Explore Hyderabad
93 places across 12 categories: temples, churches, mosques, tombs, historical sites, museums, lakes, waterfalls and day trips. Timings and fees change, so we confirm them again when you book a tour.
Temples and Spiritual
Ancient and modern temples, from Birla Mandir to Srisailam.
Birla Mandir
Kalabahar hill, near Hussain SagarWhite-marble Venkateswara temple on a hill with sweeping views over Hussain Sagar and the city, best at sunset.
Chilkur Balaji Temple (Visa Temple)
Chilkur, on the Osman Sagar roadPopular Balaji temple known for its 11-pradakshina ritual and its quiet, no-donation tradition. Combine with Kothwalguda Eco Park.
Statue of Equality (Sri Ramanujacharya)
Muchintal, near ShamshabadA 216-ft seated statue of Sri Ramanujacharya set in a large complex with shrines, gardens and an evening light and sound show.
Yadagirigutta (Yadadri) Lakshmi Narasimha Temple
Yadagirigutta, Yadadri BhuvanagiriGrand hill temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, rebuilt in black granite. One of Telangana's most visited pilgrim centres.
Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
Srisailam, Andhra PradeshOne of the twelve Jyotirlingas and also a Shakti Peetha with Goddess Bhramaramba. Set in the Nallamala forest beside the Krishna river.
Sanghi Temple
Sanghinagar, HayathnagarHilltop temple complex with Venkateswara, Ganesha, Shiva and many other shrines and a large peaceful campus.
Jagannath Temple
Banjara HillsOdisha-style Jagannath temple in the middle of Banjara Hills, popular for its architecture and calm evenings.
Peddamma Temple
Jubilee HillsWell-known Peddamma Talli temple in Jubilee Hills, especially lively during the Bonalu festival.
Ujjaini Mahankali Temple
SecunderabadOne of the twin cities' oldest Mahankali temples and the centre of Secunderabad Bonalu celebrations.
Karmanghat Hanuman Temple
Karmanghat, LB Nagar sideAncient Hanuman temple with a long history, popular on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Keesaragutta Temple
Keesara, Ghatkesar sideHill-top Shiva temple with a legend linked to Lord Rama, on the outskirts of Hyderabad.
Ashtalakshmi Temple
Kothapet, Vasavi ColonyTemple dedicated to the eight forms of Goddess Lakshmi, built in an elaborate south-Indian style.
Skandagiri Subramanya Swamy Temple
SecunderabadA hilltop Subramanya Swamy temple in Secunderabad reached by steps, with a calm atmosphere.
Hare Krishna Golden Temple (ISKCON)
Banjara HillsISKCON's Radha Krishna temple in Banjara Hills, known for its golden-hued architecture and evening aarti.
Ramappa Temple (Ramalingeswara)
Palampet, near WarangalUNESCO World Heritage Kakatiya temple famous for its intricate carving and floating bricks legend.
Basar Saraswati Temple
Basar, Nirmal districtOne of the few temples dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, where children traditionally begin their first letters (akshara abhyasam).
Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Temple
Bhadrachalam, on the GodavariHistoric Sri Sita Ramachandra temple on the banks of the Godavari, best done as an overnight trip.
Kolanupaka Jain Temple
Kolanupaka, near YadagiriguttaAncient Jain temple with a rich sculptural heritage, easily combined with a Yadagirigutta visit.
Churches
Historic cathedrals and churches of Hyderabad and Medak.
Medak Cathedral (CSI Church)
MedakOne of the largest churches in Asia, built in the early 20th century, with beautiful stained glass and a soaring nave.
St Mary's Basilica
SecunderabadOne of the oldest and best-loved Catholic churches in Secunderabad with a peaceful, historic interior.
St George's Church
AbidsA historic Anglican church in the Abids area built in the 1840s, in colonial-era style.
Holy Trinity Church
Bolarum, SecunderabadMid-19th-century Anglican military church in the Bolarum cantonment area with a serene, old-world atmosphere.
Wesley Church
SecunderabadA historic Methodist church in the heart of Secunderabad, known for its Gothic-style building.
St Joseph's Cathedral
Gunfoundry, AbidsThe main Catholic cathedral of Hyderabad, an important landmark for Christian pilgrims and heritage lovers.
Mosques and Dargahs
Mecca Masjid, Toli Masjid and revered Sufi shrines.
Mecca Masjid
Beside CharminarOne of the oldest and largest mosques in India, built with granite and able to hold thousands of worshippers. Modest dress required.
Toli Masjid
Toli ChowkiA 17th-century mosque with elegant minarets and arches, a fine example of Qutb Shahi-era architecture.
Spanish Mosque
BegumpetA distinctive early-20th-century mosque built in a Spanish-influenced style, unlike the other mosques of the city.
Yousufain Dargah
NampallyA revered Sufi dargah in Nampally, especially busy on Thursdays and during the annual Urs.
