Udaipur guide
The Chronicles sits in Haridas Ji Ki Magri, on the quiet western side of Lake Pichola. Almost everything worth seeing in Udaipur is within a 15-minute walk or a short auto-rickshaw ride. Here is how our team would spend your days.
12 places near the hotel
Distances are approximate road distances from the hotel.
Udaipur’s most famous lake, with the City Palace rising from its eastern shore and the white Lake Palace floating in the middle. Take a boat from the City Palace jetty to Jag Mandir island, then walk to Ambrai Ghat for the classic sunset view of the palace.
A 16th-century complex of courtyards, mirrored halls, balconies and museums built over four centuries by the Maharanas of Mewar. Allow at least two to three hours, and go early to avoid the crowds.
A beautifully carved Indo-Aryan temple from 1651, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, a short walk uphill from the City Palace gate. Visit during the evening aarti for the bells and chanting.
An 18th-century haveli on Gangaur Ghat, now a museum of Mewari life. In the evening its courtyard hosts the Dharohar folk dance show — puppets, ghoomar and the famous pot-balancing dance.
The two most photogenic ghats on Lake Pichola. Gangaur Ghat has the triple-arched gateway; Ambrai Ghat, on our side of the lake, has the unbeatable view of the City Palace lit up at night.
A breezier, more local lake with a long promenade, boating to Nehru Park and street food along the Pal. Moti Magri hill above it has a memorial to Maharana Pratap and fine views.
The “garden of the maidens” — lawns, lotus pools, marble elephants and fountains built for the royal ladies of the court. A pleasant, shaded hour in the middle of the day.
A hilltop palace inside a wildlife sanctuary with a 360° view of the lakes, the city and the Aravallis. Take the shared jeep from the gate up to the top.
A short cable-car ride from Deendayal Park up Machla Magri hill for a sweeping view over Lake Pichola and the old city.
Shop for miniature paintings, leather juttis, silver jewellery, block-printed textiles and bandhani around Hathi Pol, Bada Bazaar and the lanes near Jagdish Temple.
A rural arts and crafts village near Fateh Sagar showcasing traditional homes, crafts and folk performances from Rajasthan, Gujarat, Goa and Maharashtra. Especially lively during the December crafts fair.
The Maharana of Mewar’s collection of classic cars, including Rolls-Royces and a Cadillac used in a James Bond film. A fun stop for car lovers.
A 2-day Udaipur itinerary
Plan your trip
October to March is peak season, with sunny days of 22–30°C. July to September brings the monsoon — full lakes, green hills and dramatic skies. April to June is hot but quiet.
Fly into Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR), about 25 km from the hotel, with direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and other cities. Udaipur City railway station (6.5 km) has direct trains from Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai and Ahmedabad. By road, Udaipur is about 260 km from Ahmedabad and 400 km from Jaipur.
Travel questions
Our front desk can book boat rides, cars for sightseeing and day trips. See our rooms or ask us on WhatsApp.
Two full days cover the highlights — the City Palace, Lake Pichola, the ghats and Sajjangarh. Three to four days let you add a day trip to Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur and enjoy the city at a slower pace.
October to March is the most comfortable, with pleasant days and cool nights. The monsoon (July to September) fills the lakes and turns the hills green. April to June is hot, but hotel rates are at their lowest.
Stay close to Lake Pichola. Haridas Ji Ki Magri, where The Chronicles is, is quieter and greener than the crowded old city, yet within a short walk or auto ride of the ghats, City Palace and bazaars.
Kumbhalgarh Fort (about 85 km) and the Ranakpur Jain temples (about 90 km) make a classic full-day trip. Chittorgarh Fort (about 115 km) and the temple towns of Nathdwara and Eklingji are also popular. Our front desk can arrange a car and driver.
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