Bikaner is a well-known district in the state of Rajasthan in India. Located in the north western part of the state, the district has its headquarters at the city of Bikaner. Bikaner has a rich historical tradition and thousands of tourists from all over the year come here to get a feel of the rich tradition and culture. It is dotted with relics of the glorious yester years and is also the seat of several holy shrines. The Junagarh Fort, the Raj Ratan Bihariand Rasik Siromani Temple, the Laxminath Temple, the Bhandasar Jain Temple and the Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum, are among the famed tourist destinations. The doors of luxurious havelis, once the dwelling place of the royalty, are now thrown open to the backpackers. You can stack your bags with exquisite durries, mojari footwear and carpets, that are taking the global fashion world by storm. Cap off your sojourn with an exciting camel ride.

Bikaner is surrounded by the districts of Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Churu, Nagaur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer district.

Located amidst Thar Desert, the weather in Bikaner district, Rajasthan is mostly dry. The summer season is hot while the winter season is cool and pleasant. The ideal time for tourists to travel to Bikaner is in the autumn and spring seasons.

Ranking among the popular tourist destinations in Rajasthan, Bikaner attracts thousands of travelers for its rich historical tradition and culture. The city consists of beautiful forts, castles, religious shrines and other historical monuments. Plenty of sightseeing trips are offered by the state tourist board and other travel agencies. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Bikaner are:
Junagarh Fort
Laxmi Nath Temple
Lalgarh Palace
Shiv Bari Temple
Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum
Laxmi Niwas Palace
Moolnayakji
Kolayat
Camel Farm
Bhandasar Jain Temple
Public Park and Zoo
Devi Kund Sagar

There are various types of lodging options in the city. There are a large number of hotels in Bikaner which range from luxury and heritage hotels to economy and budget ones. Bikaner is also known for its beautiful handicrafts. Tourists can buy beautiful handicrafts and souvenir from the shops and the markets.