Closed Days by Monument
Last updated: August 14, 2026
Some of India's most-visited monuments, museums, and wildlife reserves close to visitors one day a week. We already build these closures into every itinerary we plan for you — this page is here so you know what to expect, or if you're adjusting your own dates.
Closure days are set by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), state tourism departments, and forest/wildlife authorities, and can change with little notice — especially around public holidays, VIP visits, or conservation needs. We always reconfirm current timings before your trip; if you're planning independently, please verify directly with the site or your Legacy India Tours coordinator.
Agra
| Site | Weekly Closure |
|---|---|
| Taj Mahal | Closed every Friday Closed to tourists for congregational prayers at the on-site mosque. Open 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM all other days. |
| Agra Fort | Open all 7 days |
| Fatehpur Sikri | Open all 7 days |
Delhi
| Site | Weekly Closure |
|---|---|
| Red Fort | Open all 7 days No regular weekly closure — occasionally closed short-term for Independence Day rehearsals (mid-July to Aug 15) or state events; we'll flag this if it affects your dates. |
| Qutub Minar | Open all 7 days |
| Humayun's Tomb | Open all 7 days |
| India Gate | Open all 7 days (public grounds) |
| National Museum, New Delhi | Closed on Mondays Also closed on gazetted national holidays. |
Jaipur & Rajasthan
| Site | Weekly Closure |
|---|---|
| Amber Fort | Open all 7 days |
| City Palace, Jaipur | Open all 7 days |
| Hawa Mahal | Open all 7 days |
| Jantar Mantar, Jaipur | Open all 7 days |
| Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur | Open all 7 days |
| City Palace, Udaipur | Open all 7 days |
| Jaisalmer Fort | Open all 7 days A living fort — residents, shops, and temples operate daily. |
| Junagarh Fort, Bikaner | Open all 7 days |
Wildlife Reserves
| Site | Weekly Closure |
|---|---|
| Ranthambore National Park | Zones 1–5 closed Wednesdays · Zones 6–10 closed Tuesdays Zone closure days rotate for conservation purposes and can change seasonally — we confirm the current schedule when booking your safari. |
| Sariska Tiger Reserve | Closed Wednesdays Safari operations generally run October–June. |
| Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur | Open all 7 days |
Have a question about a specific monument not listed here? Email us at info@legacyindiatours.com and we'll confirm current timings for you.