Fatehpur Sikri from Agra
Fatehpur Sikri was Akbar's residence city, about 36–40 km west of Agra. UNESCO listed it in 1986. It is a common day trip from Agra, and the Jama Masjid is part of the same ensemble as the palace buildings.
Entry for foreign visitors is INR 610 on a regular day in 2026, INR 600 on Fridays. Indian citizens pay INR 50. The site is open from sunrise to sunset every day, and the dargah stays open longer. The Taj Mahal is closed to tourist day visits on Fridays, but Fatehpur Sikri is not, which makes Friday a good day for this trip.
The easiest way to book is a guided day trip or a combined Agra day. The tours below show current options. Compare them with Agra tours that also include the fort.
Our picks: Fatehpur Sikri tours
The guided visit suits you if Fatehpur Sikri is the only goal, and the private tour is flexible if you want your own pace. The longer tour combines it with the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in one day, with all monument fees extra. For the first two, ask before booking whether the Fatehpur Sikri entry fee is included.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Private Fatehpur Sikri tour from Agra
- Air-conditioned car
- Guide
- Taxes and parking
A private visit to Fatehpur Sikri with a guide. Ask before booking whether the Fatehpur Sikri entry fee is included.
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Fatehpur Sikri guided visit
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Mineral water
A guided visit that starts in Agra or at a meeting point at the site itself. Entry tickets and lunch are part of it only with the matching option.
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Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri in one day
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Private transport and parking
Three sights in one long day with a private car. All monument entry fees are extra.
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Guided trips to Fatehpur Sikri, combined days with the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal, with live prices and availability.
Akbar's capital city
Akbar made Fatehpur Sikri his residence and court city. The capital period ran roughly from 1572 to 1585, about 10 to 14 years.
The city is built in red sandstone. That ties it to Akbar's work at Agra Fort, where he rebuilt the older fortress in the same stone. You can see both in one trip and compare how the two sites use the same material.
What to see in Fatehpur Sikri
Three things stand out.
Buland Darwaza
The monumental gate is 54 m high and made of red sandstone. It is linked to Akbar's victory in Gujarat.
Jama Masjid
The mosque belongs to the same ensemble as the palace buildings. In the courtyard in front of the gate you see tombs.
The palace buildings
The five-storey Panch Mahal in red sandstone is the easiest building to recognise among the palace buildings.
The fee below is for the palace complex. Do not assume the same ticket rule covers the mosque and the dargah, and ask at the counter if you plan to enter them.
Fatehpur Sikri entry fees 2026
Prices per person in INR. Prices at the counter can differ slightly, so check the board.
| Visitor | Regular day | Friday | After a Taj Mahal visit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian citizens | INR 50 | INR 40 | – |
| SAARC and BIMSTEC visitors | INR 50 | INR 40 | INR 40 |
| Other foreign visitors | INR 610 | INR 600 | INR 600 |
Children under 15 enter free. The "after Taj Mahal" column is a reduced rate for visitors who have been to the Taj Mahal. It is not a combined ticket. For most visitors from outside South Asia, plan on INR 610, or INR 600 on a Friday.
Getting to Fatehpur Sikri from Agra
The site lies 36–40 km west of Agra. Buses leave from ISBT and Idgah in Agra, and taxis run too. Check the timetable and fare on the day before you plan around them.
If you drive, private vehicles park below the site and authorised battery buses take you up to it. The parking and shuttle prices change, so ask at the stop.
Use authorised guides only. Unlicensed middlemen approach visitors near the car park, and a polite no is enough. A guided trip from Agra can also take care of the transfer.
How to plan the day
Four choices that shape the trip.
Pick the day
Fatehpur Sikri is open every day, including Fridays. On a Friday the Taj Mahal is closed to tourist day visits, so this trip fits that day well.
Add the fort
Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are both open from sunrise to sunset. For a foreign visitor the two entries come to about INR 1,260 on a regular day in 2026: INR 650 for the fort and INR 610 here.
Agra Fort tickets →Choose the guide
Book through an authorised guide or a guided trip. Do not accept an offer from someone who approaches you near the car park.
Ask about the mosque and dargah
The dargah stays open longer than the rest of the site. Hours and fees for the mosque and dargah can differ from the palace complex, so ask at the counter.
For most visitors the simplest plan is a guided trip that starts early and returns to Agra the same day, with the fort on a different morning.
Plan the rest of your Agra trip
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Day trip from Delhi
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Fatehpur Sikri: frequently asked questions
How far is Fatehpur Sikri from Agra?
About 36–40 km to the west. Buses run from ISBT and Idgah, and taxis are also an option.
How much is the Fatehpur Sikri entry fee?
In 2026, INR 610 for foreign visitors on a regular day, INR 600 on a Friday, and INR 50 for Indian citizens. Children under 15 enter free.
When is Fatehpur Sikri open?
From sunrise to sunset every day. The dargah stays open longer.
Is Fatehpur Sikri open on Fridays?
Yes. That is why Friday is a good day for it when the Taj Mahal is closed to tourist day visits.
How high is the Buland Darwaza?
54 m. It is linked to Akbar's victory in Gujarat.
Is this the official Fatehpur Sikri website?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not the website of the Archaeological Survey of India, Uttar Pradesh Tourism or the Government of India, and it is not connected to any tour operator or hotel.