About Alwar
Overview
Best Time to Visit Alwar
Plan your trip around the right season
Why visit
Sariska reopens on October 1 and winter is the best time for safaris, the Bala Qila climb and Bhangarh. The Matsya Festival, usually held in late November, brings folk music, dance and food stalls to the city.
Keep in mind
Winter weekends bring Delhi crowds to Sariska, and safari slots sell out. Foggy mornings in December and January.
Why visit
Animals gather near waterholes in Sariska, so summer can be good for sightings on early morning drives.
Keep in mind
Very hot, with afternoons above 42°C. Plan only early morning and late afternoon outings.
Why visit
Siliserh Lake fills up and the Aravallis turn green.
Keep in mind
Sariska's core zones are closed from July 1 to September 30. Humid weather and slippery forts.
Why visit
Sariska reopens on October 1 and winter is the best time for safaris, the Bala Qila climb and Bhangarh. The Matsya Festival, usually held in late November, brings folk music, dance and food stalls to the city.
Keep in mind
Winter weekends bring Delhi crowds to Sariska, and safari slots sell out. Foggy mornings in December and January.
Why visit
Animals gather near waterholes in Sariska, so summer can be good for sightings on early morning drives.
Keep in mind
Very hot, with afternoons above 42°C. Plan only early morning and late afternoon outings.
Why visit
Siliserh Lake fills up and the Aravallis turn green.
Keep in mind
Sariska's core zones are closed from July 1 to September 30. Humid weather and slippery forts.
How to Reach Alwar
Intercity connectivity and travel options
Alwar Jn is on the Delhi to Jaipur line via Rewari, with trains such as the Ajmer Shatabdi taking about 2.5 to 3 hours from Delhi. By road Alwar is about 160 km from Delhi and about 150 km from Jaipur. The nearest airports are Jaipur and Delhi IGI, each roughly 3 hours away by road.
Getting Around Alwar
Local transport and practical tips
Local transport
Autos and a few app cabs work in town. Hire a taxi for Siliserh (about 15 km), Sariska (about 35 km) and Bhangarh (about 85 km), which are easiest to do as separate trips.
Best Areas to Stay in Alwar
Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip
Alwar city centre
Train travellers and short city staysMid-range and budget hotels close to the railway station, the City Palace and the old markets.
Siliserh Lake
Lake views and a quieter stayThe RTDC Lake Palace hotel sits on the edge of Siliserh Lake, about 15 km from town, halfway to Sariska.
Sariska and Thanagazi road
Wildlife tripsResorts and heritage hotels near the Sariska gate on the Alwar to Jaipur road, so you can be at the gate for the first safari.