Udaipur, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, has once again set new tourism records, welcoming an astounding number of visitors in March. According to recent statistics from the Tourism Department, a staggering 1.66 lakh tourists flocked to the city last month, marking a significant milestone as the highest March turnout in over five years. 

Industry insiders attribute this surge to several factors, including the upcoming Mewar Festival (Gangaur) scheduled for April, the conclusion of board exams, and the onset of summer vacations. These factors collectively create a favourable environment for heightened tourist activity in the region.

Of these visitors, 1.46 lakh were domestic tourists, highlighting a burgeoning interest among local travellers. Additionally, the city attracted 20,634 foreign tourists, showcasing its global appeal as a premier tourist destination.

The surge in March tourism numbers comes as a pleasant surprise, especially considering that it typically marks the end of the tourist season. Despite this, there was an impressive increase of 2,771 tourists compared to February, indicating a promising trend for the industry.

March also witnessed a notable shift in tourist data, with a rise in domestic tourists coupled with a slight decrease in foreign visitors compared to February. The Tourism Department reported an increase of 3,700 domestic tourists, while foreign tourist numbers decreased by 929.

The city's post-pandemic recovery efforts have been notably successful, with March tourism numbers consistently on the rise since 2022. Particularly noteworthy is the surge in foreign tourist arrivals, marking the highest numbers in March in the past five years since 2020. In the span of three months this year, Udaipur has welcomed a total of 538,000 tourists, averaging over 5,916 arrivals per day.

According to industry experts, the allure of Udaipur's vibrant festivals, such as Holi, continues to draw in tourists from both domestic and international locations. Foreign tourists typically opt for accommodations in the old city, while domestic tourists prefer resorts, contributing to increased guest occupancy during festivities.

Shikha Saxena, Deputy Director of the Tourism Department, highlighted the growing trend of festival and event tourism, emphasizing tourists’ fascination with Udaipur's vibrant art and culture.

As everyone looks forward to the Gangaur Festival in April, people involved in tourism are feeling hopeful about keeping up Udaipur's tourism boom. The city's cultural richness and warm hospitality continue to attract visitors, suggesting that another great tourist season is on the way. 

3 Months Tourists Arrival in 2024

Month	Domestic Tourists	Foreign Tourists	Total
January	189500	18431	207931
February	142300	21563	163863
March	146000	20634	166634
Total	477800	60628	538428

 

Year	Domestic Tourists	Foreign Tourists	Total
2010	42259	17026	59285
2011	37996	19390	57386
2012	39551	21147	78533
2013	40520	21246	61766
2014	44136	20809	6495
2015	45109	19631	64740
2016	45971	23516	69487
2017	49874	23559	73406
2018	64284	26630	90914
2019	65762	24878	90640
2020	33210	341	33551
2021	50687	449	51136
2022	111250	2022	113272
2023	138000	14026	152026
2024	146000	20634	166634

Source: Dainik Bhaskar