About Vizag

Visakhapatnam Holiday Packages

Unspoiled sandy beaches and well-maintained parks that are expanses of green are the iconic marks of Visakhapatnam or Vizag. Visakhapatnam has always been one of the major ports of India.

The place is famous for mesmerizing landscapes and rich culture and heritage. The city is located in the heart of Andhra Pradesh. Discover gorgeous waterfalls, mesmerizing valleys, splendid temples, wildlife sanctuary, pristine beaches, and forts. With Vizag tour packages get a chance to discover the unparalleled beauty of Visakhapatnam.

10 Best Tourist Places To Visit In Vizag Tour Package

1. Yarada Beach

What’s Special: Serene and charming ambience, crystal clear water

Nearby Attractions: Dolphin’s Nose, Rose Hill Church, VUDA Park, Simhachalam Temple, INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, Kailasagiri Park, Matsyadarshini Museum, Victory at Sea War Memorial

Timings: Open 24 hours

Major Attractions: N/A

Distance From City: 23.4 km

Transportation Options: Cabs, train

Yarada Beach is settled in clean and blissful surroundings. Visit Yarada Beach to escape from the hustle-bustle of city life. It is one of the cleanest beaches in India which boasts of breathtaking sunsets and crystal clear waters. The beach is also a popular picnic spot for families in Vizag. You can also check our Vizag tourism packages to know more about the places to visit on your next trip.

2. Katiki Waterfalls

What’s Special: Lush green surroundings and breathtaking views

Nearby Attractions: Borra Caves, Araku Valley, Dolphin’s Nose, Rose Hill Church, VUDA Park, Simhachalam Temple, INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, Kailasagiri Park, Matsyadarshini Museum, Victory at Sea War Memorial

Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Major Attractions: N/A

Distance From City: 89 Kilometers

Transportation Options: Cabs, buses

Katiki Waterfalls in Vizag is famous for its breathtaking surroundings. Visit the place and admire the natural and blissful setting. These falls are located far away from the modern-day settlements and offer absolutely reviving and rejuvenating ambience.

3. Kailasagiri

What’s Special: Panoramic views and a peaceful atmosphere, a wide variety of flora and fauna

Nearby Attractions: Yarada Beach, Katiki Waterfalls, Borra Caves, Matsyadarshini Aquarium, Submarine Museum, VUDA Park, Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Lawson’s Bay Beach, Bhoomi

Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Major Attractions: N/A

Distance From City: 21.8 Kilometers

Transportation Options: Cabs, buses

Kailasagiri is a stunning park, located at a hilltop and is one of the most famous places to explore in Vizag. Visit the park and see breathtaking views of the sprawling beaches and jungle trails. The place is also known for adventure activities like paragliding and hiking.

4. Borra Caves

What’s Special: Around 150 years old caves

Nearby Attractions: Katiki Falls, Kailasagiri, Yarada Beach, Borra Caves, Matsyadarshini Aquarium, Submarine Museum, VUDA Park, Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Lawson’s Bay Beach, Bheemili Beach, Araku Valley, Ross Hill Church

Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Major Attractions: N/A

Distance From City: 83.3 Kilometers

Transportation Options: Cabs, buses

The Borra caves are located at an altitude of around 1400 meters above sea level. These limestone caves were discovered by William King George around 150 years back. At present, it is one of the most sought after places to visit in Vizag.

5. Submarine Museum

What’s Special: First submarine museum in Asia

Nearby Attractions: RK Beach, Victory at Sea War Memorial, Ramakrishna Beach, Matsyadarshini Aquarium, Araku Valley, Rishikonda Beach, Dolphin’s Nose, Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary

Timings: Tuesday to Saturday (2:00 PM to 8:30 PM), Sunday (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM), Monday (closed)

Major Attractions: N/A

Distance From City: 15.2 Kilometers

Transportation Options: Cabs

The Submarine Museum in Vizag is one of its kind in India. The INS Kurusura, India’s fifth submarine was converted into a museum and is located on the RK Beach. The museum showcases artefacts, articles, and stories of strength and pictures. The INS Kurusura served the Indian Army for around 31 years.

6. Matsyadarshini Aquarium

What’s Special: Wide variety of aquatic animals

Nearby Attractions: INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, TU 142 AirCraft Museum, Rama Krishna Beach, Kailasagiri, Katiki Falls, Kailasagiri, Yarada Beach, Borra Caves

Timings: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Major Attractions: N/A

Distance From City: 13.7 Kilometers

Transportation Options: Cabs

Matsyadarshini Aquarium is home to many colourful and vibrant aquatic life, visit the place and see the beautiful marine life. The inhabitants of the aquarium comprise clownfish, longhorn cowfish, peacock wrasse, stonefish, rabbitfish, porcupines, and much more.

