Udaipur has much more to offer than just its famous palaces and lakes. For a change of pace, three attractions are especially worth visiting: Under The Sun Aquarium, Karni Mata Ropeway, and Shilpgram.

Together, they offer three different experiences—aquatic life, stunning hilltop views, and Rajasthan’s traditional arts and crafts. This guide covers their timings, approximate ticket prices, main attractions, and why each is worth visiting.

🐠Under The Sun Aquarium, Udaipur

Under The Sun Aquarium is located near Fateh Sagar Lake, along the Paal, and is a popular attraction for families and children. It showcases a large variety of freshwater and marine fish, with around 150–180 species reported across its different exhibits.

What to See

The aquarium offers more than traditional fish tanks. Some of its main attractions include:

🐟 Touch Pool: An interactive area where visitors can experience certain aquatic species.
🎨 Aqua Trick Art Museum: A 3D, aquatic-themed art section that makes for fun photographs.
🥽 Virtual Reality: Interactive experiences that give visitors the feeling of exploring underwater environments.
🌊 Themed Aquariums: Displays featuring colourful tropical fish, puffer fish, and other freshwater and marine species.

⏰ Timings

The aquarium generally operates from around 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily, although timings can change, so it is advisable to confirm before visiting.

🎟️ Under The Sun Aquarium Ticket Price

The Under The Sun Aquarium offers a basic entry ticket for the main aquarium, while some of the interactive attractions inside require separate tickets.

🐠 Basic Entry

Adult: approximately ₹159–₹175 per person
Child: approximately ₹79 per child

The basic ticket generally includes access to the main aquarium gallery, including the Touch Pool and the underwater OMG Tank. The final price can vary slightly depending on whether you purchase the ticket at the counter or online, including applicable taxes.

🎢 Additional Attractions

If you want to experience more than the main aquarium, you can purchase separate tickets:

🎨 Aqua Trick Art Museum: ₹150 for adults / ₹100 for children
🥽 Virtual Reality / 4D Experience: around ₹160–₹200 per session
🐟 Fish Spa / Foot Massage: around ₹150
🍽️ Jal Magn Aquatic Restaurant: approximately ₹150 cover charge

⭐ Why Visit?

Under The Sun Aquarium is especially suitable for families with children and anyone interested in aquatic life. It also provides a nice indoor break from Udaipur’s outdoor sightseeing, particularly during hot afternoons.

Plan approximately 1–2 hours for the aquarium, or longer if you want to enjoy the additional interactive attractions.

Under The Sun Aquarium Udaipur interior with tropical fish tanks

🚡 Mansapurna Karni Mata Ropeway, Udaipur

The Mansapurna Karni Mata Ropeway connects Deendayal Upadhyay Park at Doodh Talai with the Karni Mata Temple on Machla Magra Hill. The ropeway is one of Udaipur’s most enjoyable short experiences, taking you uphill in just around five minutes while offering beautiful views of the city and surrounding lakes.

What to See

🛕 Karni Mata Temple: Visit the temple at the top of the hill and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
🌊 Lake Pichola & City Palace: The elevated viewpoint gives you excellent views of Lake Pichola, City Palace, and Udaipur’s old city.
⛰️ Aravalli Hills: Look across the surrounding hills and landscape from the cable car and hilltop.
🌅 Sunset View: The ropeway is particularly popular in the evening because of its beautiful sunset views over Udaipur.

⏰ Timings

The ropeway generally operates from around 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, although timings can change. The temple’s opening and worship hours are different from the ropeway’s operating hours.

🎟️ Manshapurn Karni Mata Ropeway Ticket Price

The Manshapurn Karni Mata Ropeway ticket is generally priced as a round-trip fare, meaning the ticket includes both the upward and return journeys.

Ticket Type	Indian Visitors	Foreign Visitors
Adult	₹117	₹300
Child (below 110 cm)	₹55	₹150
Private Cabin (up to 6 people)	₹702	—

🚡 What Does the Ticket Include?

The standard ticket allows you to travel up to Karni Mata Temple and return by ropeway. This is convenient because you don’t need to purchase a separate ticket for the journey back.

A private cabin can accommodate up to 6 people and is useful for families or small groups who want to travel together privately.

💡 Important Tip

Ticket prices can change, so it’s best to confirm the current fare at the ropeway ticket counter or official booking website before your visit. During the evening, especially around sunset, queues can become longer, so arriving early is recommended.

