Family-Friendly 3-Day Hyderabad Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Charminar and Salar Jung Museum
    10 minutes (4km) from Nampally Railway Station

    Start your day with a visit to the iconic Charminar - the heart of Hyderabad. Enjoy the vibrant bazaars around Charminar with street food, jewelry, and clothing shops. From there, head to the Salar Jung Museum, one of the largest one-man collections of antiques in the world. Marvel at the exquisite collection of works of art and ancient manuscripts. The museum also has a section dedicated to children with interactive exhibits and games.

  2. Day 2: Nehru Zoological Park and Ramoji Film City
    1 hour (23km) from Charminar

    Next, head to Nehru Zoological Park. The park is home to over 1,000 species of animals, birds, and reptiles. Take a safari ride and enjoy wildlife up close. After spending the morning at the zoo, make your way to Ramoji Film City - the world's largest film studio complex. Take a guided tour, watch live shows, and explore numerous film sets. The studio also has a toy train ride and various child-friendly activities.

  3. Day 3: Hussain Sagar Lake and Birla Mandir
    20 minutes (5km) from Ramoji Film City

    Begin your last day in Hyderabad by visiting the beautiful Hussain Sagar Lake.Take a ferry ride to the massive statue of Buddha in the center of the lake. From there, make your way to the Birla Mandir, a stunning white marble temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. The temple offers a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding areas.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Charminar (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Salar Jung Museum (2-3 hours, INR 20 for Indians, INR 500 for foreigners)
  • Nehru Zoological Park (3-4 hours, INR 20 for adults, INR 10 for children)
  • Ramoji Film City (5-6 hours, INR 1,900 per adult, INR 1,400 per child)
  • Hussain Sagar Lake (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Birla Mandir (1-2 hours, Free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,730 per adult, INR 2,890 per child

Useful Tips:

Hyderabad has a lot to offer, and if you have more time, we recommend visiting places like the Golconda Fort, Chowmahalla Palace, and the Qutub Shahi tombs. If you have less time, skip Ramoji Film City and explore the old city of Hyderabad instead with the local bazaars, Makkah Masjid, and Laad Bazaar.

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