A vast Indo-Saracenic royal palace in Vadodara, four times the size of Buckingham Palace, with ornate facades and manicured lawns.
Built in 1890 for the Gaekwad royal family, Laxmi Vilas Palace blends Indo-Saracenic domes, turrets and intricate stonework across sprawling grounds. Its grand facade, courtyards and gardens offer photographers a mix of monumental architecture and landscaped greenery.
Nearest landmark
Maharaja Fatehsingh Museum — 400 m
Nearest airport
Vadodara Airport (BDQ) — 9.0 km
Parking
Paid parking near the palace entrance
Full address
Laxmi Vilas Palace, J N Marg, Vadodara, Gujarat 390001
Entry timings
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Open days
Monday - Sunday
Closed on
None
Drone policy
Drone flying is not permitted over the palace grounds as it remains a private royal residence.
Permission requirements
Permission is required for shoots at this location. See the process below.
Permission process
All photography beyond the standard visitor ticket, including any tripod or commercial use, requires prior written permission from the palace trust.
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