Shalini’s guidebook
Restaurants
Jaipur, a city with a rich history, exhibits no shortage of must see forts and palaces. The city is also known however for its exquisite cuisine. Combining gastronomic traditions from the kitchens of the royals to the street stalls of everyday families, and fusing local culinary traditions with those of neighboring areas, dining in Jaipur is a dynamic and delicious experience. Here’s a list of the best restaurants that we recommend to our guests.
Suvarna Mahal is located in Taj Rambagh Palace. As the name suggests, it is a fine dining restaurant along with the floral theme, striking chandeliers and beautiful ambience. This restaurant has a traditional touch to it accompanied by the melodious classical music. They serve delicious authentic North Indian and Mughlai delicacies. Opt 'Subz Hara Kebab' or 'Lamb Chops Barra' for flavorsome appetizers. For mains, you can try 'Jodhpuri Gatte' and 'Dal Swarna Mahal'.
Suvarna Mahal
Bhawani Singh RoadSuvarna Mahal is located in Taj Rambagh Palace. As the name suggests, it is a fine dining restaurant along with the floral theme, striking chandeliers and beautiful ambience. This restaurant has a traditional touch to it accompanied by the melodious classical music. They serve delicious authentic North Indian and Mughlai delicacies. Opt 'Subz Hara Kebab' or 'Lamb Chops Barra' for flavorsome appetizers. For mains, you can try 'Jodhpuri Gatte' and 'Dal Swarna Mahal'.
Located at Gopalbari, this pretty casual dining restaurant serves multi-cuisine delicacies. A warm ambience paired up with the windy rooftop seating instantly lifts up your mood. Kick start your meal with the 'Eight Treasure Soup' and 'Chilli Paneer'. Then move on to the 'Veg Tandoori Platter', 'Steamed Fish', 'Double Cheese Burger' and 'Barbeque Sizzler'. For main course, the 'Pepperoni Pizza' and 'Con Funghi Risotto' are apt. End your meal with the 'Mississippi Mud Ice Cream' and 'Banana Split'.
26 locals recommend
Peacock Rooftop Restaurant
Ajmer RoadLocated at Gopalbari, this pretty casual dining restaurant serves multi-cuisine delicacies. A warm ambience paired up with the windy rooftop seating instantly lifts up your mood. Kick start your meal with the 'Eight Treasure Soup' and 'Chilli Paneer'. Then move on to the 'Veg Tandoori Platter', 'Steamed Fish', 'Double Cheese Burger' and 'Barbeque Sizzler'. For main course, the 'Pepperoni Pizza' and 'Con Funghi Risotto' are apt. End your meal with the 'Mississippi Mud Ice Cream' and 'Banana Split'.
Established in 1949, Niro’s is a long-standing favorite on MI Rd that, like a good wine, only improves with age. Escape the chaos of the street by ducking into its cool, clean, mirror-ceilinged sanctum to savour veg and non-veg Indian cuisine with professional service. Classic Chinese and Continental food are available, but the Indian menu is definitely the pick.
28 locals recommend
Niros Restaurant
319 MI RoadEstablished in 1949, Niro’s is a long-standing favorite on MI Rd that, like a good wine, only improves with age. Escape the chaos of the street by ducking into its cool, clean, mirror-ceilinged sanctum to savour veg and non-veg Indian cuisine with professional service. Classic Chinese and Continental food are available, but the Indian menu is definitely the pick.
Shopping
Jaipur, the ‘pink city of India’ is better known for its royalty and the wonderful monuments. But, very few people are aware of the list of endless things that make it a must visit shopping destination. There are undoubtedly some remarkable shopping places in Jaipur which can enrich your total shopping experience tenfold, these are some of the best shopping places which we recommend to our guests.
Tripolia Bazaar is known for its lac jewelry and the beautiful varieties of bangles is the best shopping area in Jaipur. Shop for the textiles in Tripolia Bazaar. Flaunt the popular Bandini tie and dye fabrics with rich embroideries are also available here. Since you can also buy designer carpets, brass ware and other traditional wears here, this market can be considered as one of the most amazing places to do shopping in Jaipur.
Tripolia Bazar
Tripolia Bazaar is known for its lac jewelry and the beautiful varieties of bangles is the best shopping area in Jaipur. Shop for the textiles in Tripolia Bazaar. Flaunt the popular Bandini tie and dye fabrics with rich embroideries are also available here. Since you can also buy designer carpets, brass ware and other traditional wears here, this market can be considered as one of the most amazing places to do shopping in Jaipur.
Although you can find some beautiful clothes and textiles in Nehru Bazaar, the main attraction of Nehru Bazaar are the traditional jootis, which are one of Jaipur shopping specialty that look vibrant with multi-colored design. All of them look tempting, but ensure to bargain well before you buy a handful!
Nehru Bazar Road
Nehru Bazar RoadAlthough you can find some beautiful clothes and textiles in Nehru Bazaar, the main attraction of Nehru Bazaar are the traditional jootis, which are one of Jaipur shopping specialty that look vibrant with multi-colored design. All of them look tempting, but ensure to bargain well before you buy a handful!
