One of the earliest established cities, Bikaner displays its ancient richness through palaces and forts, built of red sandstone that has sand out with the passage of time. This city has world’s best riding camels and that is why it is called “Camel Country”.

So, before you plan a trip, get all the details of Bikaner.

• Currency – Indian Rupee                                                      
• Location – Located in the state of Rajasthan
• Best Time to Visit – October to March
  

How to Reach

By Air

The nearest airport to Bikaner is Jodhpur Airport. (250kms away)

By Train

You can reach Bikaner by rail services connecting the city to various destinations including Jaipur, Jodhpur and Delhi.

By Road

Bikaner is very well connected to Jodhpur (250kms), Jaisalmer (300kms) and Mandawa (200kms).

Places to See in Bikaner

1. Junagarh Fort

Its unique mixture of Mughal and Gujarati architecture has attracted many tourists from around the world. This unconquered fort still stands tall and narrated its glorious past.

Entry Fees:

• Fort Museum: INR 30 for Indians, INR 150 for Foreigners

Opening hours:

• Fort Museum: 10am to 5pm (daily)
• Prachina Museum: 9am to 6pm (daily)

Nearby Places to Eat:

Gallops Restaurant and Coffee House, Umed Misthan Bhandar, The Garden Café & Restaurant, Jeeman Restaurant,Karni Dan

2. Lalgarh Palace

Lalgarh palace is truly one of the most beautiful palaces in Bikaner. Its blend of Rajput, Mughal and European architecture style with beautiful red sandstone makes it special.

Sadul Museum

Entry Fees: INR 10 for Indians, INR 20 for Foreigners

Opening Hours: 10am to 5:30pm (Monday – Saturday)

Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum

Entry Fees: INR 5

Opening Hours: 10am to 5pm (Monday – Thursday, Saturday – Sunday)

Nearby Places to Eat:

Kings Pavilion Restaurant, Heeralal’s  Restaurant, Chunni Lal Tanwar Sarbat Wale, Lalji Restaurant, Restaurant Moomal

3. Laxmi Niwas Palace

Laxmi Niwas Palace is the former residence of Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner. This graceful red sandstone structure is now converted into a hotel and is run by Golden Triangle Fort & Palace Pvt Ltd.

Entry Fees:

• Palace: INR 150 per person
• Museum: INR 60 per person

Opening Hours: 9:30am to 5pm (daily, except Monday)

Nearby Places to Eat:

Gallops Restaurant and Coffee House, The Palace Kitchen, Heeralal’s Restaurant, Hotel Ganesh Restaurant, Sattvic Multi-Cuisine Restaurant

4. Gajner Palace & Wildlife Sanctuary

This palace is situated in dense forest and tourists can spot the flocks of migratory birds in the area.

It also has a wildlife sanctuary that has a famous hunting ground of the royal family.

Entry Fees: INR 100 per person

Opening Hours: All week, 24×7

Nearby Places to Eat:

Hotel Chanakya & Restaurant, The Palace Kitchen, The Garden café & restaurant, Shakti dining & roads runner café, Bnb & Shiv Sagar Restaurant

Fun Things to Do in Bikaner

• Camel Safari in Thar Desert
• Attend the popular Camel Festival – held in January every year
• Visit the famous Karni Mata Temple
• Enjoy the real Rajasthani delicacies and cuisine
• Experience the luxury at Laxmi Vilas Palace
• Beat the heat at Skybird Water Park

Shopping Places

• KOTE GATE – Kundan jewelry, handicrafts, traditional clothes, artifacts, utensils
• STATION ROAD MARKET – cotton fabrics, leather jootis, leather chairs
• MAHATMA GANDHI ROAD MARKET – glittery bangles, glass embroidered lehangas and chunnis

What to Expect? / Tips

• You must visit Bikaner city in the winter months as the weather is very pleasant. Summer heat is very draining, so it’s important to take measures to avoid getting dehydrated (if you visit in the hottest months).
• Rajasthani Food is very spicy and flavorful, so if you have any disease or are allergic to spices, just beware.
• Best time to visit Bikaner is during the month of January – at the time of Camel Festival.

Where to stay?

There are great accommodation options throughout Bikaner.

Some of them are as follows-

• Narendra Bhawan Bikaner
• Tanisha Heritage Haveli
• Hotel Chirag
• Vesta Bikaner Palace
• Hotel Jaswant Bhawan
• Rao Bikaji Camel Safari

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