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Umaid Bhawan palace and Museum

Umaid Bhawan palace and Museum
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Historical & Heritage | Museum
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : INR 30/- for Indians, INR 100/- for foreign tourists.
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 10.0 KM from Jodhpur
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 - 2 Hours
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • My Holiday Happiness5 package starts from ₹ 11550.00
  • My Holiday HappinessTravel Tips • Carry a water bottle for hydration. • Always hire a licensed guide for the tour. • Do not touch the artefacts in the museum. • Photography is not allowed inside the museum. • Keep your belongings safe

Umaid bhawan palace is considered one of the largest private residences in the world. It is presently owned by Gaj Singh, grandson of Maharaja Umaid Singh whom the palace is named after and a part of this palace is managed by Taj Hotels. Umaid bhawan palace is the main residence of the Jodhpur royal family. The palace has 347 rooms. The foundation of this marvellous palace was carried out on 18th November 1929 by Maharaja Umaid Singh and it finished construction in the year 1943. Umaid bhawan palace is divided into three parts; The residence of the royal family, A lavish and luxurious Taj Palace hotel and a museum which focuses on the history of Jodhpur royal family.  Umaid bhawan palace and Museum is offered in various JODHPUR TOUR PACKAGES.
    
Umaid bhawan museum

The palace which is converted into a museum is an architectural marvel which still stands after 75 years. The museum was completed in 1943 and its Chief architects were Vidyadhar Bhattacharya and Sir S.S. Jacob. The museum features exceptional artistic murals, miniature paintings and unusual household objects which cannot be found in today's household. When visiting there, one should definitely not miss the vintage car collection which was used by the Maharajas; it is now put on display in the front garden of the bhawan. All of these quirks make this Palace and museum a mustplaces to visit in Jodhpur. Best time to visit the Umaid bhawan palace and Museum remains during winters between the months October to March. This place is the perfect option for family vacations and holidays.

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Popular Umaid Bhawan palace and Museum Tour Packages

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Ex-Jaipur
8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Accomodation
  • Transportation
  • Sightseeing
  • Breakfast
  • Water Bottle
8 days trip from Jaipur | Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour | 2N Jaipur 2N Udaipur 1N Jodhpur 2N Jaisalmer
₹26800.00₹24500.00
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Ex-Udaipur
6 Days / 5 Nights
  • Accomodation
  • Transportation
  • Sightseeing
  • Breakfast
  • Water Bottle
6 days trip from Udaipur | Udaipur, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour Package | 2N Udaipur 1N Jodhpur 2N Jaisalmer
₹18200.00₹16800.00
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Ex-Jodhpur
4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Accomodation
  • Transportation
  • Sightseeing
  • Breakfast
  • Water Bottle
4 days trip from Jodhpur | Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour Package | 1N Jodhpur 2N Jaisalmer
₹13500.00₹11550.00
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Ex-Jodhpur
5 Days / 4 Nights
  • Accomodation
  • Transportation
  • Sightseeing
  • Breakfast
  • Water Bottle
5 days trip from Jodhpur | Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour | 2N Jodhpur 2N Jaisalmer
₹16600.00₹14800.00
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Ex-Jodhpur
7 Days / 6 Nights
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  • Transportation
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  • Breakfast
  • Water Bottle
7 Days Trip from Jodhpur | Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jaipur | 1N Jodhpur 2N Jaisalmer 1N Bikaner 2N Jaipur
₹23800.00₹21200.00