Secunderabad Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Charminar
In the late 16th century, this monument was erected to celebrate the end of a plague. Now, it is one of Hyderabad’s most famous landmarks.
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
Visit these ancient ruins and wander around mud walls to learn about the mosques, palaces and artillery of an ancient civilization.
Nehru Zoological Park
Visit this park to see animals running wild in safari habitats and learn about some of the 160 rare and exotic species housed here.
Birla Mandir Temple
This peaceful site blends various spiritual sects and architectural styles. Enjoy scenic views of the sunset and the illuminated temple at night.
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.
Things to do
Hyderabad Private Full-day Sightseeing Tour
Hyderabad: Full-Day Private Tour with Lunch
Cult Immersions 5 - Enchanting Hyderabad Full Day Private Tour
Private Full-Day Textile Tour Excursion from Hyderabad
Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad)
Top hotels in Secunderabad
Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre
Amazing stay at Marriott Good location near to lake
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Leela Hyderabad Banjara Hills
Compared their Bengalore property they have some work to do in terms of room quality, staff and facilities in general. You get a 4 star feeling in a 5 star hotel.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel
Excellent food, service and room
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
ITC Kohenur, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hyderabad
Room was fantastic! The entire staff were amazing!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Trident Hyderabad
Excellent and exceptional service
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Taj Krishna
Love this hotel. Have stayed here for pretty much every Hyderabad visit over the past 10 years. The bathrooms do need an update - caulking around showers etc, but service and cleanliness cannot be matched.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Secunderabad
Begumpet
Visitors often come to Begumpet for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Hussain Sagar Lake and Jalavihar. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Begumpet Metro Station.
Tarnaka
While Tarnaka may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ethipothala Falls and Secunderabad Clock Tower.
Ameerpet
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Ameerpet and you might want to plan a stop by Hyderabad Central Mall and Hussain Sagar Lake while you're in the area.
Lakdi Ka Pul
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Lakdi Ka Pul. You might want to make time for a stop at AP State Archaeology Museum or A.P. State Museum.
Banjara Hills
Travellers come to Banjara Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like GVK One Mall and Lotus Pond while you're in town.
Mehdipatnam
While Mehdipatnam may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like GVK One Mall and KBR National Park.
