Signature Old City Guided Walking Tour with option of 04 Museums

5.0 (10 reviews) Hyderabad, India
Duration3h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesHindi, Telugu, English, Tamil
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Main sights within Hyderabad’s Old City are spread out, and it can be difficult to tick them off in limited time—or make sense of what you’re seeing. Ideal for travelers looking to maximize limited vacation days, this half-day private walking tour covers highlights such as Mecca Masjid, Chowmahalla Palace, and Badshahi Ashurkhana, capped off by a complimentary Irani chai and Osmania Biscuits.

Options

Walking tour-Hotel pick & drop

AC Car - For Entire Tour
Pickup included

Friday- Temple + Hussain Sagar

Friday- Temple + Hussain Sagar: Chowmahalla Closed on Friday: Palace replaced with Birla Temple & Hussain Sagar Lake
Pickup included

Exclusively 04 Museums- 06 HRS

04 Museums Tour for 06 Hours: Option created for 06 hours, Nizam's Museum, Salarjung Museum, Sudha Cars Museum & State Museum- **Closed on Public Holidays.
Pickup included

Hyderabad : Old City Walking Tour, A Vibrant 400+ Years History

Meeting & Ending Points: Chowmahalla Palace // OR // Charminar

What's included

  • Air Conditioned Car
  • Bottled water
  • Iranian Tea with Osmania Biscuits
  • Friendly Tour Guide in Person
  • Chowmahalla Palace
  • Charminar - Open Monument

What to expect

  1. Badshahi Ashurkhana
    20m · Admission ticket included
    An Ashurkhana is a place of mourning for Shia Muslims on Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram. Established by Muhammed Quli Qutb Shah in 1594. As a result, the city has numerous of Ashurkhanas, after completing the Charminar to mark the new city of Hyderabad in 1591. The brilliantly colored tile-mosaic decoration was completed under Abdullah Qutb Shah in 1611. After the Mughal conquest of Hyderabad, in a display of Sunni sectarianism, Aurangzeb used it as a horse stable for the Mughal cavalry.
  2. 15m
    Pathar Gatti was built during the reign of the last Nizam of Hyderabad State, Mir Osman Ali Khan in 1911. As the building was constructed in stone or Pathar, it was named Pathargatti. It was designed by the renowned engineer Vishveshwaraiah in a distinctive Osmanian architecture style.
  3. 20m
    Stop: 15 minutes
    Char Kaman - meaning four gates. After the completion of Charminar, at about 75m feet to its north, four lofty arches known as Char Kaman were built in 1592 by the founder along with Gulzar Houz. The names of the four arches are Charminar Kaman, Machli Kaman, Kali Kaman and Sher-e-Batil-Ki-Kaman. The arches are fifty feet high, and demarcate an open square, in front of which a Qutb Shahi palace once existed
  4. Gulzar Houz
    20m
    Gulzar Houz is a historical fountain located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. It is located near the Charminar monument. The fountain is in the middle of the road between Charminar and Madina building. The area between the four arches of Charkaman was a vast square called Jilu Khana or the Guard's Square.
  5. Charminar
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Established in 1591 A.D. by Muhammed Quli Qutb Shah, the famous tourist attractions in the world. Feast your eyes on Hyderabad's global icon that is strategically located in the midst of two other popular structures, the famous Laad Bazaar to the west and the granite ornamented Mecca Mosque to the southwest.
  6. Laad Bazaar
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Laad Bazaar or Choodia Bazaar is a market is a famous and historic market known for its shopping souvenirs and most importantly, bangles. It is definitely one of the oldest markets in Hyderabad and sparks up memories of its glittering past of sparklingly colorful bridal bazaar.
  7. Mecca Masjid
    20m · Admission ticket included
    A 400-year-old historic structure is the ultimate epitome of magnificence. This massive hall can accommodate up to 10,000 people. Savor the tranquil ambiance around the water fountain. Make your way to the solemn graves of former rulers at the first courtyard from the entrance. Afterward, unwind on the black benches beside the pond and gaze upon the setting sun.
  8. 20m
    Government Nizamia General Hospital, popularly known as Government Unani Hospital, is a public hospital located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. It is a hospital for general and Unani medicine. It was established during the reign of Nizams. It is located near the historic building of Charminar.
  9. Chowmahalla Palace
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Chowmahalla Palace is a captivating and spectacular work of art. The tastefully decorated features distinguish it as the former meeting hall of the rulers. The captivating landscape makes a beautiful backdrop for a photo shoot after which you can unwind among the ponds, trees and plants.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Near Nimrah Cofe - Just Opposite to the Charminar Building

End point

Near Nimrah Cofe - Just Opposite to the Charminar Building

Pickup details

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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