One Day Tour Itinerary for Visakhapatnam

  1. 9:00 AM: Kailasagiri Hill
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Visakhapatnam Railway Station

    Kailasagiri Hill is a beautiful hilltop park with panoramic views of the city and the sea. The main attractions here are the massive statues of Lord Shiva and Parvathi and the beautifully landscaped gardens. There is also a ropeway ride that takes you to the top of the park.

  2. 11:00 AM: Simhachalam Temple
    30 minutes (12 km) from Kailasagiri Hill

    Simhachalam Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is located on top of a hill and has a beautiful architecture. The temple is known for its annual festival called Chandanotsavam, which is attended by thousands of devotees.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Hotel Daspalla
    10 minutes (4 km) from Simhachalam Temple

    Hotel Daspalla is a famous hotel in Visakhapatnam known for its delicious Andhra cuisine. The restaurant has a cosy ambience and serves a variety of dishes from the state of Andhra Pradesh.

  4. 3:00 PM: Borra Caves
    90 minutes (90 km) from Hotel Daspalla

    The Borra Caves are a group of limestone caves located in the Ananthagiri Hills. The caves are famous for their stalactites and stalagmites formations and are considered one of the most popular tourist spots in Visakhapatnam.

  5. 5:00 PM: Rushikonda Beach
    60 minutes (38 km) from Borra Caves

    Rushikonda Beach is a popular beach and water sports destination in Visakhapatnam. The beach is surrounded by hills on three sides and has facilities for activities like swimming, jet skiing, parasailing and surfing.

Time and Cost estimates

  • Kailasagiri Hill (1 hour, Free)
  • Simhachalam Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Lunch at Hotel Daspalla (1 hour, INR 1500 for two)
  • Borra Caves (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Rushikonda Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1550 for two people

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other places like the Visakha Museum, Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, or the INS Kursura Submarine Museum. If you have less time, you can skip the Borra Caves or Rushikonda Beach. Remember to carry sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses if you plan to spend time outdoors.

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