The stone structure of fine gray granite has 3 stories, deep pink marble domes, & a 145 ft five-storied tower with a gold-plated dome that covers the open courtyard in the center. Notable features, other than its size, include the domes, arches, colonnades & carved pillars.

The palace is entered through the Gombe Thotti (Doll's Pavilion) which has a gallery of traditional dolls from the 19th & early 20th centuries as well as a fine collection of Indian & European sculpture & ceremonial objects. A marble staircase leads to the second floor, the location of the two spectacular durbar (audience) halls - the Diwan-I-am (public audience hall) & the smaller Diwan-I-Khas (private audience hall). Both are exquisitely decorated.