Are you planning a quick weekend trip to Udaipur? And searching on Google about “Udaipur places to visit in 2 days.” Look no further, In this article, I will give you a complete list of the must-visit places of Udaipur. All the places given in the list can be explored within 2 days if you plan carefully your itinerary.
Whether you have an interest in history, nature lover, or are simply in search of a quick escape from a busy life, Udaipur has something for everyone. From the luxury City Palace to the romantic Lake Pichola, join me on this exciting journey of Udaipur’s most famous destinations.
Let’s dive into the rich culture, and historical inheritance that awaits you in the City of Lakes. Let’s plan your perfect weekend escape now!
Udaipur’s 12 must-visit places to visit in 2 days:
Although there are more than 20 places in Udaipur that you can explore, if you have only a limited amount of time, these are the 12 places that, in my opinion, you should not miss. If you’re planning a weekend trip and have only 2 days to explore Udaipur, then divide the 12 places and try to visit 6 places on day 1 and another 6 places on day 2. Feel free to add or remove any places, as per your preference, from your itinerary. So let’s start!
1. City Palace Udaipur
One of the must-visit places in Udaipur is “City Palace Udaipur.” Maharana Udaysingji started its construction after him over the span of 400 years, and with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty, it was completed.
Currently, the city palace is managed by the Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation.
It is India’s second-largest palace. (1st place: Mysore Palace)
City Palace entry opens at 9:30 A.M. in the morning. Below, you can find details on entry fees.
Normal Ticket
| Adult | 300 INR |
| Child (5-18 years) | 100 INR |
| Child (below 5 years) | Free |
| Person with Disability | Free |
Concessional Ticket
| Student (valid id required) | 100 INR |
| Teachers with students’ group | 100 INR |
| Defense/ Paramilitary/ Police/ Senior Citizens | 200 INR |
*Ticket prices are listed here based on my last visit to the place, they may have changed over time by the authority.*
You will need at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the palace so plan your trip accordingly.
Tip: Go early to visit the City Palace when it opens at 9:30 a.m. So you will not find many tourists and take photos without any disturbance.
Check out some of these photos I took during my visit to the City Palace Udaipur.
World famous “Blue Room” in City Palace Udaipur,
There are so many photos I took during my visit, but I want you to see everything by yourself that’s why I will not add more photos here, so with that, let’s talk about 2nd place on our list.
For more information, visit their official website here: City Palace Museum
2. Karni Mata Temple and Ropeway – Udaipur places to visit in 2 days
If you are in Udaipur for a weekend trip, you should definitely plan your visit to ‘Karni Mata Temple.’
This temple was built by Maharana Karan Sinhji in 1620–1628.
Its entrance is located 10 minutes walking distance from Dudh Talai.
You will see an amazing view of Udaipur City from the top. To reach the top, where the temple is, you need to take a ropeway ticket. You can also opt to trek via the stairs.
| Ticket Price | 106 INR |
| Karni Mata Temple Timings | 4:00 am to 7:30 pm |
Karni Mata Temple and ropeway are managed by Karni Mata Vikas Trust.
Udaipur railway station to Karni Mata Temple is around 1.6 kilometers.
When you exit from the ropeway on top, there is a small restaurant where you can have some snacks.
Check out some photos I took when I visited Karni Mata Temple.
You can visit Karni Mata temple before sunset to experience a beautiful sunset from the top. Check out the sunset view in the below image!
3. Pratap Memorial / Moti Magari – Udaipur places to visit in 2 days
This place is situated on the Moti Magri hill. (Pearl Hill) It is a tribute to Maharana Pratap and his loyal horse Chetak.
This memorial was built by Maharana Bhagwat Singh Ji in 1948. If you are interested in the history of the Haldi Ghati battle and Maharana Pratap and Chetak’s inspiring story, this place is a must-visit for you.
You can see a beautiful view of Lake Fateh Sagar and Udaipur city from here. That’s why it is one of the best in Udaipur places to visit in 2 days.
| Pratap Memorial Timings | 7:30 am – 7:30 pm |
| Ticket Price per person | 100 INR |
| Parking (2-wheeler) | 50 INR |
| Parking (4-wheeler) | 150 |
4. Monsoon Palace / Sajjangarh Fort
Monsoon Palace’s actual name is Sajjangarh Fort. It was named after Maharana Sajjnsing of Mewar. He started the construction of this fort, but due to his unfortunate death at a young age, his successor, Maharana Fateh Sing, completed work on this majestic palace.
Situated high in the Aravali hills, this palace offers a vantage point to observe and enjoy the rainy weather during the monsoon.
| Monsoon Palace/Sajjangarh Fort Timings | 9 AM – 5 AM |
| Ticket Price (per person) | 100 INR |
| Parking fee (2-wheeler) | 55 INR |
| Parking fee (4-wheeler) | 303 INR |
Tip: Plan your visit in the morning to avoid the tourist crowd.
Some of my clicks at Monsoon Palace:
5. Bagore ki Haveli (Museum and Cultural show)
Situated on the banks of Lake Pichola at Gangor Ghat in Udaipur city, Bagore ki Haveli is a must-visit if you want to experience authentic Rajasthani culture.
Here you can witness a truly cultural event called ‘Dharohar, a Rajasthani folk dance show.
I suggest you visit Gangor Ghat in the evening and see the beautiful sunset at the Ghat. After that, you can head to watch the Dharohar Show, which will start at 7:00 p.m. and last for an hour.
