offering insight into Jaipur’s textile heritage. Kheri Gate, Amber, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; anokhimuseum.com
CITY PALACE COMPLEX The historic residence of Jaipur’s royal family and the architectural heart of the Pink City. A full visit includes the palace museum, the extended palace tour to the upper terraces, the Friends of the Museum collection, the astronomical observatory Jantar Mantar, and views of Hawa Mahal nearby. Jaleb Chowk, Gangori Bazaar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002; citypalacejaipur.com
DEAR AMER ELEPHANT SANCTUARY A PETA-approved elephant rescue sanctuary dedicated to ethical elephant care and rehabilitation. Visitors walk alongside rescued elephants through the surrounding countryside and learn about conservation efforts rather than riding them; Amer Road, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; dearamer.com
GALTA JI – MONKEY TEMPLE A historic pilgrimage site nestled in a narrow valley surrounded by the Aravalli hills, known for its sacred water tanks and large population of monkeys. The most atmospheric area is the first temple tank where monkeys gather and leap into the water. Galtaji Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302027; tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/galta-ji.html
GYAN MUSEUM One of Jaipur’s most impressive private museums, founded by the Kasliwal family of Gem Palace. The collection showcases centuries of decorative arts, jewellery, textiles, and rare objects highlighting Jaipur’s artistic traditions. 12, Jhalana Institutional Area, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302004; gyanmuseum.com
HAWA MAHAL Jaipur’s most iconic landmark, the pink sandstone “Palace of Winds,” built in 1799 with hundreds of small lattice windows that allowed royal women to observe street life unseen. Its honeycomb façade has become the defining image of the Pink City. Hawa Mahal Road, Badi Choupad, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002; tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/hawa-mahal.html
JAIGARH FORT Perched high above Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort was constructed to defend the royal complex and houses the Jaivana cannon, the largest cannon on wheels ever built. The fort also offers spectacular views over the surrounding hills and Amber Fort below. Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302028; tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/jaigarh-fort.html
JANTAR MANTAR A UNESCO World Heritage astronomical observatory built in the 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Its monumental instruments—including the world’s largest stone sundial—were designed to observe the movement of celestial bodies with remarkable accuracy. Gangori Bazaar, J.D.A. Market, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002; jantarmantar.org/
JAWAHAR KALA KENDRA Designed by renowned architect Charles Correa, Jawahar Kala Kendra is Jaipur’s leading cultural center for contemporary art, theatre, and exhibitions. The complex reflects Jaipur’s original city plan based on the Navagraha (nine planetary squares) and is built in pink sandstone around a central amphitheatre. Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302004; jkk.art
NAHARGARH FORT Standing high above Jaipur, Nahargarh Fort offers sweeping panoramic views of the Pink City and the Aravalli hills. Inside lies Madhavendra Palace and the Sculpture Park, India’s first contemporary public sculpture park featuring site-specific works by international artists. Krishna Nagar, Brahampuri, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002; tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/nahargarh-fort.html
RAJASTHAN POLO CLUB One of the oldest surviving polo clubs in the world and central to Jaipur’s social life during polo season, Central Park, Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005; rajasthanpoloclub.co.in/
SISODIA RANI GARDEN A terraced Mughal-style garden built in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II for his queen from the Sisodia Rajput clan of Udaipur. Pavilions, fountains, and painted palace walls overlook the lush gardens, making it a peaceful escape just outside the city center. Agra Road, Ghat Ki Guni, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302023; tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/sisodia-rani-garden.html
SHOP
AKEE INTERNATIONAL
Textile supplier known for fabrics and wholesale materials often used by local designers and boutiques. Amer Road, Jaipur 302028, Rajasthan, India; https://www.akeeinternational.com
AMRAPALI
One of Jaipur’s most famous jewellery houses, celebrated for traditional craftsmanship and museum-level historic pieces. Panch Batti, MI Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://amrapalijewels.com
AMRAPALI MUSEUM
A remarkable museum dedicated to Indian silver jewellery traditions with thousands of historic artifacts documenting the craft. K-14B, Ashok Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://amrapalimuseum.com
ANANTAYA
Design-led homeware brand blending Indian craft traditions with contemporary décor, lighting, and tableware. D-21 Subhash Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; anantaya.com
ANOKHI
One of India’s most iconic block-print textile companies known for handcrafted cotton garments, bedding, and home textiles. KK Square, C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; anokhi.com
ANDRAAB
Luxury Kashmiri pashmina brand offering exquisite hand-embroidered shawls. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; https://andraab.com
ARAISH JAIPUR
Contemporary design studio reviving the traditional Rajasthani lime plaster technique through modern decorative objects. B-80 Shiv Marg, Bani Park, Jaipur 302016, Rajasthan, India; https://araish.in
