Sight guide · Udaipur · India
Visiting Jagdish Temple
Built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh I, this Hindu temple to Lord Vishnu stands on a high plinth at the top of a steep staircase near the City Palace gate.
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Quick answer
Jagdish Temple is a religious site in Lal Ghat, Udaipur. Allow 45 minutes; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Religious site
- Area
- Lal Ghat
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, history and architecture
- Best months
- July–September
About Jagdish Temple
Built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh I, this Hindu temple to Lord Vishnu stands on a high plinth at the top of a steep staircase near the City Palace gate. Its walls and spire are covered in carvings of deities, dancers, elephants and musicians.
Tip: Visit during the morning or evening aarti prayers to hear devotional singing, remove your shoes and dress modestly.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 45 minutes.
- Cost: Free — no ticket needed for the main area.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Lal Ghat, old-city lanes between Jagdish Temple and the lake, full of rooftop guesthouses.
Best time to visit Jagdish Temple
To avoid the biggest crowds, aim for the quietest of the good months:
- September: 31°C (88°F) highs, about 5 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- July: 31°C (88°F) highs, about 10 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- August: 29°C (84°F) highs, about 11 rainy days, quiet crowds.
When to visit Udaipur has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Udaipur itinerary visits Jagdish Temple on day 1, together with City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli and Ambrai Ghat.
- No. 5 of the 17 sights in our Udaipur things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
- Listed in free things to do in Udaipur.
- One of the picks in historic sites in Udaipur.
Near Jagdish Temple
Also in Lal Ghat, so you can walk between them:
- Bagore Ki Haveli — 1.5–2 hours, low cost
- City Palace — 2–3 hours, mid-priced
- Gangaur Ghat — 30 minutes, free
If you like Jagdish Temple
- Ahar Cenotaphs — Ahar, 1 hour
Staying near Jagdish Temple
Stay in Lal Ghat ($$) to walk here: old-city lanes between Jagdish Temple and the lake, full of rooftop guesthouses. All areas to stay in Udaipur.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Jagdish Temple?
Plan 45 minutes. With Bagore Ki Haveli nearby, it fits a half-day in Lal Ghat.
+Is Jagdish Temple free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Jagdish Temple?
July–September, the quietest of the good months. Visit during the morning or evening aarti prayers to hear devotional singing, remove your shoes and dress modestly.
+Do I need to book Jagdish Temple in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.