Hazrat Shah Khamosh Dargah
HyderabadA Sufi shrine visited by devotees of all communities, with a calm spiritual atmosphere.
Baba Sharfuddin Dargah (Pahadi Shareef)
Pahadi Shareef, near the airportA hilltop Sufi dargah on the outskirts of the city that draws many devotees, especially on Thursdays.
Tombs and Mausoleums
Qutb Shahi Tombs, Paigah Tombs and royal resting places.
Qutb Shahi Tombs
Ibrahim Bagh, near GolcondaSeven-century-old dome-shaped tombs of the Qutb Shahi rulers, restored and set in a landscaped heritage park. Combine with Golconda Fort.
Paigah Tombs
SantoshnagarBeautiful 19th-century marble-and-stucco tombs of the Paigah nobles, known for their delicate lattice work.
Judi Mosque and Tomb of the 7th Nizam
King KothiThe final resting place of Mir Osman Ali Khan, the seventh Nizam, next to the King Kothi area.
Historical and Heritage
Forts, palaces and monuments of the Qutb Shahis and Nizams.
Charminar
Old CityThe iconic 1591 monument and symbol of Hyderabad, surrounded by the bustling bazaars of the Old City.
Golconda Fort
GolcondaGrand hill fort of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, famous for its acoustics, palaces and a sound and light show in the evening.
Chowmahalla Palace
Khilwat, Old CityThe former seat of the Asaf Jahi Nizams with courtyards, durbar halls, a clock tower and a vintage car collection.
Falaknuma Palace
FalaknumaSpectacular 19th-century Nizam palace, now a luxury heritage hotel. Tours and dining need advance booking.
Taramati Baradari
Ibrahim Bagh, near GolcondaA Qutb Shahi-era pavilion and cultural venue with a legendary history and lovely views of the surrounding area.
Purani Haveli (Nizam's Museum)
Old CityThe Nizam's former residence with a museum of personal gifts and belongings of the seventh Nizam.
Char Kaman
Old City, near CharminarFour historic arches around Charminar built in the Qutb Shahi era, part of the Old City heritage walk.
King Kothi Palace
King KothiThe last Nizam's former residence, best seen from outside as part of an Old City heritage drive.
Purana Pul (Old Bridge)
Old CityA 16th-century stone bridge across the Musi river, built during the Qutb Shahi period.
Osmania University Arts College
Osmania University campusA grand Indo-Saracenic building on the OU campus, popular with heritage and photography lovers.
Bhongir Fort (Bhuvanagiri)
BhongirMonolithic rock fort rising above the town, with a climb rewarded by superb views.
Warangal Fort and Thousand Pillar Temple
WarangalKakatiya-era fort with ornate stone gateways, and the nearby Thousand Pillar Temple, on the way to Ramappa.
Museums
Salar Jung Museum and other museums.
Salar Jung Museum
Darulshifa, Old CityOne of the world's largest single-collector museums, with rare art, clocks, manuscripts and antiques from around the world.
Telangana State Museum
Public Gardens, NampallyState museum with archaeology, art and history galleries within Public Gardens.
Birla Science Museum and Planetarium
Naubat Pahad, near Birla MandirScience museum, planetarium and dinosaur gallery, excellent for children and families.
Sudha Cars Museum
BahadurpuraA quirky museum of creatively built cars and unusual vehicles, popular with families.
Lakes and Gardens
Hussain Sagar, Lumbini Park, Osman Sagar and green city spots.
Hussain Sagar Lake and Buddha Statue
Tank Bund, Lower Tank BundA 16th-century lake linking Hyderabad and Secunderabad, with a giant monolithic Buddha statue on an island and boat rides.
Lumbini Park
Near Hussain SagarLakeside park with a musical fountain, boat jetty and the popular evening laser show.
Lumbini Park Laser Show (Laserium)
Lumbini Park, Tank BundA 40-minute evening laser show. Weekdays show around 7:15 PM, with an extra weekend or holiday show around 8:30 PM.
Durgam Cheruvu (Secret Lake)
Madhapur, Hitec CityA tranquil lake with a modern cable-stayed bridge and cafes, best in the evening.
Necklace Road
Around Hussain SagarA scenic curved promenade around Hussain Sagar with parks, food stalls and evening views of the skyline.
Sanjeevaiah Park
Necklace RoadA large lakeside park with a giant national flag, walking tracks, gardens and a peaceful setting.
Osman Sagar (Gandipet)
GandipetA large reservoir built in the 1920s on the Musi river, popular for weekend picnics and sunset views.
Himayat Sagar
Himayat SagarA sister reservoir to Osman Sagar with a scenic bund and tree-lined approach.
Shamirpet Lake and Deer Park
ShamirpetA peaceful lake with a deer park and nature spots on the northern outskirts of Hyderabad.
Public Gardens (Bagh-e-Aam)
NampallyHistoric gardens with heritage buildings and museums in the middle of the city.
