Full-Day Jaipur Tour: Hawa Mahal, City Palace & Monkey Temple

Eight hours across Jaipur's royal landmarks, from the Palace of Winds to a hilltop temple full of monkeys

A full-day guided tour of Jaipur by private car, visiting the Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amer Town, Royal Gaitor, Jal Mahal, and Galtaji Monkey Temple. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, stop at local markets for traditional crafts, and eat an authentic Rajasthani lunch. The route covers eight hours and includes hotel or airport pickup.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each6 stops

1. Hawa Mahal45m
2. Jantar Mantar45m
3. City Palace2h
4. Royal Gaitor45m
5. Jal Mahal15m
6. Galtaji Monkey Temple1h

Explore Jaipur's landmarks and culture

• Visit Amer Town and Rajput Fort
• Tour City Palace complex
• See Hawa Mahal palace
• Explore Jantar Mantar observatory
• Shop at local markets
• Enjoy authentic Rajasthani lunch
• Visit Royal Gaitor marble cenotaphs
• View Jal Mahal Water Palace
• Explore Panna Meena Ka Kund stepwell
• Visit Monkey Temple (Galtaji)

The experience

The tour runs eight hours and moves through Jaipur in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver. You start from your hotel or airport, then visit the Hawa Mahal: the five-story pink sandstone structure built in 1799 with 953 small windows that once let royal women observe city life unseen. From there you move to the Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage site housing nineteen massive stone and brass instruments that Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II built in the 18th century to track stars and predict eclipses. The City Palace comes next, a sprawling complex of courtyards and gardens still home to Jaipur's royal family, blending Mughal and Rajput design across the Mubarak Mahal, Chandra Mahal, and ornate gates.

The route also takes you to Amer Town to see the Rajput Fort overlooking Maota Lake, then to Royal Gaitor: a quieter site with marble cenotaphs of former maharajas set against the Nahargarh Hills. You'll pass Jal Mahal, the Water Palace rising from Man Sagar Lake, and stop at local markets to browse traditional Rajasthani crafts and souvenirs. Lunch is an authentic meal showcasing regional flavors, and the guide points out photo stops along the way. The final stop is Galtaji Monkey Temple, an ancient pilgrimage site nestled in the hills with natural springs filling sacred pools and a large population of monkeys inhabiting colorful pavilions and frescos.

Fuel, parking, taxes, bottled water, and hotel or airport pickup are included. The tour suits first-time visitors and history enthusiasts. It is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, though it works for all other fitness levels. You can book transport only, or add a government-approved guide and lunch depending on the option you choose at checkout.

What’s included

• Government-approved tour guide (when selected at checkout).
• authentic Rajasthani lunch (when selected at checkout).
• bottled water.
• hotel or airport pickup and drop-off.
• private air-conditioned car with English-speaking driver.
• fuel, parking, and all taxes.

Options for this experience

3 options

Only Transport09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Sedan or SUV car: Toyota Etios for up to 3 passengers, and Toyota Innova SUVs for up to 6 passengers. Includes: transportation only, with a dedicated driver. Pickup is included.

Car Tour with Guide09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Sedan or SUV vehicle: Toyota Etios or Maruti Dzire for 1-2 passengers, and Toyota Innova for 3-5 passengers. Includes: a private car with a driver and a professional tour guide. Pickup is included.

Car Tour with Guide and Tickets09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Sedan or SUV vehicle: Sedan Etios or Dzire cars for up to 3 passengers, and Toyota Innova SUVs for up to 5 passengers. Includes: a private car with a driver, an expert guide, and monument tickets. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 8h, runs every day at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00, from US$ 19.46 per person, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Jaipur Taxi Cab

Is this one for you?Choose the car-with-guide option if you want context for each landmark and the history behind the architecture. Book transport only if you prefer to explore at your own pace or already know the sites. The eight-hour span fits all the major landmarks into one day, so you see Jaipur's royal heritage without splitting the trip across multiple days.

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Top questions

What is the Hawa Mahal and why does it have so many windows?

The Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds, is an iconic pink sandstone structure built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. Its 953 small windows were designed to allow cool breezes to flow through the building and let royal women observe city life without being seen from outside, blending Rajput and Mughal architecture.

Can I see inside the City Palace, or is it only viewed from outside?

The City Palace is a grand complex of courtyards, gardens, and buildings that you visit as part of the tour. Key attractions include the Mubarak Mahal and Chandra Mahal, with intricate gates reflecting Jaipur's heritage and artistry. The palace remains the residence of Jaipur's royal family.

What is the Jantar Mantar and what can I see there?

Jantar Mantar is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of India's largest astronomical observatories, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 18th century. It houses nineteen massive instruments made of stone and brass used to measure time, predict eclipses, and track stars, showcasing India's advanced understanding of astronomy.

What should I know about the Monkey Temple before I go?

Galtaji Monkey Temple is an ancient Hindu pilgrimage site nestled in the hills near Jaipur, known for its large population of monkeys and natural springs that fill sacred pools where pilgrims bathe. The temple complex features colorful pavilions and frescos, with beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.

Does the tour include lunch, and what kind of food is served?

Lunch is included if you select the option with guide and lunch at checkout. It showcases authentic Rajasthani flavors. If you book transport only, lunch is not part of that option.

What happens if I want to visit just the monuments without a guide?

You can book transport only, which includes the private car, English-speaking driver, fuel, parking, and hotel or airport pickup. Monument entry fees are separate and not included in any option, so you arrange those independently.