Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a desert city in Rajasthan, known for Mehrangarh Fort on a rocky ridge and for the blue-painted houses of its old quarter.
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Jodhpur is a city in western Rajasthan, on the edge of the Thar Desert. Rao Jodha of the Rathore clan founded it in 1459, and the old city grew up below the ridge where Mehrangarh Fort stands. Go for the fort, whose museum shows the palaces and collections of the Rathore rulers, and for the blue-painted houses that give the old quarter its nickname, the Blue City.
Most visitors spend their time in Sardar Market, a maze of narrow lanes near the Ghanta Ghar clock tower where spices, textiles and handicrafts are sold. Umaid Bhawan Palace, built in the 1930s and 1940s, is partly a hotel. October to March is the most comfortable season, with cooler days. Jodhpur suits travelers who want history and a desert-edge city without a long schedule. Two nights is enough to see the fort, walk the old city and spend a morning in the market.
Jodhpur in five
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort early, then walk downThe fort sits on a cliff above the old city. Go when it opens to beat the heat, use the audio guide for the museum rooms, then walk down through the lanes into the market.Rajasthan guide
- Wander Brahmpuri for the blue housesThe blue-washed lanes below the fort are lived-in neighborhoods, so keep voices low, ask before photographing doorways and watch for scooters in narrow lanes.
- Eat and shop around the Clock TowerSardar Market and the Clock Tower square are the old city's center for spices, textiles and snacks. Go in the late afternoon, and eat the local sweets and lassi at counters with a queue.
- Add Jodhpur between Jaisalmer and UdaipurJodhpur is the natural hinge in a western Rajasthan loop: about 5 hours by road from Jaisalmer and from Udaipur. Book trains early or hire a car and driver.Udaipur
- Pick the right seasonWinter days are ideal for the fort's stone staircases. From April the old city heats up quickly, and midday walking becomes unpleasant.
Things to do in Jodhpur
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Need to know
- Airport
- Jodhpur (JDH), a short taxi ride from the old city
- Getting there
- Train or about 5 to 6 hours by road from Jaipur; flights from Delhi
- Getting around
- Walking in the old city; app cabs and autos beyond
- Best base
- Near the Clock Tower and Sardar Market, below the fort
- Time needed
- 2 nights; 1 if you are pressed
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryClear1 rainy dayHigh24°Low11°Cool, clearJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 6 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, clear
- FebruaryClear0 rainy daysHigh28°Low15°Warm, clearFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, clear
- MarchClear1 rainy dayHigh33°Low20°WarmingMarchClear
Mixed
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 3 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warming
- AprilClear1 rainy dayHigh39°Low25°Very hotAprilClear
Poor
- High
- 39°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 2 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Very hot
- MayClear2 rainy daysHigh41°Low28°Peak heatMayClear
Poor
- High
- 41°
- Low
- 28°
- Precipitation
- 17 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Peak heat
- JuneClear6 rainy daysHigh39°Low29°Pre-monsoonJuneClear
Poor
- High
- 39°
- Low
- 29°
- Precipitation
- 57 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Pre-monsoon
- JulyRain14 rainy daysHigh35°Low28°MonsoonJulyRain
Poor
- High
- 35°
- Low
- 28°
- Precipitation
- 147 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Monsoon
- AugustRain15 rainy daysHigh33°Low26°MonsoonAugustRain
Poor
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 184 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Monsoon
- SeptemberClear6 rainy daysHigh34°Low26°HumidSeptemberClear
Poor
- High
- 34°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 60 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Humid
- OctoberClear1 rainy dayHigh35°Low23°Dussehra, warmOctoberClear
Mixed
- High
- 35°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 9 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dussehra, warm
- NovemberClear1 rainy dayHigh30°Low18°PleasantNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 5 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Pleasant
- DecemberClear1 rainy dayHigh26°Low13°Cool, busyDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 2 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, busy
Average daily high and low in Jodhpur, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
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- Mon35°22°0%Monday: Clear. High 35°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
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Mid-market rate1 USD = 95.08 INR
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Day trips by train
- Mandore Gardensabout 20 min by auto or taxiOld cenotaphs and gardens, a quieter break from the old city.
- Bishnoi village safariabout half a day by jeepA jeep trip through villages with wildlife and crafts; choose a guide with a clear itinerary.
- Osian templesabout 1.5 hours by roadA cluster of old Hindu and Jain temples at the edge of the desert.
Before you go to Jodhpur
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Rules for Jodhpur, checked
- Most foreign nationals need an Indian visa before arrival. Apply through the official e-Visa portal and check eligibility there.Source
- Remove your shoes before entering temples and some havelis, and cover shoulders and knees at religious sites.
- Read the FCDO travel advice for India before you fly for current entry and safety notes.Source
Plan around Jodhpur
Entry rules, regions and trip planning
Read the guideJaisalmerGolden fort and desert camps, about 5 hours west
Read the guideUdaipurLake palaces, about 5 to 6 hours south
Read the guidePushkarA lake town on the road toward Jaipur
Read the guideJaipur, Jodhpur or UdaipurWhich Rajasthan city to pick first
Read the guideMoney in IndiaCash, cards and ATM habits
Read the guideJodhpur FAQ
How many days do you need in Jodhpur?
Two nights give you Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, the Blue City lanes and an evening in the market without hurry. One night works only as a stop between Jaisalmer and Udaipur.
Why is Jodhpur called the Blue City?
Many old houses around Mehrangarh are painted blue, a color traditionally linked to Brahmin households, though the habit has spread. The best view of the blue lanes is from the fort walls.
Is Jodhpur or Jaipur better?
Jaipur has more big monuments and a bigger city; Jodhpur is more compact with one huge fort and an easier old-city pace. Pick Jaipur first if you only have time for one.
Is Jodhpur worth visiting?
Yes. Mehrangarh Fort is one of the strongest forts in Rajasthan and the old city is walkable. It is a smaller, quieter stop than Jaipur but needs a full day to see properly.
How do you get from Jodhpur to Udaipur?
About 5 to 6 hours by road, which makes a car and driver the common choice. Check trains and buses on the day, because services are limited and times vary.