ARTCHILL GALLERY
Contemporary art gallery featuring modern Indian painting, sculpture, and photography. Kishanpole Bazaar Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; artchill.com
BAPU BAZAAR
Classic Jaipur market known for leather mojris, textiles, bangles, and handicrafts. Bapu Bazaar Road, Pink City, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
BHAGAT FABRICS
Local textile supplier specializing in fabrics used for garments and traditional clothing. Purohit Ji Ka Katla, Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
BIRDHICHAND GHANSHYAMDAS
Iconic jeweller known for bridal jadau jewellery and exceptional gemstone pieces. MI Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://birdhichand.com
BRIDGET SINGH
Legendary Jaipur textile artist known for exquisite embroidered works blending Indian and European traditions. Bani Park, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; bridgetsigh.com
CHAMELI MARKET
Traditional market known for silver jewellery and decorative accessories. Chameliwala Market, MI Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India
CHURI GHAR
Well-known shop specializing in lac bangles and traditional Rajasthani jewelry. Tripolia Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India; churighar.com
COTTONS
Popular Jaipur clothing store offering everyday cotton garments inspired by traditional prints. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; https://cottonsjaipur.com
DIANE SINGH
Fine jewellery designer known for delicate contemporary pieces inspired by global travels. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; https://dianesingh.com
ECRU
Lifestyle boutique combining Indian craft traditions with Middle Eastern design influences. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://ecruonline.com
ELLEMENTRY
Design store specializing in handcrafted wooden, ceramic, and glass home décor. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://ellementry.com
GEM PALACE
Jaipur’s most famous jeweller founded in 1852 by the Kasliwal family and renowned worldwide for heritage jewels. MI Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://thegempalace.com
GHATIWALA
Luxury jewellery atelier known for exquisite jadau and rose-cut diamond jewellery. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India; https://ghatiwala.com
GULABCHAND
Traditional Jaipur clothing and textile shop. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India; gulabchand.com
HERITAGE TEXTILES
Boutique focusing on antique fabrics and traditional Indian textiles. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; heritagetextiles.com/
HOT PINK
Multi-designer boutique offering clothing, accessories, and gifts. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; hotpinkindia.com
IDLI
French-founded boutique known for colorful printed clothing, textiles, and home accessories. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; idli-shop.com
IRO IRO Upcycling waste from the garment industry by utilizing craft indigenous to India. C-461, near Jawahar Circle, Jai Jawan-2, Choti Chopad, Siddarth Nagar, Jagatpura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017, India; iroirozerowaste.com
IMPERIAL INDIA COMPANY
Menswear boutique specializing in traditional Indian formalwear. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; imperialindiacompany.com
JAIPUR GEMS Family-run jeweler known for rare gemstones and historic pieces. jaipurgems.com
JAIPUR MODERN
Concept store combining design retail with a café and restaurant. 51 Sardar Patel Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; jaipurmodern.com
JAIPUR RUGS
Flagship showroom of the internationally renowned Jaipur Rugs brand. Gopalpura Bypass Road, Jaipur 302015, Rajasthan, India; jaipurrugs.com
JAIPUR WATCH COMPANY
Luxury watch brand incorporating historic Indian coins and miniature art into contemporary designs. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; Jaipurwatchcompany.com
JANNAT PASHMINA
Shop specializing in Kashmiri pashmina shawls. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India; jannatarts.com
JOHARI BAZAAR
Historic jewelry market located in the Pink City. Johari Bazaar Road, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
JEWEL SAGA
Jewellery brand known for modern interpretations of kundan and polki jewellery. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://jewelsaga.com
KHANOOM
Ceramics studio known for hand-painted pottery inspired by botanical motifs and historical imagery. Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; https://khanoom.in
KILOL
Established textile brand producing block-printed garments and home textiles. Amer Road, Jaipur 302002, Rajasthan, India; kilol.com
MAKAAN
Concept store and gallery featuring antiques, furniture, textiles, and art. B-18 Shiv Marg, Bani Park, Jaipur 302016, Rajasthan, India; makaanstore.com
MUKESH ART GALLERY
Large gallery showcasing traditional Rajasthani art and craft objects. Kishanpole Bazaar Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; artandframe.in/
NAMRATA KEDIA DESIGN STUDIO
Home décor brand known for glassware and tableware inspired by Indian motifs. Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; namratakedia.com
NEERJA
Famous Jaipur blue pottery studio producing ceramics and decorative objects. Amer Road, Jaipur 302002, Rajasthan, India; neerja.com
NILA HOUSE
Cultural and retail space dedicated to preserving traditional Indian textile crafts. Moti Doongri Road, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; nilajaipur.com
PARAMPARA
Boutique known for luxurious Ikat garments and tailored women’s clothing. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; paramparajaipur.com
