Things to do in Jodhpur

Jodhpur is not just about forts and palaces but also about delicious food, colourful handicrafts, heritage hotels, camel safaris, step-wells and much more. Popularly known as the ‘Blue City’, Jodhpur is endowed with timeless charm. This great destination of Rajasthan offers an array of experiences for every kind of travellers making their Rajasthan holidays memorable.

Treat your taste buds with Jodhpuri food

Here are some amazing places to gorge on delicious delicacies on your Jodhpur tour. 

• Makhaniya Lassi and Peda at Shri Mishrilal Hotel, Clock Tower Rd

The delicious lassi is sweetened, offers an amazing blend of flavours of cardamom, milk, and kewda and topped with churned malai. The texture of lassi is buttery and you can eat it rather than drink. The peda is made with milk caramelized milk achieved by cooking it for hours. They have been serving since 1960.

• Motu Jalebi at Motu Jalebi Wala, Tripolia Bazar

This 150-year-old shop serves lip-smacking jalebi with thin, crispy strands, free from added colours and preservatives. 

• Mawa Kachori at Janta Sweet Home, Station Rd.

Dig into mawa kachori filled with solidified milk, cardamom powder and dry fruits. It is sweet and scrumptious. 

• Malai roti and gulab jamun sabzi at Vijay Restaurant, Main Chowk, Katla

It is made using the rounded cream of sweetened milk, which is then skimmed from the top and beautifully garnished with dry fruits. Gulab jamun ki sabzi complimented with laccha paratha is also delicious. 

• Malai ghevar at Mohanji Mithaiwala, Ada Bazaar Road

Ghevar is a famous sweet of Rajasthan and its festivals are mostly marked with eating and distributing this sweet. Enjoy malai ghevar at Mohanji Mithaiwala and you will be mesmerized. 

• Palak patta chaat at Arora Chat Bhandaar, Nai Sarak, Arora Namkeen

This crispy palak chat is not just delicious but mouth-watering.

Stay in Jodhpur Heritage Hotels

The perfect way to experience the royalty and heritage of Jodhpur is by staying in one of its heritage hotels. Starting from the most luxurious ones to budget heritage properties are available for accommodation. A stay in the heritage hotels of Jodhpur will take you back to a time when kings lived large.  Some of the most popular heritage hotels in Jodhpur are Umaid Bhawan Palace, Devi Bhawan, Fort Chanwa, Haveli Inn Pal, Jhalamand Garh, Karni Bhawan, etc.

Shopping in Jodhpur is a bliss

Jodhpur is replete with several markets offering a variety of handicrafts and other items reflecting the colourful and glorious history of Jodhpur. Here are some of the best markets for shopping in Jodhpur:

Sardar Market: You can buy traditional Rajasthani jewellery, leather goods, spices and other souvenirs. 

Tripolia Market: Known for a variety of clothing items such as lahariya bandhani textiles, traditional footwear, metal furniture, wooden handicrafts, marble statues, etc.

Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) Market: Famous for spices, especially Mathania’s red chillies, embroidered textiles, flavoured tea and antiques. 

Nai Sadak: Visit this market for traditional tie-dye sarees, dupattas, turbans, fabric and leather ware.

Sojati Gate Market: Known for tie-dye clothing, jewellery, handicrafts and get your hands painted with authentic henna patterns. 

Mochi Bazaar: Best place to buy renowned mojaris or juttis and lac bangles.

Enjoy the thrill of Flying Fox

Glide over the wonderful landscape of the famous fort of Jodhpur-Mehrangarh Fort, get a picturesque view of the RaniSer Lake and Chokelao Garden, Rao Jodha Park and enjoy amazing views of the city on your Flying Fox adventure on your Jodhpur tour. This adventure activity is available at Mehrangarh Fort. It is operated daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

Camel Safari at Osian Village

Osian is a quaint village located just 70 km from Jodhpur where you can enjoy a camel safari in the desert while gaping at the bewitching sunset. The sight of the red and golden hues of the setting sun on the sand dunes makes it glisten beautifully. Also, if you plan to stay there then enjoy a traditional Rajasthani dinner on the dunes. It is an experiential activity that you will enjoy thoroughly.

Hike through Rao Jodha Park

The Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park is the perfect place for some hiking. This park aims at restoring the natural ecology of a huge rocky wasteland. This park is dotted with over 80 native species of rock-loving plants from the Thar Desert. There is a walking trail here. With different seasons, the foliage changes.

Visit Toorji Ka Jhalra

It is a magnificent stepwell in Jodhpur that was built by the queen of Maharaja Abhay Singh in 1740. In earlier times, it served as a source of water for the locals. Its architectural prowess and beauty are remarkable. It is very picturesque so click lots of pictures.  

Expedition to Fort Khejarla

It is one of the grandest attractions of Jodhpur, located just 80 km from it. It is a 400-year-old fort set in a rural setting and is also one of the most amazing heritage hotels in Rajasthan. Its Rajput style of architecture is enchanting. You can even plan a stay here and experience the hospitality and royalty of the bygone era of raja-maharajas.

Camping in the Desert

There are several camping opportunities available near Jodhpur. Just relax in your camp, watch the star-studded sky and enjoy the folk performance and delicious food.

Salawas Village tour

It is a beautiful village known for its rugs crafted by the locals. Visit this village, interact with its locals, enjoy local food, experience serenity, and simple life and shop for breathtakingly beautiful rugs. Take a leisurely walk in the village and you will love it! It is located only 20 km from Jodhpur. 

Jodhpur is replete with amazing things to do while you are on your Jodhpur tour. The above-mentioned ones are truly amazing. Don’t miss out on them!