Nature, Parks and Wildlife
Eco parks, national parks, zoo and hill getaways.
Kothwalguda Eco Park
Kothwalguda, near Himayat SagarA newer eco-tourism park spread over about 85 acres, with a large aviary, elevated boardwalk, butterfly garden and rock garden.
Nehru Zoological Park
BahadurpuraOne of India's larger zoos, with lions, tigers, and a safari park and toy train inside.
Mrugavani National Park
ChilkurA small forest park with deer and forest trails, an easy nature break near Chilkur Balaji.
KBR National Park
Jubilee HillsA green lung inside the city with walking trails, peacocks and heritage structures.
Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park
VanasthalipuramA deer park and forest area with safari-style drives on the southern edge of Hyderabad.
Ananthagiri Hills
VikarabadA cool forested hill range with viewpoints, trekking, resorts and a Vishnu temple, popular for weekend trips.
Experium Eco Park
MoinabadA large eco-themed park with themed gardens and installations, a popular family day out.
Botanical Garden
KondapurA landscaped botanical garden with themed sections, trails and shaded walks.
Waterfalls
Seasonal waterfalls within reach of Hyderabad.
Mallela Theertham Waterfall
Nallamala forest, AmrabadA hidden waterfall reached by a flight of steps through forest, best after the monsoon. Check access before travel.
Ethipothala Falls
Near Nagarjuna SagarA scenic waterfall where the Chandravanka stream meets the Krishna reservoir, best in and after the monsoon.
Kuntala Waterfall
Adilabad districtOne of the tallest waterfalls in Telangana, a long trip best done as an overnight excursion after the monsoon.
Pochera Waterfall
Adilabad districtA forest waterfall on the Kadam river, popular in the monsoon and post-monsoon season.
Bogatha Waterfall
Mulugu districtA wide, multi-tier waterfall often called the Niagara of Telangana, best in the monsoon.
Fun, Film and Adventure
Ramoji Film City, theme parks and evening shows.
Ramoji Film City
Anaspur, HayathnagarThe world's largest film studio complex, with film sets, live shows, rides, gardens and the Baahubali set. Plan a full day.
Golconda Sound and Light Show
Golconda FortAn evening sound and light show telling the story of Golconda against the lit-up fort walls.
Snow World
Lower Tank BundAn indoor snow park with real snow play, slides and activities for children and adults.
Wonderla Hyderabad
Raviryala, near ORRA large amusement and water park with dry and wet rides for all ages.
Shilparamam
Madhapur, Hitec CityAn arts and crafts village with handicraft stalls, folk performances and a rural-themed park.
Jalavihar Water Park
Necklace RoadA water theme park on Necklace Road with slides and pools, popular in summer.
Prasads IMAX
Necklace RoadA multiplex with a giant IMAX screen next to Hussain Sagar, a popular movie and shopping stop.
Ocean Park
Near Shamirpet / Outer Ring RoadA family water park with pools and slides on the outskirts of Hyderabad.
Hitec City and Cyber Towers
MadhapurHyderabad's modern tech district with iconic glass towers, cafes and night lights.
Markets and Food
Laad Bazaar, pearls, malls and the famous Hyderabad food trail.
Laad Bazaar
Beside CharminarCenturies-old bazaar famous for lac bangles, pearls, traditional jewellery, attar and fabrics.
Old City Food Trail
Charminar areaA guided stroll through Irani chai cafes, biryani, kebabs, haleem (in season) and sweets like double ka meetha.
Pathar Gatti Pearl Market
Old CityHyderabad's famous pearl and jewellery market, close to Charminar. Buy from trusted shops.
Sultan Bazaar
KotiA busy shopping area for sarees, fabrics, handicrafts and everyday items.
Begum Bazaar
Begum BazaarA large wholesale market for grocery, spices, textiles and household goods.
Sarath City Capital Mall
KondapurOne of Hyderabad's largest malls with shopping, dining and entertainment.
Inorbit Mall
MadhapurA popular mall in Hitec City with international brands, food courts and a cinema.
Day Trips from Hyderabad
Medak, Nagarjuna Sagar, Pochampally, Srisailam and Warangal.
Srisailam and Nallamala Forest
Srisailam, Andhra PradeshA pilgrimage-and-nature getaway with the Jyotirlinga temple, Srisailam dam, Pathala Ganga and forest views.
Medak Fort and Cathedral
MedakA hill fort and the historic Medak Cathedral make a relaxed one-day trip from Hyderabad.
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam
Nagarjuna SagarOne of the world's largest masonry dams with a large reservoir, an island museum and a Buddhist heritage connection.
Pochampally Handloom Village
Bhoodan PochampallyThe home of the famous ikat weaving tradition, where you can see looms in action and buy directly from weavers.
Warangal and Ramappa Circuit
WarangalKakatiya heritage circuit: Warangal Fort, Thousand Pillar Temple and UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple.
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