The best months to visit Taj Mahal are Oct – Mar. 10–28°C, cool & dry.
Quick facts
Currency INR (Rupee/₹) 1 USD ≈ ₹84
Language Hindi / English Urdu widely spoken in Agra
Timezone IST (UTC+5:30) No daylight saving
Best Months Oct – Mar 10–28°C, cool & dry
Daily Budget ~$20–40 USD ₹1,700–3,400 budget
Visa e-Visa available Apply online before travel
When to go
A monument to eternal love carved from white marble, where Mughal emperors turned grief into the most beautiful building humanity has ever created.
Getting Around in Taj Mahal
- Delhi–Agra: Gatimaan Express (₹755, 1h40m) or Shatabdi Express (₹550, 2h). Book on IRCTC app weeks ahead
- Within Agra: auto-rickshaws are the main transport. Agree on price first. Typical Taj to Fort: ₹80. Station to Taj: ₹100
- Agra–Jaipur: trains (4–5h, ₹300–700) or buses. Delhi–Jaipur: Vande Bharat Express (3.5h) or Shatabdi Express (4.5h)
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Taj Mahal travel guide.
Timezone: IST (UTC+5:30) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Taj Mahal?
The best months to visit Taj Mahal are Oct – Mar (10–28°C, cool & dry), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Taj Mahal budget breakdown.
