Jaipur is inexpensive, with most costs coming from entry tickets and shopping.
Is Jaipur expensive?
Inexpensive for most visitors. Jaipur is inexpensive, with most costs coming from entry tickets and shopping.
Money, cards and tipping
Currency: Indian rupee (INR).
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants if no service charge; a small tip for guides and drivers.
Where to save money
- Buy the composite ticket if you plan to see several monuments.
- Eat at local thalis and small restaurants.
- Bargain politely in markets.
Where it is worth spending
- A heritage palace stay.
- A private driver for the forts.
Free things to do in Jaipur
- The old city's bazaars
- Albert Hall's exterior
- Sunset at Nahargarh viewpoint
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Jaipur budget questions
What currency is used in Jaipur?
Indian rupee (INR).
Is tipping expected in Jaipur?
About 10% in restaurants if no service charge; a small tip for guides and drivers.
How can I save money in Jaipur?
Buy the composite ticket if you plan to see several monuments. Eat at local thalis and small restaurants. Bargain politely in markets.