Bikaner City Guide
Bikaner is a historic desert city of Rajasthan, known for its grand forts, camel culture, and world-famous snacks. Located in the Thar Desert, Bikaner offers royal architecture, vibrant bazaars, and a quieter heritage experience compared to other tourist hubs.
📍 Quick Facts
StateRajasthan
Famous ForJunagarh Fort & Bikaneri Bhujia
Ideal Duration1–2 Days
LanguagesHindi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetGood 4G in city areas
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Oct – MarBest weather for sightseeing
Apr – JunVery hot summer season
Jul – SepDry monsoon, fewer tourists
FestivalsWinter cultural events
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏰 Heritage
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Junagarh FortMagnificent fort with palaces & museums
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Lalgarh PalaceIndo-Saracenic royal palace
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Bhandasar Jain TempleOrnate 15th-century temple
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Gajner PalaceLakeside hunting lodge
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Bikaneri BhujiaFamous spicy snack
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Gatte Ki SabziTraditional Rajasthani curry
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KachoriPopular local breakfast
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RasgullaBikaner-style sweet
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Kote Gate MarketSnacks, sweets & souvenirs
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Station RoadLocal shopping street
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Namkeen ShopsAuthentic Bikaneri snacks
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HandicraftsLeather & camel products
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Camel Breeding FarmUnique camel research center
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Sunset at GajnerPeaceful lakeside views
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Old City WalkExplore historic streets
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Cultural ShowsLocal folk performances
🗺 Suggested Bikaner Itinerary
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Day 1Junagarh Fort · Old City · Markets
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Day 2Gajner Palace · Camel Farm · Departure
🚆 How to Reach Bikaner
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Bikaner Airport (BKB)Domestic flights · From ₹3,000
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Bikaner JunctionDirect trains · From ₹300
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Bikaner Bus StandRoadways buses · From ₹250
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TaxiJaipur ↔ Bikaner · From ₹5,500
🏨 Where to Stay in Bikaner
Luxury Hotels
Mid-Range Hotels
Budget & Homestays
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Lalgarh Palace HotelRoyal palace heritage stay
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Gajner PalaceLakeside luxury heritage hotel
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Narendra BhawanModern luxury heritage property
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Vesta Bikaner PalacePremium palace-style hotel
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Hotel Harasar HaveliCentral heritage hotel
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Hotel Raj Vilas PalaceComfortable mid-range stay
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Hotel Bhairon VilasOld-world charm hotel
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Hotel Basant ViharBusiness-friendly hotel
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Zostel BikanerBudget backpacker hostel
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Guesthouse StaysAffordable local homes
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Hotel Jaswant BhawanSimple budget rooms
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Hotel SagarLow-cost central stay
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Chhotu Motu JoshiFamous Rajasthani thali
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Heeralal’s RestaurantTraditional vegetarian meals
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Gallops RestaurantMulti-cuisine dining
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Sky View CaféCasual rooftop café
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Gajner · 30 kmLakeside palace & wildlife
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Deshnok · 30 kmKarni Mata Temple
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Nokha · 50 kmTraditional desert town
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light cotton clothes
Winter – Warm layers at night
Desert – Sunglasses & scarf
Temples – Modest attire
🎉 Festivals
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Bikaner Camel FestivalJanuary · Camel races & folk dance
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DiwaliCity-wide celebrations
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Rajasthan DayCultural programs