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| » Junagarh Fort |
 This imposing fort was built between 1589 and 1594 by Raja Rai Singh, one of the trusted Rajputs general of the Akbar. the fort is formidable structure encircled by a moat and has some beautiful places within. These places made in red sandstone and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of courtyards, windows dotted all over the structure. It has 96 mt long wall, with 37 bastions and 2 entrances. The main entrance of the fort is Sun Gate. the fort encompasses many places amongst which the most spectacular ones are the Moon Mahal, and Flower Palace both ornated with carved panels and mirrors and Karan Mahal, Karan Mahal was built in remembrance of the celebration of the grand victory over Aurangzeb.
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| » Lallgarh Palace |
| The Palace was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in the memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh. The Palace has beautiful latticework and filigree work. The Palace is quite imposing with overhanging balconies and delicate work. Peacocks and blooming bougainvillea in the garden welcome the visitor to the place. Part of the Palace has been converted into a hotel, but the rest remains a museum, displaying an excellent collection of old photographs and hunting trophies. |
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| » Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary |
 It is situated 32kms from Bikaner on Jaisalmer road. It is considered as the prettiest place in the region, with a lake, a palace, wooded hills and gardens. The lake at Gajner attracts water birds in thousands.
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| » Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum |
One of the best museum in Rajasthan, the Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum has one of the richest collection of terracotta ware, weapons, paintings
of Bikaner school and coins dating back to Harappan civilazation and gupta and Kushan era.
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| » Old City |
 Kote Gate at the west end of MG Road is the main entrance through the high walls into Bikaner's atmospheric old city. The main attractions here are some extraordinary haveli's. |
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