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Hotel Brick and Basalt - Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, Udaipur
City Palace rising above Lake Pichola in Udaipur

Hotel Brick and Basalt City Guide

Explore the best of Udaipur

A practical guide to the lakes, palaces, temples and cultural landmarks within easy reach of the hotel.

Plan Your Stay

Heritage days and lakeside evenings

Hotel Brick and Basalt’s Bhuwana location makes it easy to plan a full old-city day or a shorter evening by the lakes. Distances shown are approximate road distances; travel time varies with traffic, route and old-city access restrictions.

Start early

Old-city streets become busier later in the day.

Check timings

Entry and performance schedules can change.

Stay for sunset

The lakes and palace skyline are especially atmospheric.

City Palace Udaipur
Photo: G41rn8 / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Approx. 6 km from the hotel

City Palace Udaipur

Rising above the eastern shore of Lake Pichola, City Palace is Udaipur’s defining landmark—a vast royal complex developed by successive Maharanas over several centuries.

Explore courtyards, balconies, galleries, decorative glasswork and viewpoints across the lake and old city. Allow a generous visit if you enjoy architecture and history.

Architecture · History · Lake views

Information source: Rajasthan Tourism. Confirm current entry fees, timings and closures before visiting.

Fateh Sagar Lake
Photo: Mayank Soni / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Approx. 5.1 km from the hotel

Fateh Sagar Lake

One of Udaipur’s best-known lakes, Fateh Sagar is framed by the Aravalli hills and contains three small islands.

Come for a relaxed drive, boating when available, lakeside snacks and an evening walk along the promenade. Sunset and the cooler evening hours are especially popular.

Sunset · Boating · Evening walks

Information source: Rajasthan Tourism. Confirm current entry fees, timings and closures before visiting.

Jagdish Temple
Photo: Yayawar monk / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Approx. 5 km from the hotel

Jagdish Temple

Built in 1651, Jagdish Temple is a celebrated example of Indo-Aryan temple architecture in the heart of Udaipur’s old city.

Climb the broad stone steps and look closely at the carved pillars, sculptures and detailed exterior. Dress respectfully and expect an active place of worship.

Sacred architecture · Carvings · Old city

Information source: Rajasthan Tourism. Confirm current entry fees, timings and closures before visiting.

Bagore Ki Haveli
Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 4.0

Approx. 5.2 km from the hotel

Bagore Ki Haveli

Set at Gangaur Ghat beside Lake Pichola, this historic haveli introduces visitors to Mewar’s domestic architecture, decorative arts and cultural traditions.

Combine the museum with a walk through the old city and Gangaur Ghat. Cultural performances are a highlight; confirm current show schedules locally before travelling.

Museum · Culture · Evening performance

Information source: Incredible India. Confirm current entry fees, timings and closures before visiting.

Saheliyon-ki-Bari
Photo: Ktzsikka / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Approx. 4 km from the hotel

Saheliyon-ki-Bari

Known as the Garden of the Maidens, Saheliyon-ki-Bari is a landscaped royal garden with fountains, kiosks, lotus pools and marble details.

It is a pleasant, slower-paced stop between busier monuments. Visit during daylight to enjoy the planting, water features and shaded garden corners.

Gardens · Fountains · Relaxed walks

Information source: Incredible India. Confirm current entry fees, timings and closures before visiting.

Lake Pichola
Photo: Jahnavi14 / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Approx. 6 km from the hotel

Lake Pichola

Lake Pichola forms the historic heart of Udaipur, with views toward City Palace, island palaces, ghats and the surrounding hills.

Explore its shores from the old city or choose a boat ride when operating. Late afternoon into sunset offers changing light across the water and palace skyline.

Boat rides · Palace views · Sunset

Information source: Incredible India. Confirm current entry fees, timings and closures before visiting.

Your Udaipur Base

Come back to comfort after a day in the city

Choose your room, share your travel dates and let the hotel team help with practical local information during your stay.

Planning Your Stay in Udaipur?

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