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Taj Lake Palace

The white palace that seems to float on Pichola.

Hotel guests and diners only—Jag Niwas island

Built in 1746 as a royal summer palace, Jag Niwas is now a hotel. Most visitors see it from a boat or from the City Palace terraces.

Good to know

  • Entry is only for hotel guests or restaurant reservations.

Taj Lake Palace: quick answers

What is the entry fee for Taj Lake Palace?

Entry to Taj Lake Palace: Hotel guests and diners only. Fees were last checked in October 2026 and change often, so confirm at the counter.

How much time do you need at Taj Lake Palace?

Time needed at Taj Lake Palace: View from the boat.

When is the best time to visit Taj Lake Palace?

Best time to visit Taj Lake Palace: from a sunset boat.

Where is Taj Lake Palace?

Taj Lake Palace is at Jag Niwas island, Udaipur, Rajasthan.

Taj Lake Palace from City Palace. Photo: Navneet Sharma, CC BY-SA 4.0

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