What are the top travel tips for Hawa Mahal?

Best viewed from across the street. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Combine with a visit to City Palace.

Where is Hawa Mahal located?

Hawa Mahal is in Rajasthan, India, at 26.9239° N, 75.8267° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Jaipur, about 4 km away.

What are the best places to visit near Hawa Mahal?

Top attractions near Hawa Mahal include Ranthambore National Park (about 121 km away), Ajmer Sharif Dargah (about 130 km away), Pushkar (about 136 km away) — all easy to combine on a Rajasthan trip.

What is the entry fee at Hawa Mahal for foreign tourists?

Foreign nationals pay ₹200 to enter Hawa Mahal (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.

How to reach Hawa Mahal from Delhi?

Hawa Mahal is about 290 km from Delhi. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹205, 5h 49m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹535, 6h 12m), Train (3AC) (~₹555, 5h 23m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹205) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (5h 23m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Hawa Mahal from Lucknow?

Hawa Mahal is about 635 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹385, 11h 50m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,005, 10h 54m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,730, 11h 56m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹385) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (10h 54m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Hawa Mahal from Ahmedabad?

Hawa Mahal is about 680 km from Ahmedabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹410, 12h 37m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,060, 11h 38m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,850, 12h 46m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹410) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (11h 38m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

Hawa Mahal Tourism 2026 – Places to Visit, Things to Do, Best Time & Itinerary

About Hawa Mahal

The Palace of Winds. A five-storey latticed screen built so royal women could watch Jaipur's street processions without being seen.

Best Time to Visit

September to March

Winter in Jaipur is perfect for exploring forts. The pink city comes alive with festivals like the Jaipur Literature Festival in January.

Entry fees in your currency

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Indian Adult₹50$…
Foreign National₹200$…
Indian Student (with valid school/college ID)₹5$…
Foreign Student (with valid ID)₹25$…
Composite ticket (Hawa Mahal + Amber Fort + Jantar Mantar + Albert Hall + 4 more)₹400 / ₹1,000$…
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Video camera₹50$…

Live INR rates, refreshed hourly. Confirm at the gate counter — entry fees may have changed since this page was updated.

Entry Fee · Tickets

How much does it cost to visit Hawa Mahal?

Visitor CategoryPrice

Indian Adult
₹50
Foreign National
₹200
Indian Student (with valid school/college ID)
₹5
Foreign Student (with valid ID)
₹25

Additional charges

Composite ticket (Hawa Mahal + Amber Fort + Jantar Mantar + Albert Hall + 4 more)Indian / Foreigner — valid 2 days, best value if visiting 3+ Jaipur monuments
₹400 / ₹1,000
Camera
Free
Video camera
₹50

Open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. all days
Entry from the rear via Tripolia Bazar — the famous façade faces the road but has no door
The street-side façade can be photographed for free from the Wind View Café across the road

Prices indicative — verify at the official counter or website before your visit.Updated 2025-10

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Travel Tips

Best viewed from across the street
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Combine with a visit to City Palace

How to Reach Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal is located in Rajasthan, India at coordinates 26.9239°N, 75.8267°E. You can reach Hawa Mahal by air (nearest airport in Rajasthan), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.

How to reach Hawa Mahal from major cities

Hawa Mahal from Delhi

~290 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹205 · 5h 49m
State Bus (Deluxe) ₹535 · 6h 12m
Train (3AC) ₹555 · 5h 23m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹4,070 · 5h 31m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹205) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (5h 23m).

Hawa Mahal from Lucknow

~635 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹385 · 11h 50m
Train (3AC) ₹1,005 · 10h 54m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,730 · 11h 56m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹8,550 · 11h 47m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹385) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (10h 54m).

Hawa Mahal from Ahmedabad

~680 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹410 · 12h 37m
Train (3AC) ₹1,060 · 11h 38m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,850 · 12h 46m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹9,140 · 12h 37m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹410) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (11h 38m).

Hawa Mahal from Mumbai

~1154 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹1,675 · 19h 13m
Train (2AC) ₹2,430 · 19h 13m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,080 · 21h 23m
Flight (Economy) ₹6,355 · 4h 11m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,675) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 11m).

Hawa Mahal from Pune

~1195 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹1,730 · 19h 52m
Train (2AC) ₹2,505 · 19h 52m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,185 · 22h 8m
Flight (Economy) ₹6,500 · 4h 14m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,730) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 14m).

Hawa Mahal from Hyderabad

~1369 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹1,955 · 22h 39m
Train (2AC) ₹2,835 · 22h 39m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,640 · 25h 18m
Flight (Economy) ₹7,130 · 4h 29m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,955) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 29m).

Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.

Planning Your Visit to Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal lies in Rajasthan, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited heritage destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Jaipur, roughly 4 km away — most travellers route through Jaipur by air or rail before continuing on to Hawa Mahal. Time your trip for September to March for the most comfortable weather.

Travelling from within India, Jaipur connects to every metro by daily domestic flights and the railway network, so Hawa Mahal slots easily into a wider Rajasthan itinerary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Hawa Mahal?: The best time to visit Hawa Mahal is September to March. Winter in Jaipur is perfect for exploring forts. The pink city comes alive with festivals like the Jaipur Literature Festival in January.
What are the top travel tips for Hawa Mahal?: Best viewed from across the street. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Combine with a visit to City Palace.
Where is Hawa Mahal located?: Hawa Mahal is in Rajasthan, India, at 26.9239° N, 75.8267° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Jaipur, about 4 km away.
What are the best places to visit near Hawa Mahal?: Top attractions near Hawa Mahal include Ranthambore National Park (about 121 km away), Ajmer Sharif Dargah (about 130 km away), Pushkar (about 136 km away) — all easy to combine on a Rajasthan trip.
What is the entry fee at Hawa Mahal for foreign tourists?: Foreign nationals pay ₹200 to enter Hawa Mahal (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.
How to reach Hawa Mahal from Delhi?: Hawa Mahal is about 290 km from Delhi. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹205, 5h 49m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹535, 6h 12m), Train (3AC) (~₹555, 5h 23m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹205) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (5h 23m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Hawa Mahal from Lucknow?: Hawa Mahal is about 635 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹385, 11h 50m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,005, 10h 54m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,730, 11h 56m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹385) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (10h 54m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Hawa Mahal from Ahmedabad?: Hawa Mahal is about 680 km from Ahmedabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹410, 12h 37m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,060, 11h 38m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,850, 12h 46m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹410) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (11h 38m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.