Block Printing in Jaipur: 7 Workshops Worth the Drive

1.Private Jaipur Full-Day Tour with Block Printing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · from $13Our pick

Spend about eight hours touring Jaipur with a private guide and air-conditioned car, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel or transport station. See the flower market, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Jal Mahal, Amer and Panna Meena ka Kund, then try Jaipur’s 300-year-old block-printing craft. Entry fees and meals are extra.

“The guide for my tour was Soni and he did a lovely job walking me through the Old City, explaining the history of the area and various significant buildings, and introducing me to new foods. He’s even an excellent photographer and got some great shots of me! 10/10 recommend.”

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2.Learn Hand Block Printing Techniques & Print Your Own Fabric

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $35

At S.P. ASSOCIATES in Jaipur, Monty and local artists introduce you to carved wooden blocks, dyes, printing and fabric checks. Then you print a scarf, apron, tote bag, napkins or placemats in three colours, with help from the team. The two-hour workshop includes fabric and bottled water, but transport is extra.

“Great experience. Monty was excellent guide Plus get to make your own printed item to take home Need arranged transport in the new part of Jaipur”

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3.Block Printing Workshop and Hands-on Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $35

Visit a long-running Jaipur block-printing workshop with an English-speaking guide, often Monty, to see artisans at work and learn how the craft is done. Then choose an available fabric item and block design, and print it with help from the workshop team. Color choices are set in advance, but your pattern is yours to create.

“We got to understand the history of block printing and the process from start to finish before then making our product (I chose to make an apron). Balram was really knowledgeable and super friendly and made the experience very fun. Muna was really helpful with the actual pressing and design. Would definitely love to make another one soon”

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4.Hands-on Block Printing Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $25

At Creatis in Jaipur, you’ll learn about Sanganeri block printing, try Gad, Rekh, and Datte blocks, and layer water-based pigments onto fabric. The class is described as small-group, with step-by-step help from Mohit and his team. Expect about two hours of hands-on work, and check what you’ll make: the details mention both two stoles and a scarf or placemats.

“A great way to learn more about Jaipur’s history in block printing and come away with a meaningful souvenir. The team was extremely supportive and encouraging, couldn’t recommend it enough!”

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5.Block Printing & Village Stories: Discover Bagru’s Craft Legacy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $58

In Bagru, an English-speaking textile expert leads your private group through a village known for block printing. Visit block-printing families, see wooden blocks and natural dyes at work, then print your own scarf. The experience lasts about two to three hours. Transfers to Bagru are not included in the standard price.

“I had been looking forward to this tour, the main reason for our visiting India. Unfortunately it was all a bit perfunctory and disappointing.”

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6.Shopping Tour with Blue Poetry & Printing Workshop & Rugs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $22

Explore Jaipur’s craft shops with a private guide and an air-conditioned car. The experience is described as including blue pottery, hands-on block printing, and a visit to a rug-weaving center. Shakeer, also spelled Shakir, is the guide named in many accounts of the service. Confirm the pottery stop and timing before booking, as the detailed schedule does not spell it out.

“Great day out with Shakeer, we were taken to amazing stores and shown the process of handmade block printing and carpet making. As 2 young women in a new city we felt incredibly safe and looked after. We also had the opportunity to get a palm reading which was a surprising and incredible addition to the day. Would recommend to everyone”

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7.Block Printing Workshop in Jaipur! (including lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $56

At a block-print studio inside a century-old Jaipur house, a local instructor guides your private group through wooden blocks, dyes, and fabric-printing techniques. Make two items, choosing from a tote bag, bandana, scarf, or apron, then enjoy a traditional vegetarian lunch. Materials, water, and juice are included; transport is not.

“We had an incredible time at the workshop. The hosts were so kind, flexible and passionate. It was a highlight of our trip, i highly recommend.”

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