If the state of Rajasthan were to be symbolized it would be a magnificent, royal and dazzling crown, and Udaipur would be one of the most prominent twinkling jewels in that crown. The lavish, regal palaces that stud the city are sure to bedazzle just about anyone. Udaipur tourism welcomes you with the grandeur of the Maharajas!

Udaipur is a paradise full of lakes constructed by the “Rajahs” of the Mewar kingdom. These man-made marvels dot the picturesque city of Udaipur and make it a tourist attraction par excellence. As a result, the place has received the apt moniker of “city of lakes”. The Forts and Palaces in Udaipur are enchanting and deserve a visit.

A trip to Udaipur is certainly a tour back in time. But isn’t just any time that you will visit though! Udaipur takes you back into the golden era of India when there were wealthy royals and beloved kings. You get to hear the stories of the valor as well as their lavishness. There is a legacy of their amazing architecture as well as their brave feats and their political cunning. If you want to explore this era gone by, Udaipur is certainly the place to be. Explore the best of a city with our Udaipur Itinerary 2 Days!

Udaipur Travel Tips

Essential travel information and Udaipur tips for your visit

Essential Information:

Time Zone- GMT +5.30

Currency- Indian Rupee

Electricity and Internet-  

Electricity is 220-240 volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. You get fast speed internet. Wi-fi is available in most of the accommodations. There are internet cafes available all across the city. 

Languages- Mewari is the major spoken language. However, people also understand Hindi and English.

Security-

Tourist Police: 0294-24126

Police Control Room: 0294-2414600, 100

General Hospital: 0294 2528811

Railway Enquiry: 131, 139

Tourist Traps-

Avoid signing up for guides on the spot. They might charge you more. Only go for authorised guides.

Udaipur Tours for you

The best tours and activities in the city, guided by experts to give you a local insight to the best of Udaipur

• Sightseeing Tours
• Culture & Theme Based Tours
• Food & Nightlife Tours
• Outdoor & Nature Tours
• Cruises
• Classes & Workshops Tours
• Tickets & Passes
• Transfers & Transportation

Facts and Stats for Udaipur*

• Pollution Statistics in Udaipur

  Know the pollution level of Udaipur before you plan your visit.

  • Air Pollution 50.86 (Moderate)
  • Water Pollution 73.91 (High)
  • Noise and Light Pollution 63.54 (High)
  • Unattended dirt and garbage 48.91 (Moderate)
  • Drinking Water Pollution and Inaccessibility 48.96 (Moderate)
  • Dissatisfaction with Garbage Disposal 65.63 (High)
  • Dissatisfaction to Spend Time in the City 41.35 (Moderate)
  • Dissatisfaction with Green zones and parks 31.25 (Low)

• Udaipur: Crime and Safety

  How safe is Udaipur for tourists? Understand risks and safety concerns that can hamper your travel experience in Udaipur.

  • Burglary and Theft 56.25 (Moderate)
  • Mugging and Robbery 37.5 (Low)
  • Assault and Armed Robbery 43.75 (Moderate)
  • Corruption and Bribery 81.25 (Very High)
  • Car Stealing 31.25 (Low)
  • Robbery of Car belongings 41.67 (Moderate)
  • Attacks 50 (Moderate)
  • Drug offense 62.5 (High)
  • Safety walking alone during daylight 75 (High)
  • Safety walking alone during night 43.75 (Moderate)
  • Insulting and offensive behaviour 50 (Moderate)
  • Hate crime due to Racism, Religion, ethnic origin 25 (Low)
  • Property crimes and Vandalism 58.33 (Moderate)

• Living in Udaipur - Quality of Life

  • Safety Index 51.47 (Moderate)
  • Pollution Index 61.64 (High)
  • Traffic Commute Time Index 19.5 (Very Low)
  • Cost of Living Index 23.88 (Very Low)
  • Health Care Index 65.28 (High)
  • Property Price to Income Ratio 5.28 (Low)
  • Purchasing Power Index 72.59 (Moderate)

  • Indices such as Quality of life, Climate & Healthcare index are good to be high whereas others such as Property price, Traffic & Cost of living Index are good to be low.

• Cost for Essentials in Udaipur

  Here's how much it will cost to shop in Udaipur

  • Local calling per minute on Prepaid mobile 0.01 USD
  • International Movie per seat 2.91 USD
  • Summer clothing in a chain store 32.69 USD
  • Pair of Basic Nike Shoes 36.32 USD
  • Pair of Basic Levis Jeans 25.67 USD

*Stats and figures mentioned are crowd-sourced ​and subjected to change without notice.