Palace of Wind (Hawa Mahal) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Palace of Wind. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• 3-Hour Morning Bike Tour of Jaipur

• 3-Days Private Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur by Car

• 3-Day Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur Private Tour - India Golden Triangle

• 4-Day Private Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Jaipur From New Delhi

• Jaipur Day Trip from Delhi by Car or Train – All Inclusive

Admission tickets for the Palace of Wind cost 600 rupees for international adults and 33 rupees for international students with a valid ID. Indian nationals get discounted entry for 100 rupees, while Indian students pay 50 rupees. Jaipur bike tours that pass the palace cost from US$32.

Yes, the Palace of Wind is well worth visiting—even if you just stop to admire the exterior, which is a sublimely pink example of Rajput architecture. Inside, you'll find cool, shady areas with brightly colored stained-glass windows that create vibrant illusions of light and color.

Per one customer who booked the Jaipur Day Trip from Delhi by Car or Train – All Inclusive, "Brajesh is such a kind and knowledgeable guide! Great for solo female travelers! The driver was also great at navigating the busy roads!"

The Palace of Wind (Hawa Mahal) was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh as an extension of the City Palace. The 5-story building features more than 900 lattice-work windows that allowed the ladies of the royal court to view the outside without being seen and let in wind to help cool the complex.

The Palace of Wind is near the Badi Choupad roundabout in central Jaipur. It’s within walking distance of the city center. From elsewhere in Jaipur, it’s easiest to take a taxi or auto-rickshaw. The bus also stops nearby, at the J.D.A market stop. Some sightseeing tours include transfers to the Palace of Wind.

The best time of the year to visit the Palace of Wind is from October to March when the temperature is most pleasant. The museum inside the Palace of Wind is closed on Friday and Saturday. It’s best to see the Palace of Wind in the early morning light.

Yes, you can explore the interior of the Palace of Wind (Hawa Mahal). There is an entrance fee to access the interior. There is a small museum and fantastic views of Jaipur from the top. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes to walk up the ramps that connect the five floors.

Many sightseeing tours in Jaipur include a stop at the Palace of Wind (Hawa Mahal). Not all tours enter the building, though some do and will have a guide to provide more insights into the history and significance of the building. You can also explore on your own with an audio guide.

Yes, the Palace of Wind (Hawa Mahal) is near several other top attractions in Jaipur. The City Palace complex is just a short walk away, which includes the Mubarak Mahal (Welcome Palace) and its Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum of artifacts, textiles, and weapons. Also nearby is the Jantar Mantar observatory.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Palace of Wind. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Jaipur:

• Jal Mahal

• Mubarak Mahal

• Jantar Mantar

• City Palace

• Nahargarh Fort 

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Jaipur.