City / India

Jaisalmer.

53 spots · 10 creators

We've mapped 56 Jaisalmer spots from 10 creators who actually went — activities & experiences, beaches and beauty and more. Every recommendation keeps its source, its insider tip, and the things tourists usually get wrong.

Nature & Outdoors

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Thar Desert

free 4h

Experience the vast and breathtaking Thar Desert, known for its unique landscapes and off-roading adventures. The desert offers a thrilling way to explore the rugged terrain of Jaisalmer.

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Sam Sand Dunes

free 4h

Sam Sand Dunes offer a unique experience of riding through golden sand dunes, providing breathtaking views and an opportunity to explore the Thar Desert's natural beauty.

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Sam Dunes

luxury 2h

Sam Dunes are a must-visit for travelers in Jaisalmer, offering breathtaking views and unique desert experiences. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, these dunes provide an unforgettable experience.

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Activities & Experiences

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Jeep Safari

Experience the thrill of a jeep safari in the vast desert landscapes around Jaisalmer, offering breathtaking views and an adventure-filled day out.

Camel Safari

Explore the desert on a traditional camel ride, offering a unique and memorable experience of Jaisalmer's natural beauty.

Sunset Point

Witness the stunning sunset views from a designated point in Jaisalmer, providing a serene and picturesque moment to end your day.

Museums & Culture

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PatwonKiHaveli

mid 2h

PatwonKiHaveli is a stunning example of Rajasthani architecture, featuring intricate carvings and rich history. It offers a glimpse into the opulent past of Jaisalmer's wealthy merchants.

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Nightlife

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DJ Party

Enjoy a lively DJ party at the desert camp, providing an energetic and fun-filled evening with music and dancing.

Shopping

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Jewel Caravan

budget

Large choice of silver jewellery, Tibetan jewellery, precious and semi-precious gemstones. Lovely Kashmiri textiles collection. Singing bowls and statues. Friendly service.

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Silk & Cashmere

budget

Scarves, shawls, stalls, kurtas. Silk & cashmere blends, with or without embroidery.

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Indian crafts Boutique-Museum

budget

Nice informative brochures available about jewelry making and different jewelry styles in India, detailed explanations about textile production. Insight into Indian history and local history as well: Jaisalmer, the silk trade, etc. For those interested in alternative medicine, there is even information about ayurveda, chakras and meditation tools. Nicely presented and fairly well researched.

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Bronze statues

budget

Hindu statues in bronze or silver plated Buddha statues. Various collectibles: prayer mills, thangkas, mandalas.

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Shayama Cashmere Store

budget

Mr. Sushil Kumar, the owner, is a very honest and knowledgeable person. In this store, there is a nice collection of cashmere pashmina shawls.

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Silver Jewelry

budget

Silver Rajasthani jewelry (necklaces, bangles, pendants, earrings, rings). Gemstones (rings and pendants), Tibetan jewelry (turquoise & coral inlaid jewelry).

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Hotel

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Night Stay

luxury

Experience a comfortable night's stay at the desert camp, providing a serene and luxurious environment for relaxation.

Big Brand Desert Camp

luxury

This desert camp offers a luxurious stay in Jaisalmer, providing visitors with an immersive experience of Rajasthani culture and comfort. It includes amenities like jeep safaris, camel rides, and cultural performances.

@heritagejumaresort

luxury

@heritagejumaresort is a perfect place to feel the luxury and comfort in the middle of the desert. It offers an unparalleled experience for couples, friends, and families looking to enjoy the cultural richness of Jaisalmer.

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Shanti Residency

mid

It's at a very approachable area on the State High Way No.11. consists of 24 well equipped and well furnished rooms. The facilities include a multi-cuisine restaurant and a banquet hall with capacity of 70-90.

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Mirvana Nature Resort

luxury

A desert resort tented camp attached to a desert farm with nice swimming pool. Meals are served under the stars with Rajasthani folk music, dance and camp fire.

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Hotel Priya

mid

In the heart of town. Built in a traditional Rajasthani style, well decorated, offering different types of rooms and surrounded by a warm staff. Facilities like air conditioner, full Wi-Fi connectivity, TV, and restaurant are available. They also provide two camps in Sam Dunes and Khuri Dunes for their customers.

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Desert Haveli Guest House

mid

This heritage hotel is in the national monument/museum Jaisalmer fort at high altitude on the rampart, in a closed ended street. It offers the unique experience of staying in an ancient historical fort. This building was once allotted as a place of residence to a noble person who held the position of Divisional Magistrate. It was converted into a guest house with permission from the archeological survey department.

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Hotel Surja Guest House

budget

It's on the fort with one of the best views in town. They have rooms varying from ₹300 to ₹800, depending on the room and view. They have a free taxi pickup if you contact them in advance by phone or email with your scheduled arrival time. They have free Wi-Fi for the hotel as well as their attached Lakeview Lounge Restaurant (see restaurant section).

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Hotel Fort View

mid

Good view from the roof.

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Hotel Shree Govindam

mid

10 AC double rooms, hot & cold water, 24-hr service, safari booking facility, and restaurant with full fort view. From its terrace you can also see a sunrise or sunset while enjoying a cocktail.

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Hotel Jaisalmer Palace

luxury

Traditional- Heritage style hotel, 16 AC Super Deluxe rooms, hot & cold water, 24-hr service, safari booking facility, and restaurant with full fort view. From its terrace you can also see a sunrise or sunset while enjoying a cocktail. Rooftop restaurant.

