Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum
Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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- Rakesh_MittalGurugram (Gurgaon), India191 contributionsNothing Special can be droppedNothing Special, can be dropped if you are running on clock. The museum is so small that you will not find anything special which you might have not seen in Mehrangarh Fort. The only thing is you will see a lot pf photos of royal family if that is of your interest. Most of the part of Umaid Bhawan is now hotel which gives royal feel incase you are staying there.Visited December 2022Written 3 January 2023
- Knightsbrisge CoupleLondon, United Kingdom2 contributionsGood but not great.Great museum but doesn’t let you into the hotel so don’t be under any illusions that you can go to the hotel for a cup of tea. Access to the hotel is by booking into it only. No outside guests. Museum was interesting - the palace was build by London architects and finished in 1945. It is spectacular. But you need access to the hotel to see it’s magnificence. I would recommend a one night stay there. It’s worth the money (it’s expensive). The car collection is disappointing as the cars were dusty and labour is cheap in India so we were surprised they weren’t polished every day.Visited February 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 February 2023
- AnjanMandaHyderabad, India2,031 contributionsSymbol of JodhpurThis grand yellow sandstone palace spreads over 26 acres of gardens, popular as one of the largest private residences in the world. It is built between 1928 and 1943, Umaid Bhawan Palace is a magnificent piece of Rajasthan’s heritage, and a symbol of new Jodhpur.The Palace comprises of – the residence of the royal family, a luxury Taj Palace Hotel, and a Museum focusing on the 20th-century history of the Jodhpur Royal Family. The palace was designed as a blend of western technology and Indian architectural features. Don’t miss the vintage car collection which is one the highlights of the museum.Visited December 2022Written 9 February 2023
- Kalpit0302Gurugram (Gurgaon), India177 contributionsRoyal Family HistoryThe museum is all about the royal family of Jodhpur. There are 6 halls having royal family pics, possessions etc. Vintage car museum is worthless as they are just kept with basic details without proper cleaning etc. You can't visit the hotel or restaurant unless you are staying there. Eatables are not allowed inside so plan accordingly. You can keep them at gate with guard. You can visit the place without hiring guard as they don't add much value. There is small cafeteria which provide kulfi, tea etc only.Visited February 2023Travelled with familyWritten 25 February 2023
- devina1991Bengaluru, India551 contributionsVisit the museum to see the beautiful palaceTourists/ visitors can enter this museum by entrance ticket during the visiting hours, which otherwise is a five star hotel which is open only for the room guests of the hotel. The museum is in a part of this palace with a large collections of royal items nicely displayed in glass cases. One should visit this museum to also have nice glimpse of the beautiful palace from the outside which is otherwise not open for local public and touristsVisited February 2023Travelled soloWritten 16 May 2023
- Yuvraj KakadeTalegaon, India21 contributionsOne of few attractions in Jodhpur.The palace is one of the only few tourist attractions of Jodhpur. It's divided into 3 parts as a museum, kings palace and hotel. It's not a old palace, as made very recently. Usually the organise luxury weddings here. You can only access the museum as a tourist which is just a third part of the whole palace. The displays and architecture are beautiful. The garage with vintage cars would be the thing to add and one should definitely see.Visited November 2023Travelled with familyWritten 25 November 2023
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Yuvraj Kakade
Talegaon, India21 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
The palace is one of the only few tourist attractions of Jodhpur. It's divided into 3 parts as a museum, kings palace and hotel. It's not a old palace, as made very recently. Usually the organise luxury weddings here.
You can only access the museum as a tourist which is just a third part of the whole palace. The displays and architecture are beautiful. The garage with vintage cars would be the thing to add and one should definitely see.
You can only access the museum as a tourist which is just a third part of the whole palace. The displays and architecture are beautiful. The garage with vintage cars would be the thing to add and one should definitely see.
Written 26 November 2023
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Nasreen O
Johannesburg, South Africa7 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Mind blowing palaces. The architecture and maintenance of this palace is unbelievable. You have to be there to feel the energy.
Written 10 November 2023
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Kapil Das
New Delhi, India23 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
First of all it's not fort anymore for public. This is house of King's Family which is not or should not be access for all.so why they charged with public just for outside building experience????
Maximum part of building is occupied by Taj Hotel.
Only 6 rooms ( small ) is Museum ??? Wow and that too pictures of their old family rulers , some antic clocks that's it. For this Guides are Charging Rs. 250 ???? This is actually called fraud .You can see all 6 rooms in less than 10 minutes ( including selfy) , but they will tell you that guide will explain 45 minutes tour covering whole museum. I must say they are cheater & advise for all not to hire them if accidentally visited there just have beautiful family photos. ( outside Building) & go for next place.
