Nearby Attractions in Visakhapatnam

Nearby Attractions in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam has many nearby attractions and the most popular among the tourists are its sandy beaches. These virgin beaches are uncrowded and captivate the hearts of the tourists. Apart from these beaches, there are memorials and museums, hills and valleys located in the city that are worth visiting. Many Buddhist monuments are seen nearer to this city. The rock cut caves near Visakhapatnam attract tourists. The solitude and the peace on the nature’s abode are best felt than said.

Last Updated: 22/08/2012

• Rishikonda Beach

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :28 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 38 m

  This is one of the clean beaches with golden sands and an ideal place for water sports like swimming, water skiing and wind surfing. There are lodges, individual cottages and restaurants near the beach....

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• Submarine Museum

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :20 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 24 m

  Submarine Museum is located near Rama Krishna Beach and is functioning since 2001. The submarine INS Kusura made in Russia was converted into museum and it is only one of its kind in Asia. This submarine was built in 1969 and after serving in the Indian navy for 31 years this has been converted into...

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• Kailasagiri Park

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :24 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 31 m

  Kailasagiri Park is one of the beautiful places in the city and it spreads over an area of more than 100 acres of land on the top of a hillock. There are many leisure time activities here that will entertain both kids and adults. The tranquil atmosphere and scenic beauty are added adventures. Some o...

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• Araku Valley

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :144 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :2h, 40 m

  Araku Valley is a nearby attraction that is worth visiting through train from Visakhapatnam. This is a famous train journey that helps you to drink the nature to the lees. The train passes through 84 bridges and 58 tunnels and it climbs up the hill. The view of the waterfalls is seen in the left sid...

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• Rama Krishna Beach

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :18 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 23 m

  Ramakrishna Beach is located at the east coast and this beach and the Lawson’s Bay are called twin beaches. The scarlet sun setting at the dusk gives mind blowing scenery. Some of the attractions at this beach are submarine museum, Kali temple, VUDA Park, statues of important personalities, aq...

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• Yarada Beach

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :13 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 26 m

  Yarada Beach is located closer to the city and is noted for its wonderful scenery with soft golden sands and greenery all around. The calm seclusion offers the mental peace and attracts lots of tourists. ...

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• Indira Gandhi Zoo

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :25 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 28 m

  Indira Gandhi Zoological Park covers an area of 625 acres of land and houses many species of plants, animals and birds. It was established in 1977 and has more than 80 species of animals. Some of the animals here are lions, tigers, panthers, wolves, jackals, hyenas and hippopotamus. The reptiles and...

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• Dolphin’s Nose

  Gangavaram, Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :8 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 14 m

  Dolphin’s Nose is one of the important tourist attractions near Visakhapatnam and it is a high rock measuring about 174 meters in height. This is a beautiful natural location that is worth visiting. From here you can see the beam of the lighthouse at the sea for a long distance. Since this roc...

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• Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :32 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 46 m

  Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary is the heaven of bird lovers. There is a fresh water natural lake here. You can enjoy boating on the wooden plank of the local fisherman. There are lots of lotus flowers in the water adding beauty to it. On the other side of the lake is situated the temple of Lord Venkatesw...

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• Gangavaram Beach

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :11 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 19 m

  Gangavaram Beach is noted for its spectacular beauty with lined up palm trees and golden sand. The beauty of the location attracts film makers and many films were shot here. The natural picturesque beauty attracts both local tourists and global tourist. Though soft sands and cool breeze offer a tran...

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