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The Jaigarh Palace

luxury

A premier hotel.

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Sand Villa Desert Camp

mid

Desert camp in the Sam Sand Dunes. It features well-equipped tents, camel and jeep safaris, and activities like folk performances and quad biking.

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Titanic Hotel

mid

Comfy, relaxed place, very entertaining owner will pick you up from train station if you call in advance. Roof-top restaurant/lounge with good Indian and authentic Korean food. Nice old building with fort view.

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Garh Jaisal

luxury

It overlooks the entrance to the fort. It has an amazing rooftop deck overlooking the city. Each room is decorated in jewel-like colours.

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Hotel Moonlight

mid

Traditional-style hotel, rooftop restaurant.

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Food & Drink

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Veg Dinner

mid

Savor a delicious vegetarian dinner at the desert camp, offering a variety of dishes to enjoy during your stay.

Lakeview Lounge Restaurant

budget

This restaurant serves excellent food. The Porridge w/ Banana Honey (₹40), Mushroom Cheese Tomato Burger (₹65) and the 'Speghatti Spinesh Tomato Cheese' (₹70) are highly recommended. The service is excellent as well because of the speed and courtesy of their staff. The restaurant has some of the best views in all of Jaisalmer, at the second level of the restaurant. They also have free WiFi at the restaurant and the attached Hotel Surja.

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Seema Restaurant

budget

The unique thing about this restaurant is that everything is made fresh; however, it is a bit dingy.

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The Seven Spice Restaurant

budget

The seven spice restaurant give you a real taste of Indian spice with Indian cuisine or Tibetan food. located at heart of the city with nice market view. Best sunset location.

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German Bakery

budget

Good lemon cake. Decent croissants. Almond cookies. Delicious tea. Great place to have a "western-style" breakfast.

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Anchal Sweets

budget

Fresh kachori and samosa.

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Trio

budget

Nice food. Reasonable prices.

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Midtown restaurant

mid

This restaurant is in front of the Golden fort. The view is amazing and the food is fine with friendly service. The homemade Dutch apple pie is delicious. Pullavs are great.

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Little Italy

mid

Real pizza, with actually good mozzarella cheese. Very decent pasta as well. Amazing view on the Fort from the terrace, fun low tables-and-cushions concept inside.

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Free Tibet Restaurant

budget

The restaurant has one of the highest rooftops in Jaisalmer. They serve a combination of Tibetan, Chinese, Indian and European cuisine. The thukpa is highly popular. It is more affordable than the other restaurants with good views of the fort.

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Sightseeing

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Gadisar Lake

free

This is a rainwater lake which supplies water to the city. It is surrounded by temples and tombs of saints. Boat rides are offered. Nearby is the desert cultural centre and a local museum built out of the collections of a local schoolteacher Mr N.K. Sharma. This centre conducts puppet show in the morning and evening. There are people who will try to sell you bread to feed the huge number of catfish in the lake.

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Suryagarh

luxury

It's "only" a hotel, but you still wonder how they built it in the middle of the desert. Lush gardens, lovely pools and fountains, impressive stone carving techniques. While most cannot afford to stay there, stopping to have tea is an option that allows you to have a look at lesser cost.

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Jaisalmer Folklore Museum

mid

A museum showcasing Rajasthan's folk heritage, arts and customs. There are two nightly half-hour long traditional puppet shows, starting at 6:30PM and 7:30 respectively, which is the highlight in the museum.

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Jaisalmer War Museum

mid

A museum displaying India's modern military history. There is a hall dedicated to the noted Battle of Longewala fought near Jaisalmer during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.

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Experience

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Luxury Time

luxury

Relax and enjoy the luxury amenities offered at the desert camp, providing a pampering experience during your stay.

Rajasthani Culture

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan through various activities and performances offered at the desert camp.

Indian Army Border

free

Visiting the Indian Army border provides a unique opportunity to experience the security and defense efforts of the nation, offering insights into the daily lives of soldiers stationed at the border.

Destination

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Rajasthan

mid 12h

Rajasthan is a state rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. It offers a diverse range of experiences from exploring ancient forts to enjoying the desert's unique charm.

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Jaisalmer

mid 2h

Jaisalmer is a captivating desert destination in Rajasthan, known for its majestic sandstone architecture and rich cultural heritage. The city's iconic Jaisal Fort offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is a must-see for any visitor seeking an authentic taste of India’s desert charm.

Heads up The city is dirty and not up to international standards, which detracts from the overall experience.

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Fort

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Jaisalmer Fort

mid 2h

Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila, is a magnificent sandstone fort located in Jaisalmer. It offers a unique blend of history and architecture, with its yellow stone walls and intricate carvings providing a glimpse into the past.

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Street Food

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TN Snacks

budget

Indulge in traditional Rajasthani snacks, offering a taste of local cuisine and culture during your stay at the desert camp.

Camping

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Kasam Desert Camp Jaisalmer

luxury

Experience the timelessness and luxury of camping under the stars in Jaisalmer, with a choice to sleep at the Kasam Desert Camp. The camp offers a unique blend of comfort and adventure, making it perfect for couples, friends, or families seeking an unforgettable desert experience.

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Safari

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Payal Safari Camp

mid

Payal Safari Camp offers an immersive desert safari experience in Jaisalmer, providing travelers with a unique opportunity to explore the vast and breathtaking landscapes of Rajasthan. The camp is known for its comfortable accommodations and guided tours that allow visitors to witness the local culture and wildlife.

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