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Getting around Jaipur

How to travel around Jaipur — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Last updated 2026-08-09

1. Auto-rickshaw

Auto-rickshaw
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The default for the walled city, where cars struggle with the lanes.

Watch outCheap all-day sightseeing rates that come with compulsory stops at commission-paying shops.

2. Jaipur Metro

Jaipur Metro
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A single line through the newer parts of the city; limited use for the old town.

3. Cycling the walled city

Cycling the walled city
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The grid laid out in 1727 is regular and flat, and mornings are quiet enough to ride.

4. Hired car for forts

Hired car for forts
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Amber, Jaigarh and Nahargarh are spread out; a car for the day is the practical option.

5. Walking the bazaars

Walking the bazaars
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Johari, Bapu and Tripolia bazaars are best on foot, and the old city is compact.

Booking apps in India

Agreeing the fare in an app before you travel removes the argument at the end of the journey, which is where most transport scams happen. Links go to each app's official page — lookalike apps are themselves a scam.

Uber

Cars, autos and motorbikes with the fare shown before booking.

Ola

The main Indian ride-hailing operator, covering cars, autos and bikes.

Rapido

Motorbike-taxi first, and usually the fastest way across a congested city.

IRCTC Rail Connect

The official Indian Railways booking app — the only legitimate source for reserved tickets.

Namma Yatri

Zero-commission auto-rickshaw booking run with driver unions, cheaper than the aggregators.

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