Things to do in Osian, Rajasthan
Osian is an ancient town located in the Jodhpur District of Rajasthan state in western India. It is an oasis in the Thar Desert.
4 places to visit in and around Osian, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Osiyan
Osian is an ancient town located in the Jodhpur District of Rajasthan state in western India. It is an oasis in the Thar Desert.
Wikipedia - 2Mahavari
The Mahavira Jain temple is built in Osian of Jodhpur District, Rajasthan. The temple is an important pilgrimage of the Oswal Jain community.
Wikipedia - 3Sachiya Mata Temple
The Sachchiya Mata Temple is located in Osian, near Jodhpur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The goddess Sachiya is worshipped by many castes and communities living in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and North India.
Wikipedia - 4Step Well
Best time to visit Osian
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
- Jan15°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb19°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar25°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr31°CHot
- May35°CHot
- Jun35°CHot
- Jul32°CHot
- Aug30°CHot
- Sep30°CHot
- Oct27°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov22°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec17°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 15°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 19°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 9 mm |
| May | Hot | 35°C | 16 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 35°C | 45 mm |
| Jul | Hot | 32°C | 102 mm |
| Aug | Hot | 30°C | 112 mm |
| Sep | Hot | 30°C | 51 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 27°C | 3 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Osian
- Nearest railway station: Osiyan (OSN), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Jodhpur Airport (JDH), 54 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Osian costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Osian is not included.
Compare Osian with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osian | – | Oct–Mar | 5 |
| Jodhpur | 49 km | Oct–Mar | 18 |
| Nagaur | 97 km | Oct–Mar | 10 |
| Bikaner | 149 km | Oct–Mar | 10 |
Distances in a straight line from Osian; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Osian?
The best known are Osiyan, Mahavari, Sachiya Mata Temple, Step Well, Sun Temple.
When is the best time to visit Osian?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Osian?
Nearest railway station: Osiyan (OSN), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Jodhpur Airport (JDH), 54 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Osian cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Osian is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.