Exploring Hyderabad on a Shoestring Budget

  1. Day 1: Charminar
    30 minutes (6.5 km) from Hyderabad International Airport

    Begin your Hyderabad exploration with a visit to the iconic Charminar, a beautiful mosque built-in 1591. Climb up to the top or explore the nearby bazaars for some budget-friendly shopping and local street food.

  2. Day 2: Chowmahalla Palace and Snow World
    20 minutes (4.8 km) from Charminar

    Start your day with a visit to the opulent Chowmahalla Palace, once the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty. Later, beat the heat and have some fun at the Snow World, one of India's largest snow parks featuring various snow activities.

  3. Day 3: Nehru Zoological Park and Salar Jung Museum
    29 minutes (13.6 km) from Snow World

    Get up close with wildlife at the Nehru Zoological Park, spread over 300 acres and home to several endangered species. Afterward, visit the Salar Jung Museum, one of the largest one-man collections of antiques in the world, featuring art and artifacts from across the globe.

  4. Day 4: Birla Mandir and Lumbini Park
    21 minutes (5.6 km) from Salar Jung Museum

    Start your day with spiritual vibes at the Birla Mandir, a beautiful white marble temple perched on a hillock overlooking the city. Later, relax at the nearby Lumbini Park, situated along the shores of Hussain Sagar lake and offering boating and musical fountain shows in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Golconda Fort and Ramoji Film City
    30 minutes (12.6 km) from Lumbini Park

    End your Hyderabad trip with a visit to the historic Golconda Fort, known for its acoustics and the spectacular view of the city from its top. Later, explore the world's largest film studio complex, the Ramoji Film City, featuring live shows, adventure activities, and much more.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Charminar (1 hour, free)
  • Chowmahalla Palace (1-2 hours, INR 80-200)
  • Snow World (2-3 hours, INR 575-700)
  • Nehru Zoological Park (2-3 hours, INR 50-80)
  • Salar Jung Museum (2-3 hours, INR 20-100)
  • Birla Mandir (1 hour, free)
  • Lumbini Park (2-3 hours, INR 20-200)
  • Golconda Fort (2-3 hours, INR 15-200)
  • Ramoji Film City (4-5 hours, INR 1,150-2,250)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,110-3,610

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can include other popular attractions such as the Qutub Shahi Tombs, Falaknuma Palace, and the Hussain Sagar lake. For less time, you may skip a few attractions or combine them, such as visiting Charminar and the nearby Mecca Masjid together. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and carry a water bottle and sunscreen during your sightseeing.

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