Maximum part of building is occupied by Taj Hotel.
Only 6 rooms ( small ) is Museum ??? Wow and that too pictures of their old family rulers , some antic clocks that's it. For this Guides are Charging Rs. 250 ???? This is actually called fraud .You can see all 6 rooms in less than 10 minutes ( including selfy) , but they will tell you that guide will explain 45 minutes tour covering whole museum. I must say they are cheater & advise for all not to hire them if accidentally visited there just have beautiful family photos. ( outside Building) & go for next place.
Written 25 October 2023
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PavalikaV
Chennai (Madras), India545 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Hyped up place.
Just one glance from outside is max that one can try.
Inside, there’s no proper lighting, clear invisible information.
One can comfortably give it a miss without even having to regret.
Just one glance from outside is max that one can try.
Inside, there’s no proper lighting, clear invisible information.
One can comfortably give it a miss without even having to regret.
Written 20 October 2023
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regi g
Salem District, India116 contributions
Aug 2023
Quite underwhelming. The architecture is mediocre which is masked by its size. Nothing much to see or admire. Give it a miss if time is limited
Written 5 August 2023
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Blessen Varghese
1 contribution
May 2023 • Family
Class of architecture and old memories being restored. The display of vintage cars is really good. Worth visiting and the get to know the beautiful old things have been put in the museum
Written 27 May 2023
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devina1991
Bengaluru, India551 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
Tourists/ visitors can enter this museum by entrance ticket during the visiting hours, which otherwise is a five star hotel which is open only for the room guests of the hotel. The museum is in a part of this palace with a large collections of royal items nicely displayed in glass cases. One should visit this museum to also have nice glimpse of the beautiful palace from the outside which is otherwise not open for local public and tourists
Written 16 May 2023
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Dirk W
Alexandra Headland, Australia6,448 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
If you're not staying at the hotel, there's not much point in visiting it. Good for some photos from the outside and a quick look at the car collection. It is a grand building.
Written 28 March 2023
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Naushad
18 contributions
Feb 2023
one of the most beautiful palace in India. It is well maintained and decorated. it is still majestic and looks royal.
Written 27 March 2023
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AIWIW
Houston, TX678 contributions
Feb 2023
Must see place in Jodhpur. Grand entrance and decor inside was outstanding. Just sit on the huge royal chairs and get that Royal feling !!
Written 3 March 2023
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Can I pay to stay there as a guest from South Africa?
Sistersvsglobe
Noida, India98 contributions
You can pay to stay at the palace as it is a hotel as well. Considering the present situation it will accept guests according to government guidelines. So i suggest that you look into their website and call on the number to clear your queries.
Stay safe!!!
Christine S
Bayboro, NC21 contributions
What is the entry fee?
D Ary
Brisbane, Australia31 contributions
I think the entry fees are Rs30 for Indian and Rs100 for foreigners.
SourabhZ85
Solapur, India1 contribution
Is luggage room available at the museum.
RKS2014
Ahmedabad, India22 contributions
No luggage room available.
Dr Dharmendra singh
Etawah District, India7 contributions
Is a hole day is sufficient for jodhpurs visit?
Praveen Gupta
Bengaluru, India105 contributions
If you want to just cover important tourist spot like mehrangarh, ummed bhavan (and some shopping) then 1 day could be doable. But i have been there for couple of years and i would recommend to spend at least 2 days. Spent sometime walking the lanes of blue city near the fort, savor some local cuisines, shop from local market. Many would say you can do this in one day but then you would be doing is just for sake of covering the spots and not living those moments, believe me :)
Can we visit on any day of week?
Rohit P
Mumbai, India145 contributions
Yes, this place is open all the 7 days timings are restricted between 9am to 6pm
Two Traveling B
249 contributions
Does it cost money to visit the Palace? If so , how much?
Rohit P
Mumbai, India145 contributions
Yes they charge nominal 30rs for indian guest and 100 for foreign tourist.
Two Traveling B
249 contributions
Does it cost money to visit the Palace? If so , how much?
Rashmi K
Mumbai 12 contributions
it is not possible to visit the Palace unless you are staying there. A part of the palace is with Taj Group .
travellersoul
New Delhi, India4 contributions
If elderly couple are coming alone to see the museum(they cannot climb stairs) will they be comfortable to see the place?
BshriP
Udaipur, India22 contributions
Yes! Its possible for them to visit . They don't have much stairs except at the main entry of the museum. They can take a 4 wheeler till the ticket are and walk up to the museum. There are around 6-8 stairs ( not steep) which leads to the museum so if they can manage that much stairs, they can visit the museum comfortably.
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