The short answer
Rajasthan Polo Club: what visitors should know first
Go if you can time a visit to an actual match or practice chukka, ideally in the winter polo season; there is little to see on the ground itself outside play. Check fixtures before travelling out.
History and context
The story behind Rajasthan Polo Club
Founded in 1901 as the Rajputana Polo Club with the backing of Rajputana's princely rulers, it was renamed the Rajasthan Polo Club in 1949 following the formation of Greater Rajasthan, when its headquarters shifted to Jaipur. It now plays out of the Jaipur Polo Club grounds, established in 1918.
Useful facts
Rajasthan Polo Club facts at a glance
- Location
- Bhawani Singh Road, next to Rambagh Palace
- Sport
- Polo
- When to go
- Winter polo season; check fixtures before travelling
- Access
- Fixture-led; no general sightseeing entry
- Founded
- 1901 as Rajputana Polo Club; renamed 1949
Why it matters
Why Rajasthan Polo Club is worth your time
Polo has been played in and around Jaipur for well over a century, and this club is the direct institutional link to that history, having represented Rajputana's princely states before becoming the Rajasthan Polo Club after independence. Its location, sharing land with Rambagh Palace, Jaipur Golf Club and other former royal institutions, reflects how much of this stretch of the city was shaped by the old court's recreational life.
It is also a reminder that Jaipur's royal history is not only palaces and forts; the polo ground, golf club and surrounding parkland were as much a part of that world, and seeing a match here, even briefly, connects the modern city to that tradition in a way a museum display cannot.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Matches beside Rambagh Palace
The ground sits directly next to the palace, making it easy to combine a match with a tea or dinner visit there.
- 02
A living royal-era tradition
One of the few places in Jaipur where a genuinely old royal-era pastime is still actively played, not just displayed.
- 03
Winter exhibition games
Exhibition and charity matches in the cooler months are usually more accessible to casual spectators than league fixtures.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The club traces its roots to 1901 as the Rajputana Polo Club, formed with support from Rajputana's rulers, and took its current name in 1949 after Rajasthan's formation, when its headquarters moved to Jaipur. It now operates from the Jaipur Polo Club grounds, established in 1918, next to Rambagh Palace on Bhawani Singh Road.
For a visitor, the club is only really worth building a trip around when there is a match, exhibition game or practice chukka scheduled, typically in the cooler winter months. Outside play, the ground itself is simply an open field and offers little to see. If you do time it right, matches are informal enough to watch from the sidelines without much ceremony.
Because the ground sits right beside Rambagh Palace, it pairs naturally with a tea or dinner visit there, or a walk through nearby Central Park, turning a match into part of a longer afternoon in this part of the city rather than a stand-alone outing.
Plan with confidence
Event-led places reward a little planning.
- Check for scheduled matches or exhibition games before planning a visit
- Combine the trip with Rambagh Palace or Central Park nearby
- Bring shade and water if watching a daytime match
- Confirm spectator access directly with the club, as there is no standing public entry
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Bhawani Singh Road, adjoining Rambagh Palace, south of the old city
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours around a match, if one is scheduled
- Best time
- Winter months, when the polo season is on; check the club or local listings for fixtures
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Spectator areas are at ground level with seating; there is minimal walking required to watch a match from the sidelines, though shade can be limited during the day.
- Tickets and access
- Access is fixture-led: there is no standing sightseeing entry, so plan around a scheduled match or exhibition game and confirm spectator arrangements with the club beforehand.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Rajasthan Polo Club
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Spectator areas are at ground level with seating; there is minimal walking required to watch a match from the sidelines, though shade can be limited during the day.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Can I just turn up and watch polo at the Rajasthan Polo Club?
Only if a match happens to be scheduled. There is no standing sightseeing access, so check fixtures first.
When is the polo season in Jaipur?
Broadly the cooler winter months; exact fixtures vary year to year, so check current listings before travelling out.
Is the club near other sights?
Yes, it adjoins Rambagh Palace on Bhawani Singh Road, so it pairs naturally with a visit there.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