⭐ Why Visit?

The main attraction is that you can enjoy spectacular hilltop views of Udaipur without making a long uphill climb. The short cable-car journey itself is also an enjoyable experience.

A normal visit takes around 1–1.5 hours, including the ropeway ride, temple visit, and time at the viewpoint. During sunset and peak tourist hours, queues can be longer, so allow extra time if you want to visit during the evening.

Karni Mata Ropeway Udaipur cable car with panoramic city and lake views

🎨 Shilpgram, Udaipur

Shilpgram, which literally means “Crafts Village,” is a cultural and crafts complex that showcases the traditional rural lifestyle, art, and handicrafts of western India. Instead of focusing on Udaipur’s royal palaces, Shilpgram gives you a glimpse into the everyday traditions and craftsmanship of communities from Rajasthan, Gujarat, Goa, and other western regions.

🏡 What to See

Shilpgram is designed like a traditional village, with recreated homes and huts representing different regional styles. While walking through the complex, you can see:

🏠 Traditional houses and huts built in regional architectural styles
🏺 Pottery and terracotta products
🧵 Textiles, embroidery, and traditional fabrics
💍 Jewellery and decorative handicrafts
🪵 Wood, bamboo, and metal crafts
🎭 Folk-art displays and cultural performances

During festivals and special events, Shilpgram can become especially lively with folk music, traditional dance, craft demonstrations, and local artisans.

⏰ Timings

Shilpgram generally operates from around 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Timings may change during festivals, cultural programmes, or special events, so checking before your visit is advisable.

🎟️ Shilpgram Ticket Price

Shilpgram has an affordable entry fee, with prices depending on age and nationality:

Indian Adult: ₹30–₹60
👧 Indian Child (5–12 years): ₹15–₹40
👶 Below 5 years: Usually free
🌍 Foreign Tourist: ₹50–₹150
📸 Camera/Video: Around ₹60
🚗 Parking: Small additional charge

🎫 How to Get Tickets

Tickets are available at the main entrance counter. During festivals or busy periods, queues may be longer, so arriving early is recommended.

Prices can change, so confirm the current rates at the counter.

🛍️ Why Visit?

Shilpgram is a great choice if you want to experience the artistic and rural side of Rajasthan, rather than only its royal history. It is also a good place to see and purchase traditional handicrafts directly from the cultural setting.

Plan around 1.5–2 hours to explore the village comfortably, browse the crafts, take photographs, and enjoy the atmosphere.

Shilpgram Udaipur crafts village with artisans and traditional handicrafts

How to plan a day around these three:

You don’t have to fit all three into one day, but if you want to, here’s a workable flow:

Morning: Under The Sun Aquarium, then a walk by Fateh Sagar Lake.
Afternoon: Shilpgram, for crafts and culture.
Late afternoon to evening: Karni Mata Ropeway, temple visit, and sunset from the top.

🗓️ How Much Time to Spend at Each Attraction

These three attractions offer three completely different experiences, making them a great addition to Udaipur’s usual palace-and-lake sightseeing.

Attraction	Best For	Suggested Time
🐠 Under The Sun Aquarium	Families, children, marine life	1–2 hours
🚡 Karni Mata Ropeway	City views, temple, sunset, photography	1–1.5 hours
🎨 Shilpgram	Culture, crafts, folk traditions	1.5–2 hours

The aquarium is ideal for families and provides an indoor break from the heat. The Karni Mata Ropeway is best for panoramic views and sunset, while Shilpgram gives you a glimpse into Rajasthan’s traditional crafts and rural culture.

Together, they offer a nice mix of entertainment, culture, nature, and photography, giving you a different side of Udaipur beyond its famous palaces and lakes.

Quick tips before you go

Book ropeway tickets online in advance if you’re going near sunset, since queues build up fast.
Carry cash for aquarium extras like VR and the trick-art museum.
Check Shilpgram’s event calendar before you go. Festival days bring extra performances but can also mean bigger crowds.
Pair this trip with a stop at Fateh Sagar Lake, since the aquarium sits right beside it.
Check our full places to visit in Udaipur roundup to slot these three attractions into a longer trip.

If you’d rather have all of this planned around your dates, you can browse our Rajasthan trip itineraries and get entries, transport, and timing sorted without the back-and-forth planning.