Tour Guides for Jantar Mantar (Delhi), Delhi
Book a local tour guide for Jantar Mantar (Delhi) by the hour or for a full day. Guides on Myna24 set their own prices, you see free dates on a calendar, and you pay a 10% booking fee online — the rest goes directly to your guide.
What a guide can show you at Jantar Mantar (Delhi)
Jantar Mantar in Delhi is an 18th-century astronomical observatory of large masonry instruments, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur.
- The Samrat Yantra, the giant sundial
- The Jai Prakash Yantra
- How the instruments measured time and the movement of the sun and planets
- Jai Singh II and the network of observatories he built
How to book a guide
- Search tour guides on Myna24 and open a guide's page.
- Check the description and meeting point to see whether the guide covers Jantar Mantar (Delhi).
- Pick a free date and choose an hourly or a full-day booking. Days and slots that are already booked cannot be selected.
- Pay the 10% booking fee online with UPI or card.
- Meet your guide and pay the remaining 90% directly to them.
Before you book
- The meeting point, the languages the guide speaks and the group size.
- Whether tickets, food or transport are included or paid separately.
- Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.
- Rules about who may guide inside a protected site or a place of worship differ, so check the current rules.
Tips for visiting Jantar Mantar (Delhi)
- It is close to Connaught Place and easy to combine with a walk there.
Nearby: places to combine with Jantar Mantar (Delhi)
- Agrasen ki Baoli (Delhi) — Agrasen ki Baoli is a historic stepwell a short walk from Connaught Place, with a long flight of steps and arched niches on both sides.
- India Gate (Delhi) — India Gate is a 42-metre war memorial at the eastern end of Kartavya Path in central New Delhi.
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Jantar Mantar (Delhi) — frequently asked questions
How do I book a tour guide for Jantar Mantar (Delhi) on Myna24?
Search tour guides on Myna24, open a guide's page, pick a free date on the calendar, and choose an hourly or full-day booking. You pay a 10% booking fee online when you book, and the remaining 90% directly to the provider. The guide's phone number is shared once the booking is confirmed.
How much does a guide for Jantar Mantar (Delhi) cost?
Every guide on Myna24 sets their own hourly and per-day price, shown on their page, so you can compare before you book.
Will a guide on Myna24 cover Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
Guides post their own tours. Open a guide's page and check the description and meeting point to see whether they cover Jantar Mantar (Delhi).
How long should I book a guide for at Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
A typical visit takes about 30 to 60 minutes. Book by the hour for a short visit, or by the day if you are combining Jantar Mantar (Delhi) with other places.
Do I need a guide at Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
A guide is not always required, but many visitors hire one for the history, help with tickets and finding the way. Rules about who may guide inside a protected site or a place of worship differ, so check the current rules.
What will a guide show me at Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
A local guide typically covers: the samrat yantra, the giant sundial; the jai prakash yantra; how the instruments measured time and the movement of the sun and planets; jai singh ii and the network of observatories he built.
Where is Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
Jantar Mantar (Delhi) is in Delhi, Delhi, India.
What type of place is Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
Jantar Mantar (Delhi) is a observatory in Delhi, Delhi.
How long does a visit to Jantar Mantar (Delhi) take?
A typical visit takes about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on how much you want to see. Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.
What are some quick facts about Jantar Mantar (Delhi)?
Built in 1724. Its instruments include the Samrat Yantra, a giant sundial, and the Jai Prakash Yantra. Jai Singh II built similar observatories in Jaipur, Ujjain, Varanasi and Mathura.
Can I combine Jantar Mantar (Delhi) with other nearby places?
Yes. Agrasen ki Baoli and India Gate, in Delhi, are close enough to visit on the same day as Jantar Mantar (Delhi).
Who built Jantar Mantar in Delhi?
Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur built it in 1724. He built similar observatories in Jaipur, Ujjain, Varanasi and Mathura.
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