Mehrangarh Fort is a hilltop fort in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, with a museum of historic collections and a trail along its ramparts. You can visit period rooms and galleries, then follow the Rampart Trail toward Chamunda Mata temple.
- Location: Mehrangarh Fort, Sodagaran Mohalla, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342001.
- From the hotel: The fort is about 1.6 km from this hotel in Jodhpur.
- Museum hours: Open daily
- Access: The Rampart Trail is included with the standard museum ticket.
What to see inside Mehrangarh Fort
Mehrangarh Fort’s historic architecture and museum rooms make up the main visit. The fort stands on a perpendicular cliff about 400 feet above Jodhpur’s skyline.
The museum includes seven period rooms: Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Takhat Vilas, Sardar Vilas, Jhanki Mahal, Dipak Mahal and Moti Mahal. Its six galleries are the Howdah Gallery, Palanquin Gallery, Daulat Khana, Painting Gallery, Textile Gallery and Arms Gallery.
For a wider look at the area’s sights, you can pair the fort with a visit to Jaswant Thada.
The Mehrangarh Fort museum and collections
The Mehrangarh Fort museum presents miniature paintings, arms and armour, textiles, decorative arts and furniture from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The period rooms and galleries offer different ways to see those collections within the fort.
If you want to follow the museum’s audio-guide route, it begins at the Audio Guide Ticket Counter inside Mehrangarh Fort. Audio guides are available for a fee, with a concession rate for students or senior citizens; the guide is included in admission for international visitors.
Ramparts, views and walking conditions
The Rampart Trail follows an S-shaped route to the ramparts and Chamunda Mata temple, and is included with the standard museum ticket. The fort’s position high above Jodhpur gives the ramparts a broad outlook over the city.
For another way to explore the fort-side landscape, the trails at Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park are a nearby subject to combine with a fort visit.
How do you get to Mehrangarh Fort from the hotel area?
Mehrangarh Fort is reached by road from the city below. The approach road is winding, and the distance is 5 km.
You can also use the fort as one stop in a one-day Jodhpur itinerary.
Tickets, opening information and visitor access
The museum is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00, and ticket sales close at 17:00. Admission costs ₹800 for international visitors, ₹500 for international students, ₹200 for domestic visitors, and ₹100 for domestic students or senior citizens.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 9:00–17:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
A one-way elevator ticket is ₹50. Audio guides cost ₹180, with a ₹120 concession rate for students or senior citizens; international visitors receive an audio guide with admission. Check the official site before you go, as hours, ticket prices and access details can change.
You can buy tickets at the Jai Pol ticket counter or book through the Mehrangarh Museum Trust ticketing portal. Children below 5 enter free, while children above 5 need a ticket. Online bookings require the original ID used to book and are valid for one day, on the date printed on the ticket.
FAQs
Where is Mehrangarh Fort?
Mehrangarh Fort is in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Its address is Mehrangarh Fort, Sodagaran Mohalla, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342001.
Is the Rampart Trail included in the museum ticket?
Yes. The Rampart Trail is included with the standard museum ticket and leads toward Chamunda Mata temple.
Where can you buy Mehrangarh Fort tickets?
Tickets are available at the Jai Pol ticket counter or through the Mehrangarh Museum Trust ticketing portal.