Chilkur Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Charminar
Go to the centre of town to see this iconic Hyderabad monument, which features minarets, a mosque and panoramic views of the city stretching out on all sides.
![Hussain Sagar is a heart shaped lake in Hyderabad built by Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah in 1563, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah. It is spread across an area of 5.7 square kilometers and is fed by River Musi. A large monolithic statue of the Gautama Buddha, erected in 1992, stands on Gibraltar Rock in the middle of the lake. It also separates Hyderabad from its twin city Secunderabad.[1] The maximum depth of the lake is 32 feet
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Hussain Sagar Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hussain Sagar Lake during your travels in Hyderabad. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Golconda Fort
This 12th-century fortress sits on a hill above an extensive ruined city. Explore the battlements, gates and drawbridges of this ancient diamond-mining settlement.
Nehru Zoological Park
Two safari parks, an aquarium and a nocturnal house lie within the extensive borders of this southwest Hyderabad animal park.
Birla Mandir Temple
See Hindu and Buddhist shrines at this colourful spiritual centre, where you can look out over the city. Come back at night to see its red towers beautifully lit.
Salar Jung Museum
Journey through time, from the 2nd century through to the 20th, as you browse books, artworks and other fascinating items gathered by the adventurer Salar Jung.
Activities
2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Hyderabad with Both Side Commercial Flights
Hyderabad: Full-Day Private Tour with Lunch
Hyderabad: Private Car Hire with Driver and Flexible Hours
Hyderabad: Heritage Walking Tour of Old City and Charminar
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Day Trip to Taj Mahal and Agra from Hyderabad with both side Commercial Flights
Our pick of the best Chilkur Hotel Deals
Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre
Everything,the people are excellent. Very attentive and courteous treated like royalty. The people in the restaurant were excellent. Iba,Wanda and Rishav were very accommodating. Being from the United States some people there could take lessons from the people here.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel
Room was very good and the hospitality was excellent. The support staff were outstanding. I have stayed here on a regular basis for the last decade and they have maintained very good standards.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Leela Hyderabad Banjara Hills
Courteous and thoughtful staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
ITC Kohenur, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hyderabad
The room was excellent and the hotel is quite luxurious with lots of great amenities. Riya was an excellent host and made sure everything was available at a moment’s notice. Ayush, the chef, was exceptional. His leadership skills in making sure everything was arranged for our meals for a large group ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills
Nice clean hotel in the heart of Banjara Hills. Very friendly and professional staff. Breakfast buffet was nice and it’s an oasis in the middle of bustling chaos of Hyderabad. Rooftop pool and bar is very nice too.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hyderabad
The rooms are good - a bit old fashioned. Very good location.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chilkur
Financial District
While Financial District isn't home to many top sights, Gandipet Lake and Ocean Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Nanakram Guda
Though Nanakram Guda may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gandipet Lake and Ocean Park.
Manikonda
While Manikonda may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Qutub Shahi Tombs and Durgam Cheruvu Lake.
Gachibowli
Gachibowli is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gachibowli Indoor Stadium and G.M.C. Balayogi Athletic Stadium.
HITEC City
You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in HITEC City. You might want to make time for a stop at Inorbit Mall or Shilparamam Cultural Village.
Kondapur
Kondapur is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sarath City Capital Mall and Kotla Vijayabhaskara Reddy Botanical Garden.
