All-In Cost Estimates
Venue + catering + accommodation + décor + photography + logistics
100 guests, 3 days₹1.2Cr–₹2.5Cr
150 guests, 3 days₹2Cr–₹4Cr
200 guests, 3 days₹3Cr–₹5Cr+
Venue hire (120–150 guests)
₹50L–₹1.2Cr for 3 days (100–200 guests)
EstimatedIncludes venue spaces; catering, rooms, and décor separate
Exclusive use / specific areas
Full buyout strongly recommended given intimacy of property — negotiate directly with Oberoi Events
EstimatedWhat is included
Basic furniture; AV, décor, florals, catering all extra
EstimatedTaxes & service charges
GST at 18% on services; Oberoi group standard
EstimatedPeak-season surcharge
Peak Nov–Feb: 25–40% premium; Taj views at winter sunrise are the signature moment
EstimatedMinimum spend requirement
Pending site visitPending
Maximum capacity
200 guests for terraced lawns; intimate poolside ceremonies for 50–80
EstimatedMulti-tier outdoor setting; best for pheras at sunrise or sunset
Setup / breakdown times
Vendor load-in from 6am on wedding day; site walk recommended 2 days prior
EstimatedNoise / curfew restrictions
10pm — ASI protected zone; strictly enforced near Taj East Gate Road
EstimatedOpen flames & fireworks
CRITICAL: within ASI-protected Taj buffer zone — high-intensity fireworks NOT permitted; cold pyrotechnics and sparklers only; confirm with district administration before booking
EstimatedRitual restrictions
Pending site visitPending
Parking / valet
Valet parking for 100+ vehicles
EstimatedVehicle access
Taj East Gate Road; security checkpoint access; all vendor vehicles cleared by hotel security
EstimatedIn-house catering required?
Oberoi in-house catering mandatory for main F&B; specialist ritual caterers may be permitted with prior approval
EstimatedApproved vendor list
Preferred vendor list for décor and entertainment; outside vendors with Oberoi approval and coordination fee
EstimatedAlcohol restrictions
Full bar available — Agra (UP) has no holy-town alcohol restrictions
EstimatedOutside vendor fees
Pending site visitPending
On-site coordinator provided
Dedicated Oberoi wedding coordinator from first inquiry to last farewell
EstimatedGuest rooms on-site
102 rooms and suites — every room faces the Taj Mahal
EstimatedRoom rates
₹40,000–₹1,20,000/night depending on view tier and season
EstimatedGroup booking discounts
Full property buyout negotiable; Oberoi Events team handles group rates
EstimatedVIP accommodation
Kohinoor Suite for couple — most requested wedding suite in North India
EstimatedIndoor alternative for bad weather
Indoor Mumtaz Mahal ballroom available as weather backup
EstimatedBackup power & water supply
Full generator backup; Oberoi group standard
EstimatedEmergency medical services
In-house medical team on call; SN Medical College 8 km
EstimatedPhotography & drone permits
CRITICAL: drone photography within the Taj Mahal protected zone requires ASI and DGCA clearance — apply minimum 6 weeks in advance; may not be granted for commercial shoots; confirm with hotel before planning aerial photography
EstimatedAlcohol & fireworks licences
Hotel liquor licence covers bar service. Fireworks: cold pyrotechnics only in ASI buffer; full fireworks require district collector clearance and are rarely granted near the Taj
EstimatedHeritage / conservation restrictions
Within ASI Taj Mahal protected zone — restrictions on permanent structures, noise levels, light intensity, and fireworks; Oberoi team navigates this for each event
EstimatedShade, tents, or AC for outdoor events
Outdoor terraced lawns fully exposed; AC tents or shade sails required Apr–Sep; Oct–Mar is ideal
EstimatedCooling / misting systems
Pending site visitPending
Wind / dust protection
Yamuna river proximity brings occasional dust haze Nov–Feb; plan indoor backup for dust-storm periods
EstimatedDistance from airport
13 km from Agra Kheria Airport (~30 min); 220 km from Delhi IGI Airport (~3h via Yamuna Expressway)
EstimatedMost outstation guests fly to Delhi; hotel offers luxury transfer coaches
Shuttle / transfer options
Oberoi provides luxury transfers from Agra station and Delhi airport; groups arrange charter coaches
EstimatedParking capacity
100+ vehicles; valet managed
EstimatedVendor load-in / load-out
Dedicated service entrance; strict security clearance for all vendors; coordinate 48h in advance
EstimatedNearby vendor accommodation
Vendor team stays in Sadar Bazar or Fatehabad Road budget hotels 5–10 min away
EstimatedStorage / prep areas
Staging area behind ballroom for décor and vendor equipment
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