Things to Do in Jaipur

Experience the history, culture and life of Amber through this spectacular show. Amitabh Bachhan narrates the story of Rajasthani kings with a script written by Gulzar. Don't forget the mosquito repellent. The light show can be watched from outside the fort, but the sound won't be audible from there. Open 7-8PM.

With a capacity of 30,000, this hosts the Rajasthan team and Rajathan Royals in IPL.

These are at the heart of Jaipur. This auditorium is spread over 9.8 acres and includes a computer centre, interactive science museum, an information processing centre, library, a processing planetarium, eight research divisions, a dissemination cell and an auditorium. The auditorium has a seating capacity of 1,350 and is among the largest in India. This auditorium is built up to international conference standards.

An experience in itself, and another "don't miss". Once known as the best cinema India, and still the best in Rajasthan, it offers an overwhelming experience. From the pushing, shoving, and general chaos in the ticket queue, to an audience that laughs, cries, cheers, claps, and consistently talks through the entire film, the Rajmandir provides an insight into Rajasthani culture. The films can be interesting; Masala movies are action, drama, mystery, suspense, and epics all wrapped into one single film, teeming with dances and obligatory wet sari scenes, and unabashedly lifting generous amounts of plot devices from Western films.

Heiwa Heaven is a Jaipur-based luxury resort that hosts parties and destination weddings.

The largest park in Jaipur, at the middle of the city. A big lush green beautiful garden and Rambagh Polo Ground and golf club nearby makes it an enjoyable place. The park also has a long jogging and walking track. A number of migratory and native birds visit the park during the year.

A popular destination among bird enthusiasts, with about 150 bird species flock around the eastern side of the dam every year, including the uncommon lesser whistling-duck and the widespread eastern cattle egret.

Around 18 km from Central Jaipur on the Jaipur-Tonk highway, Chokhi Dhani (Fine Hamlet in Rajasthani dialect) is a kind of virtual village and also a 5-star resort. There are lodging facilities available, but the real attraction is the evening fun-fairs. There are two excellent places to enjoy Rajasthani food served in the traditional mode at their resort. Lalten Restaurant is a more popular place because it is on the main road near the airport and also has other attractions, such as horseback riding, camel riding, bullock cart rides, a maze, boating and kathputli (puppet) shows. Open The restaurants are open from 5-11PM. Traditional Rajasthani dining: Adult: ₹700; Kids up to 3.5 feet high: ₹350; AC Royal Rajasthani Dining: Adult: ₹900; Kids up to 3.5 feet high: ₹500; Multicuisine buffet: Adult: ₹950; Children up to 1 m tall: ₹650.