7. Rushikonda beach

What’s Special: Waking trail, sunbathing

Nearby Attractions: Submarine Museum

Timings: Open 24x7

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 25km

Transportation Options: Local transport such as bus and cabs

Among the many beaches located in Visakhapatnam, Rushikonda beach is the most visited one because of its massive water stretch. The beach allows visitors to get involved in many outdoor activities such as windsurfing, water skiing and swimming. If you are planning to visit this place, then your home for an evening or an afternoon can be the cosy cottages that have been built by the Andhrapradesh Tourism Board. The Vishakappatanam tourism packages have one of the best deals on visiting Rushikonda beach.

8. Dolphins Nose Lighthouse

What’s Special: Viewdeck

Nearby Attractions: Yarada Beach

Timings: Open 24x7

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 45km

Transportation Options: Local transport such as bus and cabs

Since you are in Visakhapatnam, hiking is a must if Dolphins Nose is on your list of attractions to visit here. Dolphins Nose is a hill that forms the shape of a nose of a Dolphin and that is where it gets its name from. For tourism purposes, this place is of immense significance and the lighthouse located on the top of that hill looks over the surrounding areas clearly and forms a good vantage point for taking panoramic photographs.

9. Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

What’s Special: Reserve forest, wild animals

Nearby Attractions: Katiki Waterfalls

Timings: From 9 AM to 5 PM

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 40 km

Transportation Options: Local transport such as bus and cabs

Visakhapatnam has a wide range of zoos that you can visit and among them, one of the most famous ones is the zoological park that has been built to offer tribute to Indira Gandhi, the late prime minister of India. This park has gone under several modifications since 1977, the year that it got opened for public visitations. The zoo is so massive that you will need at least 1-2 hours just walking the whole structure and for the same reason it is the third-largest zoo in India. You will find almost 80 species of mammals here including rare reptiles, birds and amphibians. Because of the massive infrastructure, there is a separate section for mammals and carnivores.

10. Vuda Park

What’s Special: Walking trails, Urban park

Nearby Attractions: Submarine Museum, Matsya Darshini

Timings: Open 24x7

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 55 km

Transportation Options: Local transport such as bus and cabs

The Urban Development Authority is also known as VUDA park is a major attraction in India and specifically in Visakhapatnam. Many tourists come here to witness the maintenance work being done every year to make this place brand new. There is a musical waterfall here which also acts as a light and show site and puts on a decent show for all people visiting this park. The nearest attraction to this park is Ramkrishna beach allowing many people visiting the former destination to drop here on the way. The park has many places for getting an evening snack and beverage stands, so there is no requirement of carrying food. This is one of the major attractions in the Vizag tourism packages, so Vuda Park will be popping up several times while you are planning your trip to Visakhapatnam.

Best Time To Visit Vizag

Winter Season

From December to February the city experiences winter. Winter is the best time to visit Visakhapatnam on a Visakhapatnam tour package, with temperatures staying within 25 degrees Celsius. The area during this season is also green and fresh and walking around the city definitely becomes pleasant. Book a Vizag trip plan from DiscoverMyTravel during the weather that suits you the best.

Summer Season

Summers of Visakhapatnam can be scorching and is a very ill-suited season for a visit, with temperatures soaring to 40 degrees in the months of April and May.

Monsoon Season

Though monsoon brings respite from the heat, being a coastal city, Vizag experiences a lot of rainfall which can put a damper on your outdoor plans. Monsoon begins in June and stays till September.

How To Reach Visakhapatnam?

By Air

If you are travelling from Delhi or Mumbai, then a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International airport (Delhi) to Visakhapatnam airport is the best option which will take not more than four and a half hours.

By Road

If you are planning a trip to Vishakapatnam by road, then travelling from Chennai will be the best option allowing you to reach your destination taking the fastest route. The total route covers an area of 350 km.

By Train

There are trains from Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata to VSKP (Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station), which is 10 to 15 hours of journey.

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Best Vizag Tour Packages

Vizag Tour Packages	Duration	Price*	Inclusions	Details
Vizag & Araku Explorer Tour Package	3 Nights / 4 Days	₹15500/-	Meal, Transfer, Flights, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details
Vizag Araku Tour	3 Nights / 4 Days	₹25000/-	Meal, Transfer, Flights, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details