How to Reach Hyderabad

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Updated: September 14, 2019

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This article will tell you about how to reach and enjoy the city of Hyderabad in India. Hyderabad is the city of eternal love, art, history, tradition and culture. Various cultures flourish together in perfect harmony making it one of the most enchanting places in the world. Hyderabad's warm hospitality, impressive monuments, mosques, minarets, art and architectural richness, and technological progress will take you through an amazing journey of its glorious past and a spirited voyage into its promising future. Experience a unique blend of the old dominion and rustic charm within the trappings of new age modernity. Hyderabad, the magical name that brings to the mind's eye visions of royal grandeur and leisurely "Nawabi" (kingly) atmosphere. A vacationer's delight, this legendary city with a 400-year-old history, of the splendour of Qutb Shahi and Asaf Jahi dynasties, Mogul grandeur, exotic cuisine, and exquisite markets, is world famous for its fascinating contrasts and unrivaled attractions.

Why visit Hyderabad?

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    Be aware of the facts about Hyderabad.
    • It is the capital of Andhra Pradesh, the fifth largest cosmopolitan city in India. The city thrives with a variety of cultures intermingled into an astounding culture that gives it a distinct identity of its own. This is where tradition fuses with modernity, and heritage structures vie with modern high-rise buildings to add to the beauty of the city.
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    Located at the heart of the Deccan plateau, 1,760 feet (536.4 m) above sea level, Hyderabad has an invigorating climate with awe inspiring prehistoric rocks and natural lakes, along with a variety of flora and fauna.
    • Hyderabad offers a variety of tourist attractions ranging from Heritage monuments, lakes, parks, gardens, resorts and museums to delectable cuisine and a delightful shopping experience. The city of Hyderabad is a shopper's delight! From the world famous pearls to traditional arts & crafts, from textiles of all modern brand names to ethnic wear, the city offers an astounding variety of shopping. Hyderabad is famous world over for its fabulous diamond markets, glass embedded bangles and its unique, delectable "Hyderabadi Cuisine".
    • It is unique in being one of the few cities where tradition and technology co-exist, a revolution that has already attracted Microsoft and other major multi-national corporations to set up overseas bases here. With a dynamic leadership, the state is steering the nation to new dimensions in the fields of Information Technology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Business Management, Construction, and more - to emerge as a land of immense business opportunities.
    • The Buddha statue and the Hussain Sagar lake, with the necklace road winding around it, are picturesque at sun rise or sun set.

Travel Essentials

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    If you are not an Indian Citizen, get a visa from your nearest Indian Consulate.
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    Read up the rules for applying for visa on the Embassy of India website. The preferred visa for most would be Visitor's visa.
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    Gather more information from the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Website. The website has useful information about how to get started, etc.
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    Look through other travel websites for more information.
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    Book your flight, hotel, sightseeing, etc. through above mentioned site.
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    Choose your hotel be extremely carefully and stick to choosing either a brand name/government hotel/3 Stars/5 Stars.
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    Ensure that you carry a good mosquito repellent.
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    Take the shots/inoculations/vaccinations required for international travel.
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    Have a sturdy back-pack which you can carry with you every day.
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    Keep your valuable documents and passport in a wallet pouch which you can wear under your shirt.
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    Have sturdy walking shoes.
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    Take lots of laxative and stomach ailment related medicine that you are not allergic to.
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    Even in winter, Hyderabad is quite hot, so bring your summer clothes for maximum comfort.

Landing in Hyderabad

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    Note that you will probably land in the new Hyderabad Airport, which is situated quite a distance from the city. Most hotels offer complimentary pick up and drop, enquire regarding the same. If your hotel does not offer one, you may ask your hotel to book one for you, however this is a bit more expensive.
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    Use public transport if needed. The airport authorities provide transport to fixed points within the city; you can call and inquire about the same to determine the closest point to be dropped off with respect to your hotel. You can then use an auto-rickshaw and get to your hotel. However, this is not advisable when and if your flight lands late at night or you have too much luggage.
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Travelling in Hyderabad

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    Travel by hiring a cab/taxi. It is not expensive in Hyderabad.
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    Go for a Hyderabad Darshan (City Tour) on a bus. This way you get a one-day bird's eye view of Hyderabad. Based on this view you can go for follow up trips to places you like.
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    Try to catch a Telugu (the local language) or Hindi movie. They are a great way to get the local flavour.
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    Travel by using Rickshaws or taxis but do not pay any extra amount however much the drivers pester you. A baksheesh (Tip) may be given for good service to taxi drivers, but not auto drivers.

Eating in Hyderabad

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    Be prepared for Hyderabad being a foodie's paradise. You get every kind of food there. However, do not go overboard. Be extremely careful where you eat and what you eat. Hyderabad is famous for frontier cuisine. You should definitely try the limitless kabobs, biryanis and parathas. You can also try your hand at Chat and typical Andhra meals. However, a word of caution, you might not be used to Indian spices. You might have relished Indian dishes in your country. However, they would mostly have been made blander to be more palatable to your tastes. Ask for your food to be sweeter or blander.
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    If you are feeling home sick, it has McDonald's, Quiznos, KFC etc.

Shopping in Hyderabad

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    Choose your shopping areas. Hyderabad is a blend of the new and old. There are high rise malls in good measure, catering to the general masses. There are also branded outlets, where you can find your favorite pair of jeans for under 15US$!!
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    If you are the kind who does not follow the beaten track, then head towards older Hyderabad. The shops surrounding Charminar are mind boggling. Every lane there is dedicated to one item. The Bangle lane, the lace lane, the saris lane, mehendi lane, so on and so forth. (Please bargain, and start from less than half the price. They will sell it to you at half the price ;))
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    Visit Abids- a downtown shopping area, Kalanjali- a shop, APCO- a chain of government-run shops and other government showrooms for the local weaves and wares. You cannot bargain much at most of these places.
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    Buy typical items. Things you might want to buy are bangles made of lac, bidri work items, sheeshas, saris, fabrics like silk and cotton, etc.

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    • Note that western women are advised to wear clothing that covers there shoulders and stomach. Crop tops and sleeveless tanks are not appropriate and may offend some. It's always best to honor a country's morals in this regard.
    • December - February is the best time to visit Hyderabad.
    • Always drink bottled water and ensure that they break the seal in front of you.
    • If you find the food too spicy ask for yogurt. It makes it blander.
    • Naan is a bread option that can make your food feel blander.
    • Always plan what you want to do at the beginning of the day.
    • If you want to shop in or around the old city, plan to do it in the evening, around 4 or 5 pm. This way you will avoid the heat. Shops don't open till around 10:30 or 11:00 am.
    • Take along a guide or a person who speaks the local language.
    • Drink plenty of water.


    • Hyderabad is HOT!! Temperatures hit 113 degrees Fahrenheit/45 degrees celsius. Therefore, try not to visit in the months of March, April and May. If you have to come at that time, then drink plenty of water and try to do most of your outdoor activities in the evening.
    • DO NOT drink tap water or non-bottled water ANYWHERE. Always carry your bottled water or ask for it. Most places provide bottled water.

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