Tirupati Foodie Itinerary (2-days)

  1. Day 1: Breakfast & Tirumala Temple
    20 minutes (7.5 miles) from Tirupati Railway Station

    Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast at Madhura Foods, a popular vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian dishes like idli, vada and dosa. Then proceed to the stunning Tirumala Temple, one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Hindus. The temple is nestled amidst lush green hills and has a serene ambiance. Don't forget to try the famous Laddu, a sweet made of gram flour and sugar offered to Lord Venkateswara at the temple.

  2. Day 1: Sri Vari Museum & Srinivasa Mangapuram Temple
    30 minutes (11 miles) from Tirumala Temple

    After visiting the temple, head to Sri Vari Museum, located at the foot of Tirumala hills, and explore the various galleries exhibiting artifacts, pictures, and models depicting temple rituals, history and mythology. Then, visit Srinivasa Mangapuram Temple, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara's consorts Goddess Sri Devi and Bhu Devi. The temple is an architectural marvel and has intricate carvings and sculptures.

  3. Day 1: Lunch & Regional Science Center
    30 minutes (12 miles) from Srinivasa Mangapuram Temple

    For lunch, head to Astoria Vegetarian Restaurant, which serves a variety of delicious vegetarian dishes. Then, visit the Regional Science Center and explore the interactive exhibits and installations on astronomy, physics, biology, and energy conservation. It is a great place to learn and have some fun while doing it.

  4. Day 1: Kapila Theertham & Shopping
    30 minutes (11.5 miles) from Regional Science Centre

    End your day by visiting the Kapila Theertham, a beautiful waterfall located amidst hills and greenery. The place is serene and offers a peaceful getaway from the bustling city. You can also indulge in some shopping at the local markets and take home souvenirs like the famous Kalamkari paintings, traditional South Indian silk sarees and handicrafts.

  5. Day 2: Breakfast & Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple
    25 minutes (8 miles) from Tirupati Railway Station

    Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Andhra Spice, a popular restaurant serving Andhra style breakfast like pesarattu, upma and pongal. Then, head to Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, dedicated to Goddess Padmavathi, the consort of Lord Venkateswara. The temple is situated in a beautiful location and has a serene ambiance.

  6. Day 2: Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park & Lunch
    15 minutes (6 miles) from Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple

    After visiting the temple, drive to the Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park, spread over an area of 5500 acres and home to a variety of animals like tigers, lions, elephants, deer, and birds. The park also has a safari ride, butterfly park and a children's park. After the safari, have lunch at Nandi Grand, known for their spicy Andhra biryani and kebabs.

  7. Day 2: Chandragiri Fort & Dinner
    30 minutes (16 miles) from Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park

    In the evening, visit the Chandragiri Fort, a historical monument built by the Vijayanagara kings in the 11th century. The fort has beautiful architecture, and the view from the hill is panoramic. Then, head to Southern Spice for dinner, known for their authentic South Indian non-vegetarian dishes like biryani, fish curry, and tandoori delicacies.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Madhura Foods (8:00am-10:00am, INR 250)
  • Tirumala Temple (10:30am-6:00pm, Free)
  • Sri Vari Museum (9:00am-5:00pm, INR 120)
  • Srinivasa Mangapuram Temple (6:00am-9:00pm, Free)
  • Astoria Vegetarian Restaurant (12:00pm-2:00pm, INR 300)
  • Regional Science Center (10:30am-6:30pm, INR 50)
  • Kapila Theertham (7:00am-7:00pm, Free)
  • Andhra Spice (8:00am-10:00am, INR 200)
  • Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple (5:00am-9:00pm, Free)
  • Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park (9:00am-5:00pm, INR 50)
  • Nandi Grand (12:00pm-2:00pm, INR 400)
  • Chandragiri Fort (10:00am-5:00pm, INR 100)
  • Southern Spice (7:00pm-10:00pm, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2290

Useful tips:

If you have more time, you can visit the TTD Gardens, Govindaraja Swamy Temple, and the Deer Park. For adventure enthusiasts, there are various trekking and hiking trails in the nearby hills. However, if you have a limited time, you can skip visiting the zoo and the fort. Also, make sure to carry comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and sunscreen as you will be doing a lot of walking and exploring in the hot and humid weather.

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