At Gaurav Tower mall, expect a great ambiance and variety. This is considered to be the oldest mall in Jaipur and provides a great parking space, making the shopping experience hassle free for you. You’ll get a wide range of clothes and other local products at inexpensive prices at GT Bazar that has been established here at the basement. This is one of the finest shopping places in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Gaurav Tower Marg
Gaurav Tower MargAt Gaurav Tower mall, expect a great ambiance and variety. This is considered to be the oldest mall in Jaipur and provides a great parking space, making the shopping experience hassle free for you. You’ll get a wide range of clothes and other local products at inexpensive prices at GT Bazar that has been established here at the basement. This is one of the finest shopping places in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Sight seeing in Jaipur
Jaipur, ‘The Pink City’ is a major tourist center of the country. The city is packed with many attractions like beautiful and glorious forts, world famous theaters, gorgeous temples and many more. The guests will be awestruck with the beauty of the monuments in the city. Flamboyant and vivacious bazaars bustle with attractive stuff.
It is one of famous attraction of Pink city Jaipur. It is constructed of red and pink sandstone. The palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends women's chambers. It is surrounded by market. The stone-carved screens, small casements, and arched roofs are some of the features of this popular tourist spot of Jaipur. The monument also has delicately modeled hanging cornices. Main entry to the Hawa Mahal from a side road to the rear end not from the front.
Hawa Mahal Road
Hawa Mahal RoadIt is one of famous attraction of Pink city Jaipur. It is constructed of red and pink sandstone. The palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends women's chambers. It is surrounded by market. The stone-carved screens, small casements, and arched roofs are some of the features of this popular tourist spot of Jaipur. The monument also has delicately modeled hanging cornices. Main entry to the Hawa Mahal from a side road to the rear end not from the front.
Amber Fort is the iconic attraction of Jaipur and a must on your itinerary. Suraj Pole, the sun facing royal entrance to the fort, is one of the classic blends of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Marvels like Ganesh Pol, Sila Devi Temple, Sheesh Mahal, Magic Flower Fresco and Man Singh Palace await you in the interiors of Amber Fort.
An elephant ride up to Amber Fort is an absolute must. It’s an exhilarating experience to ride up along the cobbled path to the magnificent Fort astride an equally majestic elephant. Watching the Light and Sound Show at the Amber Fort is also a great way to spend an evening in Jaipur.
10 locals recommend
Amer Fort station
Amber Fort is the iconic attraction of Jaipur and a must on your itinerary. Suraj Pole, the sun facing royal entrance to the fort, is one of the classic blends of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Marvels like Ganesh Pol, Sila Devi Temple, Sheesh Mahal, Magic Flower Fresco and Man Singh Palace await you in the interiors of Amber Fort.
An elephant ride up to Amber Fort is an absolute must. It’s an exhilarating experience to ride up along the cobbled path to the magnificent Fort astride an equally majestic elephant. Watching the Light and Sound Show at the Amber Fort is also a great way to spend an evening in Jaipur.
The fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1734 CE and was renovated by Sawai Ram Singh in 1868. Along with Jaigarh Fort and Amer Fort, it once formed a strong defence for Jaipur. It was build on the edge of the Aravali Hills from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. As per speculations, this castle was originally named as Sudarshangarh Fort, later it was renamed as Nahargarh meaning ‘abode of tigers’. According to local legend the construction of the palace was hindered by the spirit of a prince Nahar Singh Bhomia who demanded that the fort should be named after him.
Another attraction within the castle is Madhavendra Bhawan which was built by Sawai Madho Singh for the royal family members. Just above the entrance you’ll come across Durg Cafeteria where you can have meals and refreshments. Padao Restaurant is another place to hangout which sells drinks at sunset.
114 locals recommend
Nahargarh Fort
The fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1734 CE and was renovated by Sawai Ram Singh in 1868. Along with Jaigarh Fort and Amer Fort, it once formed a strong defence for Jaipur. It was build on the edge of the Aravali Hills from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. As per speculations, this castle was originally named as Sudarshangarh Fort, later it was renamed as Nahargarh meaning ‘abode of tigers’. According to local legend the construction of the palace was hindered by the spirit of a prince Nahar Singh Bhomia who demanded that the fort should be named after him.
Another attraction within the castle is Madhavendra Bhawan which was built by Sawai Madho Singh for the royal family members. Just above the entrance you’ll come across Durg Cafeteria where you can have meals and refreshments. Padao Restaurant is another place to hangout which sells drinks at sunset.
The refreshing greens of Sisodia Rani ka Bagh in Jaipur offers a great opportunity for an idyllic stroll. This garden was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh for his second wife who was a Sisodia princess. Sisodia Rani ka Bagh welcomes you with a sense of royalty and grandeur, with murals portraying the love story of Radha-Krishna and many paintings featuring heroes from various battles on display.
10 locals recommend
Sisodia Rani ka Bagh
Agra RoadThe refreshing greens of Sisodia Rani ka Bagh in Jaipur offers a great opportunity for an idyllic stroll. This garden was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh for his second wife who was a Sisodia princess. Sisodia Rani ka Bagh welcomes you with a sense of royalty and grandeur, with murals portraying the love story of Radha-Krishna and many paintings featuring heroes from various battles on display.