Lake Pichola
The artificial lake that defines Udaipur. A sunset boat ride past Jag Mandir is unforgettable.
- Timings
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (boats)
- Entry fee
- ₹400 – ₹900
- Time needed
- 1 hour boat ride
- Best time
- Last boat at sunset
About Lake Pichola
Created in 1362 by a Banjara nomad named Pichhu, this 4 km-long lake holds two of India's most beautiful island palaces — Jag Niwas (now Taj Lake Palace) and Jag Mandir. Boats leave from Rameshwar Ghat or City Palace ghat. The 5 PM and 6 PM departures hit the lake at golden hour.
Lake Pichola — common questions
What are the Lake Pichola timings?
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Lake Pichola is open 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (boats).
What is the entry fee for Lake Pichola?
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Entry: ₹400 – ₹900.
How much time do you need at Lake Pichola?
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Plan for roughly 1 hour boat ride.
What is the best time to visit Lake Pichola?
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Last boat at sunset.
How crowded does Lake Pichola get?
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Medium crowd levels overall.
Nearby
More to see in Udaipur
PalaceCity Palace
Sprawling marble palace complex on Lake Pichola, started in 1559.
PalaceMonsoon Palace (Sajjangarh)
19th-century hilltop palace with panoramic Udaipur views — best at sunset.
HeritageBagore ki Haveli
18th-century lakeside haveli with 100+ rooms and a famous evening folk show.
TempleJagdish Temple
Indo-Aryan style temple from 1651, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.