Top Things to do in Visakhapatnam District
Top Hotels in Visakhapatnam District
- 1. Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach
- 2. Radisson Blu Resort Visakhapatnam
- 3. The Gateway Hotel Beach Road
- 4. Four Points by Sheraton, Visakhapatnam
- 5. The Bheemli Resort - Managed by AccorHotels
- 6. Fortune Inn Sree Kanya
- 7. Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels, Devee Grand Bay
- 8. Fairfield by Marriott Visakhapatnam
- 9. The Pioneer
- 10. Treebo Trend PL Grand
10 Things to do in Visakhapatnam District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Visakhapatnam District, India including Borra Caves, INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, Yarada Beach, Dolphin's Nose, Kailasagiri, Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, TU 142 Air Craft Museum, Araku Valley, Rama Krishna Beach, Rishikonda Beach.
Restaurants in Visakhapatnam District
1. Borra Caves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,299 reviews
Reviewed By Roving819278
Vizag always surprised me, the cave was really excellent, the way of going Araku valley by train was excellent, the tunnels while going to Araku valley was unforgotten experience
2. INS Kurusura Submarine Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,604 reviews
Reviewed By bmohanty1980 - Bhubaneswar, India
We as 7 members went for a trip to Visakhapatnam and we went this museum in the evening...This submarine museum is a delight to watch and country lovers might really be pretty happy to visit this..Those who see the Movie ''The Ghazi Attack "'...they can understand it better...
3. Yarada Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 350 reviews
Reviewed By safat_23 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Vizag is a lovely city and always has been my favourite, this was my third trip to vizag and i visited this offbeat beach away from the city, the beach is isolated and offers a great view of the dolphin nose. You might have to change 2 buses from the main bus stand to reach there
4. Dolphin's Nose
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By arunr901 - Goa, India
The place is offers a great amazing view of the Vizag city .It is a must see spot. The location and ambience is worth.Try visiting in the eveaning towards the sunset time.
5. Kailasagiri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,560 reviews
Reviewed By Samrat_Bhattacharya - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Hill by the sea / air conditioned toy train / cable car ride / many children parks / view points overlooking the city & the coastline / huge statue of Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvati... Well maintained, clean & ideal for spending timw with family, friends & loved ones.
6. Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 819 reviews
Reviewed By SameekshakSACHIN - New Delhi, India
Sri Varah Lakshmi Narsimha Temple popularly known as Simhachalam Temple is Located at an altitude of about one thousand feet in Visakhapatnam, the largest city of Andhra Pradesh, the main deity of this temple is Lord Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha. This temple is believed to be of 11th Century. It has three outer porches and five gates. The architecture of the temple is of Odia, Chalukya and Chola architectural style. The temple has a chariot structure. The temple also has a Kalyana Mandapa meaning marriage pavilion of 96 pillars. The sanctum sanctorum of the temple is square, with a pyramid shaped roof over the sanctum sanctorum. In front of the sanctum sanctorum is a verandah with a pyramid shaped roof above it. In front of the verandah is the Mukhamandapam of sixteen pillars. There is a Kappasthambam in the temple, it is believed that if a devotee asks for a wish by filling this pillar in his arms with a pure heart, then his wish is fulfilled. Near the temple complex is the source of the natural spring water, which is called Gangadhar. It is believed that whoever takes a bath in this water with faith, all his sins are washed away and all his wishes are fulfilled. There is a pond named Varaha Pushkarani in the temple premises itself. Overall, this temple of Lord Varaha Narasimha holds an important place in terms of mythological, religious, historical and architectural importance. This temple has a great contribution in Vaishnav tradition. If you go to Visakhapatnam then you should definitely visit the temple.
7. TU 142 Air Craft Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By SameekshakSACHIN - New Delhi, India
After 30 years of service, the Indian Navy's TU-142M aircraft has been decommissioned and converted into a museum and placed on the other side of Dr NTR Road in Visakhapatnam. TU-142 M aircraft is an antisubmarine fighter aircraft. TU 142 M Aircraft museum is a major tourist attraction, right in front of the Submarine Museum and near R.K Beach. This museum came into existence on 8 December 2017. One has to pass through an exhibition gallery before entering the aircraft, Various parts and equipments of the TU-142M aircraft are displayed in this gallery. Equipment like black box, pilot station, air bottle, oxygen tank, turbo generator, propeller, propeller hub, engine, sonobuoys, parachute, life raft, tyres etc. are displayed with the complete details of these parts of the aircraft and other equipments. You can watch the exhibition with an audio tour and then see this fighter aircraft from inside. The exhibition also depicts the aircraft through holography and detailed information about the aircraft crew. As soon as you enter the museum after taking the ticket, you are given a mobile with a headset and a magnetic tag is attached to your clothes. This headset mobile is only for adults, children get information only by reading. As soon as you enter the exhibition, the information about any part or equipment you want to get on the mobile screen is obtained by pressing the number of that device on the mobile screen. It takes 30-40 minutes to watch this exhibition with audio tour. Only then can you see the TU-142M aircraft from inside. Another attraction in the aircraft museum is virtual reality section. Virtual reality game section towards the exit of the museum is a great place for entertainment for both adults and children. If you go to Visakhapatnam, do not forget to visit the TU-142M Museum. It opens 7 days a week. Timings are Monday to Saturday 2pm to 8:30 pm and on Sunday 10am–12pm, 2–8:30pm.
8. Araku Valley
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 767 reviews
Reviewed By Naperushiva - Hyderabad, India
Everyone Wish is to visit their loved place This is the Top place in my list o visit this place Once a year for Sure this is the correct time to visit the atmosphere and the Nature will be awesome when You visit this place Between November to January. Coffee plantations and Cheprai waterfalls Tribal Museum and Coffee Museum is the beautiful place to visit in this location.
9. Rama Krishna Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 854 reviews
Reviewed By Suryakatakam - Hyderabad, India
Ramakrishna beach, more popularly known as RK beach in Visakhapatnam is located in the heart of the city’s coastline. If you stand in the middle, on the right you can see the Dolphin’s Nose and on the left, you can see the INS Kursura parked just by the sea. Beach gets its name from the Ramakrishna Ashram that is located across the road from the beach Ramakrishna beach, more popularly known as RK beach in Visakhapatnam is located in the heart of the city’s coastline. If you stand in the middle, on the right you can see the Dolphin’s Nose and on the left, you can see the INS Kursura parked just by the sea. Beach gets its name from the Ramakrishna Ashram that is located across the road from the beach.The RK Beach was jointly developed by the Municipal Corporation of Visakhapatnam (MCV) and the Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA). The Submarine Museum, Visakha museum, Sri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, an aquarium, Kali Temple, statues of prominent personalities, road side restaurants and parks are added attractions of RK beach.The RK Beach was jointly developed by the Municipal Corporation of Visakhapatnam (MCV) and the Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA). The Submarine Museum, Visakha museum, Sri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, an aquarium, Kali Temple, statues of prominent personalities, road side restaurants and parks are added attractions of RK beach. Ramakrishna Beach is popular not just among the tourists but the locals as well. In the evening time this beach gets crowded with people having a fun time on the sands. Swimming, sunbathing, surfing and playing beach volleyball are some of the popular activities that can be seen here. One of the best beaches of Vizag, Ramakrishna beach is definitely going to lift your spirits with its vast stretch of blue waters and picturesque views.
10. Rishikonda Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 706 reviews
Reviewed By Stay282088
People have couple of activities to explore like Speed boat, Jet ski rides and kayaking, also on the way to Rushikonda we can also experience paragliding as well. The location is also home for surfing and scuba diving
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