How to Book Taj Mahal Tickets & Discover the Best Time to Visit
By Ashik Khan|June 30, 2025

Purchase Tickets Online in Advance
Buying online not only saves time but is almost essential during peak seasons.
- Official website allows booking for both daytime and moonlight viewing.
- Prerequisites: Provide your name, age, email, mobile number, and—for foreign visitors—passport number.
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- Your phone displays a QR-based e-ticket URL, which is scanned at the gate; carry your passport for verification.
- If booking fails (e.g., passport numbers over 8 digits), you can always buy tickets on-site, though expect queues
Types of Tickets & Pricing
- Daytime tickets: ₹1,100 for foreigners; ₹50 for Indian citizens; ₹540 for SAARC/BIMSTEC nations.
- Mausoleum entry: Additional ₹200 per person.
- Moonlight tickets: ~₹750 for foreigners, ₹510 for Indians; available only during nights around the full moon (two days before and after)

Tips for Smooth Entry
- Arrive early (~30 minutes pre-opening at 6 AM)—avoid long lines and enjoy soft morning light .
- Entry Gates: East Gate is often the least crowded, followed by South and West.
- Security Restrictions: No large bags, tripods, food, drones, or electronics. Small camera/phone & water allowed. Shoe cover included'

Best Time to Visit the Taj Mahal
A. Best Season: October to March
- ✅ October–March offers comfortable temperatures (15–27 °C), clear skies, and ideal photo conditions.
- Avoid January fog, which can obscure views.
- While December-February is more crowded, early morning visits help you beat crowds.
B. Daytime vs. Nighttime Visits
- Early Morning (sunrise): Soft lighting, minimal shared space, and cool weather.
- Late Afternoon / Sunset: Dramatic colors, fewer tourists, especially after 4 PM.
- Full-Moon Nights: A rare and mystical experience, only possible with pre-booked full moon tickets.
C. Best Days of the Week
- Closed on Fridays (Muslim prayer); locals can visit the mosque inside.
- Weekdays (Tue–Thu) are less busy; weekend afternoons tend to be most crowded .
Essential Tips & Itinerary
Head straight to mausoleum entry.
Bring shoe covers—they’re provided, but free ones near the mausoleum may be better.

Photography Perspectives
Sunrise & sunset provide magical light and reflections in the central pool .
South-bank or Mehtab Bagh for river views, especially if visiting on Friday

Extend Your Agra Visit
Explore Taj Mahal ,Agra Fort, Baby Taj (I’timād-ud-Daulah), and Fatehpur Sikri with spare time.
Dont miss street food (e.g., “Chaat Gali”) and local artisan markets after your visit