The City Palace is an impressive royal edifice in central Jaipur. Its museum has many fascinating exhibits, such as Benares silks, local hand-colored textiles and embroidery. Look out for the famous atamsukh, a long quilted dress that belonged to Madho Singh I, and a gold encrusted lehanga-choli that one of the Jaipur queens proudly wore at her wedding.

The Hawa Mahal Museum is located within the historic Palace of Winds, one of the country’s most magnificent buildings. Established in 1983, the museum highlights aspects of old Indian traditions, with displays of terracotta, antiquities, arrows and armories. There is also a special collection of objects that belonged to the Maharajas of Jaipur.

The Albert Hall Museum, which opened in 1876, is thought to be the oldest museum in the whole state. It dates back to 1876. Surrounded by the beautiful gardens of Ram Niwas Bagh, this museum holds many interesting artifacts including textiles, pictures, crafts, pottery, weapons, flora and fauna, dolls and even an Egyptian mummy. There is also a famous ornate carpet depicting a Persian garden with running waters.

The Juneja Art Gallery is a branch of the main Archill Gallery. Here you can see contemporary artworks by Indian artists, including both emerging and established names. There is also an exhibition of miniature paintings that are a traditional Indian art form.

Established in 2003, the Samanvai Art Gallery is a modern facility that houses both traditional and contemporary art. Located in Ganpati Plaza, this large art museum has various exhibitions and workshops that attract art lovers from all over Jaipur. Its works include beautiful paintings by famous artists from all over India.

The Gem Palace is the perfect place to buy exceptional jewelry. Celebrities, such as Hollywood stars and princesses have shopped here. Founded in 1852, the palace also holds a number of interesting antique pieces with precious stones that are not for sale, but can be seen and admired.