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Etawah
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Etawah: see the lion safari and Chambal sanctuary, then head to Agra or Kanpur.
Etawah is a small city in western Uttar Pradesh, best known for the Etawah Lion Safari and the nearby National Chambal Sanctuary. The sights are clustered, so one day is enough to visit the main attractions and sample street food before moving on to larger nearby destinations such as Agra or Kanpur.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (heat, river flooding)
- Airport
- Lucknow (LKO)
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Etawah112 ▾
- Police / all services112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Etawah, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyEtawah is generally safe for day visitors; keep an eye on traffic and avoid isolated riverbanks after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / all services (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLKO Lucknow Airport (About 180 km (112 mi) by road, 3‑h bus or taxi).LKO Lucknow Airport (About 112 mi (180 km) by road, 3‑h bus or taxi).
- Getting aroundCycle rickshaws are the cheapest way inside the old city; autos and shared taxis serve longer routes.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LKO Lucknow Airport (About 180 km (112 mi) by road, 3‑h bus or taxi)LKO Lucknow Airport (About 112 mi (180 km) by road, 3‑h bus or taxi)
Map of Etawah
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Feb
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
Jul
not flagged
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Aug
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Sep
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)), coolest Jan (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Jun (8 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Etawah: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2 rd
Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Jun
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
8 rd
Jul
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
8 rd
Aug
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Nov
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Cycle rickshaws are the cheapest way inside the old city; autos and shared taxis serve longer routes. The Grand Trunk Road (NH 19) runs through town.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
National Chambal Sanctuary
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Taxi or shared auto, about 30 km (19 mi), 45 minTaxi or shared auto, about 19 mi (30 km), 45 min
Spot gharials, dolphins and birds; entry free.
Agra (Taj Mahal)
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h 30 min
Train from Etawah Junction, 1 h 30 min
Longer trip; best as a separate day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Anupam
Near Etawah Junction, basic rooms
Hotel Chanakya
Close to Agra Road, budget option
Hotel Jolly
Near railway station, family rooms
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Basic hotel or guesthouse1 × 1 night × ₹600 | ₹600 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹900 | ₹900 |
| Etawah Lion Safari entry1 × ₹500 · check | ₹500 |
| Cycle rickshaw ride (5 km)1 × ₹80 · check | ₹80 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹208 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,288 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,288≈ US$30 |
2026 estimate in rupees; flights and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Street snack (samosa, pani puri) | ₹30–₹80 (≈ under US$1) |
| Buttermilk (chaas) | ₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Sugarcane juice | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Cycle rickshaw (2 km) | ₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer heat can be intense; carry water and wear a hat.
- Traffic in market lanes is heavy; use rickshaws rather than private cars.
- Check safari opening days in advance; tickets may sell out during festivals.
Emergency numbers
- Police / all services
- 112
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Embassy
The US consulate is in Lucknow; other embassies are in Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Etawah Junction → Agra (train): ≈ ₹300–₹500, 1 h 30 min (check)
- Taxi to National Chambal Sanctuary: ≈ ₹800–₹1,200, 45 min
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितने का है? — How much is this? (yah kitne ka hai?)
- शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the toilet? (shauchalay kahan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Etawah. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (heat, river flooding) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a budget hotel list with price ranges.
- Map cycle‑rickshaw routes to major sights.
- Link to Agra and Kanpur transport pages.
Sources
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