PDKF STORE
Fashion and lifestyle store by the Princess Diya Kumari Foundation supporting women artisans. City Palace Complex, Jaipur 302002, Rajasthan, India; pdkfstore.com
PINK CITY PRINTS Designed in London, handcrafted in Jaipur, and working with artisans to preserve traditional craft forms. pinkcityprints.com
PLUMARII
Resortwear brand specializing in embroidered linen clothing inspired by nature. Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; plumarii.com
PUROHIT JI KA KATLA
Historic bazaar in the Pink City selling fabrics, garments, and traditional goods. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
RAJASTHALI EMPORIUM
Government-run store showcasing traditional Rajasthani crafts from across the state including textiles, pottery, and jewelry. Mirza Ismail Rd, opposite Ajmeri Gate, Sangram Colony, Pink City, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001, India
RANIWALA 1881
Luxury jewellery house known for exceptional jadau craftsmanship. MI Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; raniwala1881.com
RANAS
Popular boutique for sarees and embroidered garments. Moti Doongri Road, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; ranasjaipur.com
RATAN JAIPUR
Block-print clothing and home textiles brand. Moti Doongri Road, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; ratanjaipur.com
RIDHI SIDDHI TEXTILES
Large textile manufacturer supplying many Jaipur boutiques with block-printed fabrics and garments. Sanganer Industrial Area, Jaipur 302029, Rajasthan, India; ridhi-siddhi.com
ROHIT KAMRA
Designer boutique offering contemporary menswear inspired by traditional Indian silhouettes. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; https://rohitkamra.com
RUKHMANI JAIPUR
Boutique specializing in chiffon sarees and traditional garments. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India; rukhmanijaipur.com/
SAFFRON BY NIDHI THOLIA
Luxury Indian fashion boutique known for embroidered kaftans and formal wear. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; saffronbynidhitholia.com
SANGANER BLOCK PRINTING
Historic printing district famous for hand-block textile production. Sanganer, Jaipur 303902, Rajasthan, India; sanganeriblockprint.com/
SAURASHTRA IMPEX
Retailer specializing in pashmina shawls. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
SHARMA’S FABRICS
Textile supplier known for silk and garment fabrics. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
SIKAR HOUSE MARKET
Local market known for textiles and traditional clothing. Sikar House Area, Jaipur 302016, Rajasthan, India
SOMA
Boutique known for colorful block-printed garments and home linens. Moti Doongri Road, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; https://soma.co.in
STUDIO KASSA
Design studio specializing in upcycled leather goods and accessories. Jaipur, Rajasthan, India; https://studiokassa.com
SUNITA SHEKHAWAT Sunita Shekhawat Jaipur is a leading global jewellery brand known for exceptional fine jewelry, signature enameling, and rare gemstone. sunitashekhawat.com/home
SUVASA
Clothing brand known for cotton kurta sets and block-printed garments. C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://suvasa.com
TALLIN JEWELS
Fine jewellery atelier blending Indian craftsmanship with contemporary design. MI Road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://tallinjewels.com
TEATRO DHORA
Multi-designer concept store showcasing emerging Indian designers. City Palace Complex, Jaipur 302002, Rajasthan, India; https://dhorastore.com
THE PALACE ATELIER
Concept store inside City Palace featuring curated Indian design brands. City Palace Complex, Jaipur 302002, Rajasthan, India; https://citypalacejaipur.com
TOKREE
Luxury clothing boutique specializing in handcrafted Indian garments. Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, Kanota Bagh, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; https://tokree.in
TRIPOLIA BAZAAR
Historic market known for lac bangles and traditional craft. Tripolia Bazaar Road, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
VISHNU JEWELLERS
Traditional jeweller specializing in gemstones and diamonds. Johari Bazaar, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
ZARI MARKETS
Areas known for traditional metallic thread embroidery used in Indian textiles. Johari Bazaar District, Jaipur 302003, Rajasthan, India
SPA | WELLNESS
SALT PILATES
Boutique Pilates studio offering reformer and mat classes in a contemporary wellness setting.
B-1/624 Queens Road, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur 302021, Rajasthan, India; saltpilatesjaipur.com
KAMA AYURVEDA
Luxury Ayurvedic beauty brand offering skincare, haircare, and wellness products rooted in traditional Indian Ayurvedic formulations.
GT 8, Gaurav Tower, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur 302017, Rajasthan, India; https://www.kamaayurveda.com
LOOK SALON
Modern hair and beauty salon offering styling, skincare, and grooming services.
C-41, Sarojini Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India; https://www.lookssalon.in
DAY | WEEKEND TRIPS
SURJANJI RANTHAMBORE
Safari operator and lodge founded by renowned conservationist Fateh Singh Rathore, offering guided wildlife experiences in Ranthambore National Park.
Sherpur Khiljipur, Sawai Madhopur 322001, Rajasthan, India; ranthambhore.com
JHALANA LEOPARD RESERVE
Urban wildlife reserve on the outskirts of Jaipur known for one of the highest leopard densities in India, offering guided jeep safaris through dry deciduous forest.
Jhalana Doongri, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India; forest.rajasthan.gov.in/content/raj/forest/en/jhalana-leopard-conservation-reserve.html