Things to do
Top attractions in Udaipur
Local flavor
What to eat in Udaipur
Ambrai
Lal maas with lake view
Lakeside terrace facing City Palace and Lake Pichola. The lal maas (mutton in red chilli gravy) is killer.
Jheel's Ginger Coffee Bar
Filter coffee
Rooftop spot above Hanuman Ghat with Lake Pichola views and excellent South Indian filter coffee.
Millets of Mewar
VegBajra galette & ragi pancake
Health-forward Rajasthani cooking using local millets. Big breakfast scene with backpackers.
Upre by 1559 AD
Royal Mewari thali
Fine-dining rooftop at Hotel Amantra. Multi-course Mewari thalis with live ghazals.
Where to stay
Stays in Udaipur
Luxury
Taj Lake Palace
Lake Pichola
The white marble palace floating on Lake Pichola — accessible only by boat. Built in 1746.
₹65,000+ / night
- Private boat
- Spa
- Pool
- Lake view
Leela Palace Udaipur
Lake Pichola (north shore)
Modern palace-style resort on Lake Pichola's north shore — fewer crowds, better views than the city centre.
₹35,000+ / night
- Private balcony
- Spa
- Pool
- Boat shuttle
Boutique
Jagat Niwas Palace
Old City
A 17th-century haveli converted into a heritage hotel. Most rooms face Lake Pichola.
₹8,000 – ₹15,000 / night
- Heritage rooms
- Rooftop restaurant
- Pool
Hostel
Zostel Udaipur
Hanuman Ghat
Backpacker favourite with a lakeside terrace and walking distance to Bagore ki Haveli.
₹600 – ₹1,200 / night
- Lake view
- Cafe
- Tours
- Free WiFi
Getting around
Local transport
Auto-rickshaw
Easiest way to get around the old city. ₹100–₹250 across town. Negotiate hard.
E-rickshaw
Cheap and slow — perfect for short hops between palaces.
Bike rental
Scooters from ₹400/day, ideal for Monsoon Palace and city-edge spots.
Walking
The old city around Lake Pichola is best walked — most streets are too narrow for cars anyway.
Good to know
FAQs about Udaipur
Best time to visit Udaipur?+
September to March — monsoon refills the lakes, then mild winters make sightseeing perfect. April–June is too hot.
How long should I spend in Udaipur?+
Three full days lets you cover City Palace, a sunset boat ride, Monsoon Palace and a day trip to Kumbhalgarh or Eklingji.
Can I visit the Lake Palace if I'm not staying there?+
No. Lake Palace is exclusive to in-house Taj guests. Jag Mandir on the other island accepts visitors with a boat ticket.
Is Udaipur safe for solo female travelers?+
Generally yes, with normal precautions. The old city around Lake Pichola is well-trafficked till late.
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