Patwon Ki Haveli
A cluster of five havelis with the most intricate stone latticework in Rajasthan.
- Timings
- Around 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Entry fee
- Approx. ₹100 – ₹250 depending on wing
- Time needed
- 1 – 2 hours
- Best time
- Morning light
About Patwon Ki Haveli
Commissioned by the Patwa family of brocade and opium traders in the early 19th century, this is really five connected mansions built over about fifty years. The jharokhas and jaali screens are carved so finely that the sandstone reads as lace. One wing is a government museum, others are privately held and separately ticketed. The upper floors give you rooftop views across the golden city to the fort.
Insider tips
- Different wings have different owners and separate tickets — ask what you're buying
- Morning sun on the eastern facade is the photograph
- Guides at the gate are inexpensive and genuinely useful here
Patwon Ki Haveli — common questions
What are the Patwon Ki Haveli timings?
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Patwon Ki Haveli is open Around 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
What is the entry fee for Patwon Ki Haveli?
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Entry: Approx. ₹100 – ₹250 depending on wing.
How much time do you need at Patwon Ki Haveli?
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Plan for roughly 1 – 2 hours.
What is the best time to visit Patwon Ki Haveli?
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Morning light.
How crowded does Patwon Ki Haveli get?
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Medium crowd levels overall.
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