Must visit any tourist Udaipur places to visit in 2 days!
| Dharohar Cultural Folk Dance Show Timings | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
| Ticket price – Child | 50 INR |
| Adult (Indian) | 100 INR |
| Foreigner | 200 INR |
| Camera charge | 100 INR |
| Show time duration | 1 hour |
At Bagore ki Haveli, there is also a museum. If you want to visit the museum, below are the timings and ticket prices for the museum.
| Bagore ki haveli museum timings | 9:30 to 5:30 |
| Museum ticket price | 55 INR |
6. Fateh Sagar Lake
Fateh Sagar Lake is an artificial lake named after Maharana Fateh Singh of Udaipur and Mewar.
Lake was first constructed in 1687 by Maharana Jai Singh but due to flood, it was washed away in the next 200 years. Thereafter Maharana Fateh Singh reconstructed the lake and build a Dam on the lake in 1889 and renamed it Fateh Sagar Lake.
Things to do at Lake Fateh Sagar:
- Boating during the day: You can enjoy boating in Lake Fateh Sagar during the day. You can visit Nehru Park which is situated in the middle of Fateh Sagar Lake on a small island. To visit Nehru Park you can get a boat ride from near Guru Gobind Singh Park.
- Explore Food Point at Night: Make sure you visit Lake Fateh Sagar’s famous food point at night. The vibe of this place is really unique. If you’re a foodie you will really like this place.
7. Jagdish Temple
Jagdish temple is a Hindu temple in Udaipur that is a must-visit for all tourists. It is situated in the old city of Udaipur.
It was built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh.
Photography is not allowed in the main part of the temple.
Jagdish Temple Timings
| In Summer | In winter |
| 5:00 am to 2:30 pm | 5:30 am to 2:30 pm |
| 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
8. Lake Pichola
Lake Pichola is situated near the City Palace in Udaipur. It is an artificial freshwater lake.
It was built in 1362. It was named after a nearby village, ‘Picholi.’
Here you can enjoy boating on Pichola Lake. To enjoy boating, you need to reach ‘Pichola Lake Boating Point.’
Tip: Avoid boating in Fateh Sagar Lake and experience boating in Pichola Lake. This one has a better experience based on tourists’ reviews.
| Boating Service run by the Government of Rajasthan | Ticket Prices |
| 10 seater boat (Duration= 15 to 20 minutes) | 360 INR |
| 30 seater boat (Duration= 15 to 20 minutes) | 180 INR |
9. Saheliyon ki Bari – Udaipur places to visit in 2 days
Saheliyon ki bari was built by Maharana Sangram Singh II between 1710-1734 for the entertainment of the royal ladies and their maids of honor.
Water flow from Fateh Sagar Lake comes here and enables the beautiful fountains. If you close your eyes and listen to the voice of fountains, you will feel like it’s raining around you.
| Saheliyon ki bari Timings | 9 AM to 7 PM |
| Entry fee (Indian) | 20 INR |
| Entry fee (foreigner) | 100 INR |
10. Ahar Cenotaphs
Now this place is a very unique and lesser-known place in Udaipur.
The Ahar Cenotaphs is a place where more than 250 cenotaphs of Maharanas and Maharanis of Mewar were built.
There are 19 Chhatris (domes) built for 19 Maharanas.
| Ahar cenotaphs Timings | 9:45 am – 5:15 pm |
| Entry fee | None |
| Closed on | Mondays |
Nearby there is a museum called ‘Ahar Museum’ where you can see remains of 4000 years old ‘Ahar Civilization.’
Ahar Museum’s Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM and the entry fee is 3 INR per person.
11. Shilpgram – Udaipur places to visit in 2 days
Shilgram is an artificial Village to showcase the art and crafts of the various cultures and tribes. It is situated west of Udaipur. It is like a live museum where you can see a live performance of the cultural artist performing their folk dance and singing. During December, there is a festival or mela organized where people come from various states to show their art and crafts.
If you are interested in buying art and craft items as a souvenir for your trip to Udaipur, check out some of the small huts where local tribal people create and sell their art pieces here at Shilpgram. Support the local culture and art by purchasing something from them.
Tip: If you’re visiting Udaipur in December, don’t miss the 10-day festival organized here every year from December 21 to December 30.
| Shilpgram Timings | 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Entry fee – Indian Adult | 55 INR |
| Indian child (5-12 years) | 30 INR |
| Foreigner | 120 INR |
| Camera (Photography/videography) | 55 INR |
Check out some of these images of Shilpgram village below.
12. Hathipole market Udaipur
At the end of this journey, I will take you to Udaipur’s best market, where you can do shopping, and give you some general ideas about things to buy in Udaipur.
Welcome to ‘Hathipole Market Udaipur,’ also known as the handicraft market. Here you can buy clothes, bags, and accessories for both men and women. And the best part is that all the items mentioned here showcase Rajasthani culture. That’s why I included ‘Hathipole market’ as one of the places in Udaipur’s places to visit in 2 days.
I suggest you visit Hathipole Market in the morning with ample time to explore the various shops. And don’t forget to bargain!
Check out some images below so you can get an idea of what kind of things you can buy here at Hathipole Bazar.
Conclusion
So here ends our historical journey to Udaipur. I hope you now have enough ideas about which places you can visit during your next trip to Udaipur. What and where to shop and things to do If you have any suggestions or input, let me know in the comments below or find me on social media. Thank you so much for staying till the end.
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FAQs
Udaipur city in Rajasthan state has seven lakes, which is why Udaipur city is also known as The city of lakes.
Udaipur is famous for its artificial lakes, historical places like forts and palaces of the Maharanas of Mewar, and the arts and crafts of Rajasthani culture. Yes, 2 days are enough to explore Udaipur’s best places. 3 days are more than enough.
Yes, Absolutely! Plan your trip in December and don’t forget to visit Shilpgram Festival which is only organized once a year in December!
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