Tucked in the north-western part of Rajasthan, close to the Thar Desert, this quaint desert Bikaner town will paint a thousand pictures of the British Raj, Indian history, and a Maharaja-like lifestyle in your mind. So, whether it is the majestic forts, the dark and uneven lanes of Old Bikaner, the fusion of red sandstone and marble buildings, the historical references adorning the museum walls, or the impeccable architecture of the Jain temples, you would be in for a historical surprise every time. 

Bikaner has a special place for Camels. No wonder it is home to the famous Camel Festival, where phenomenal preparations begin with pomp, and travelers from every corner of the world come to witness the humble animal every January. Food lovers need not fret as there are many Rajasthani delicacies here. Don’t miss trying out the different varieties in Bikaner. 

Situated in the middle of the Thar Desert, Bikaner is a city of forts and palaces. It is also known for its sweets and snacks. Sand Dunes and the Desert Safari are among the major attractions. 

Airways - Though Bikaner does not have its own airport, the closest airport will be the Jodhpur Airport, which is 251 kilometres away from the city. Some of the Indian cities which have a direct flight from Jodhpur Airport are Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune, Goa, Indore, Guwahati, Ahmedabad, Jammu, Chennai and others. The airport also have flights from major international sectors like Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, New York, San Francisco, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong and Zurich. 

Railways - Bikaner has two railheads- Bikaner Junction and Lalgarh Railway Station. Both the stations are approximately 6 kilometres away from each other and are located within the city, a reason why, train is widely preferred by most of the travellers. Bikaner has a proper and well-linked rail system that is connected to most of the Indian cities like Delhi, Jodhpur, Punjab, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Guwahati, Tiruvananthapuram and other cities. 

Roadways - Bikaner is well-connected with plenty of bus services. Depending upon the budget and time taken to travel from one city to another, one can choose a particular bus service that ranges from the premium coaches like Volvo, luxury, air-conditioned, non-air-conditioned and deluxe buses to other state-owned government buses. In case plan is to take an overnight journey to Bikaner, it is advisable to opt for a sleeper coach for a comfortable journey. A lot of inter-city buses also connect Bikaner with its neighbouring cities. Most popular routes that operate from Bikaner are for Delhi, Ganganagar, Pali, Jodhpur, Agra, Ajmer, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Jaisalmer, Udaipur and Kota.

Getting around Bikaner - Auto rickshaws and Tuk-Tuk are readily available in Bikaner. Just make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand as sometimes, drivers tend to overcharge, especially during tourist season. Hire local taxi or a cab as it is the most comfortable option when travelling from one attraction to the other. Also, considering the hot weather in Bikaner and the fact that most of the attractions are located few kilometres away from the main city, travelling via cab/taxi is convenient. Since the streets are narrow and often blocked due to sand storms cycles can also be hired from the Railway Station.
 

Bikaner is a historical town & a famous tourist destination perfect for heritage seekers & wildlife admirers & food lovers. 

The best Months To Visit are from October to March.

The ideal time required to explore Bikaner is 2-3 days.

Bikaner has many nearby tourist destinations like Nagaur, Pokhran, Sikar & many more.