In Jaipur
Palace About 15 km from usAlso called the Water Palace
Jal Mahal
Jal Mahal, the water palace in Man Sagar Lake: why you can't go inside, where to stand for the view, and how to fit it into your drive to Amber.
Some pictures are illustrations. The real places may look a little different.
Why go
- From us
- About 15 km
- Time needed
- 20–30 minutes
- Best time
- Sunrise or late afternoon
- Entry
- Free to view
A palace afloat
Maharaja Madho Singh I made Jal Mahal his hunting lodge in the lake. It has five floors, and when the lake is full, four of them are under water. What you see is the top storey, sitting on its own reflection.
Where to see it
The palace isn't open to visitors. The promenade along Man Sagar Lake gives you the classic view, and it's on the road to Amber, so stop on the way out or on the way back. Mornings are quiet. Evenings bring snack stalls and families out for a stroll.
Plan your visit
- Entry
Free, from the lakeside promenade
The palace itself isn't open to visitors.
- Getting there
About 15 km, on the Amber road
Checked on 2 November 2026. Hours, prices and rules change, so check before you set out, or ask us on the morning.
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Tips from the family
- Stop on the way to Amber Fort
- Come early for a still lake and soft light
Questions people ask
See it with us
Days we plan for guests, with a car and driver from our door.
