Jodhpur - Travel Guide

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November to February (winter). Temperatures 10-25C, ideal for sightseeing. Avoid March-June (extreme heat up to 45C).

The indigo-blue houses in the old city. Historically, blue indicated Brahmin houses. Best view from Mehrangarh Fort.

₹600-800 for foreigners, ₹200 for Indians. Includes museum. Audio guide ₹180 extra. Elevator ₹50. Open 9:00-17:00 daily.

Yes, generally safe. Watch for touts around Clock Tower and fort. Use taxi apps. Keep valuables secure in crowded markets.

Airport is only 5km from center. Taxi/Uber ~₹500 (15-20 min). Tuk-tuk ~₹200. No airport buses.

Mirchi Bada (fried chili), Makhaniya Lassi (creamy yogurt), Bikaneri Bhujia, Ker Sangri (Rajasthani signature dish), Dal Baati Churma.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Jodhpur

Use Ola app for tuk-tuks and taxis. Avoids haggling and overcharging by drivers.

Visit Mehrangarh Fort at opening time 9am. Less crowded and better light for photos. Plan 3-4 hours.

Hire a guide at the fort (₹200-500). History is complex and rich - guide brings it alive.

Try Makhaniya Lassi at Shri Mishri Lal (near Clock Tower). Locally famous, creamy and refreshing.

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Always carry water, hat and sunscreen. Even in winter, desert sun is strong.

Beware of 'free shop tour' offers. Often leads to high-pressure sales commission.

Sardar Market (at Clock Tower) is great for spices, textiles, handicrafts. Bargain - start at half the quoted price.

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For best Blue City view, go to a rooftop cafe in old city at sunset.

Weather

Average temperature by month

Now

25°

33%4 м/с

Today

26°11°

Tomorrow

28°13°

Fri

19°9°

Sat

20°5°

Sun

20°6°

Mon

24°9°

Tue

24°11°

26°

10°Jan

29°

13°Feb

34°

19°Mar

39°

24°Apr

42°

28°May

40°

29°Jun

37°

27°Jul

34°

26°Aug

36°

25°Sep

36°

21°Oct

32°

16°Nov

28°

11°Dec

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30 ₹~0.33 $

Limited bus service. Local trips ₹20-40. State buses to Jaipur and Jaisalmer available.

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500 ₹~5.5 $

Ola, Uber

Taxis available via Ola and Uber. Airport pickup ~₹500. City tour ~₹10/km.

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1350 ₹~14.8 $

IRCTC

Jodhpur station in city center. Trains to Delhi (10h, ~₹1350), Jaipur, Mumbai.

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200 ₹~2.2 $

Bicycle rental at some hotels and rental shops. ~₹200/day. Best in early morning due to heat.

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location.transport.bus	30 ₹ ~0.33 $	—	Limited bus service. Local trips ₹20-40. State buses to Jaipur and Jaisalmer available.
location.transport.taxi	500 ₹ ~5.5 $	Ola, Uber	Taxis available via Ola and Uber. Airport pickup ~₹500. City tour ~₹10/km.
location.transport.train	1350 ₹ ~14.8 $	IRCTC	Jodhpur station in city center. Trains to Delhi (10h, ~₹1350), Jaipur, Mumbai.
location.transport.bike	200 ₹ ~2.2 $	—	Bicycle rental at some hotels and rental shops. ~₹200/day. Best in early morning due to heat.