— FATEHPUR SIKRI —
Booking Your Tickets
Fatehpur Sikri Ticket Prices (2026)
Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC Citizens | ₹ 35 |
Foreign Tourists | ₹ 550 |
Children (under 15) | Entry free |
Note:
BIMSTEC/SAARC countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand
Bring a valid ID and keep your entry ticket accessible throughout your visit
Large bags and food items are prohibited. A cloakroom is available, but it’s best to travel light.
Opening Hours
Sunrise to sunset, or 06:30 AM - 06:30 PM approximately. The site is open 7 days a week.
Hiring A Guide
Human guides can be hired on-site, but their narration can be inconsistent and embellished. For a reliable, GPS-guided experience, download the Tourismo audio guides app.
Online Ticket Booking
Visit ASI’s official portal
Select Agra -> Fatehpur Sikri from the monument list
Choose a visit date and time
Specify:
Origin and country
Name, age, and gender
Phone number and email
Passport details
Pay via UPI/credit card/debit card.
Receive your digital ticket via email
ADA Toll Tax Visitors may be asked to buy a separate ticket for ADA Toll Tax for ₹10. You can buy that online here.
Here's a quick video tutorial on how to use the ASI booking portal:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy the tickets in person?
Yes, the ticket office is situated near the 2 entrances of the fort—Diwan-e-Aam and Jodh Bai's Palace. Ticket windows close 30 min. before sunset.
How long will it take to see Fatehpur Sikri?
There is a lot to see inside the Fatehpur Sikri palace. Key areas include Diwan-e-Aam, Pachisi Court, Anup Talao and Khwabgah, Jodh Bai's Palace, and Birbal's Palace. Covering it all can take 2-3 hours. For the optimal route, download and follow Tourismo's audio guide.
Is Fatehpur Sikri open on Fridays?
Yes, unlike the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri is open to visitors on Fridays.
Is there a parking area?
The Fatehpur Sikri fort sits atop a ridge. The parking area, called Gulistan, is located about 1.5 km away. Parking charges are ₹100, and you will have to take a ₹25 golf-cart service to reach the fort's main entrance.
Are there restrooms inside?
Yes, basic restroom facilities are available inside the fort complex.
Can I bring food and water?
Water bottles are allowed and highly recommended. Food is not permitted inside the complex, so finish eating before entering. Small snack vendors often sit outside the entrance.
Is Fatehpur Sikri less crowded than the Taj Mahal?
Yes! Sikri receives fewer visitors than the Taj Mahal. You'll experience a relatively peaceful, contemplative atmosphere.
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