Historic Hyderabad - a Heritage Walk

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| Hyderabad, India

Features

Free Cancellation

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

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

2 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

English Speaking Local Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottle of mineral water & refreshments
Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Partially wheelchair accessible
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult

Hyderabad was historically known as a pearl and diamond trading center and it continues to be known as the “City of Pearls”. The Qutab Shahi rulers, the Mughals, the Asaf Jahi Nizams, and the British have all lived in this city during the past five centuries. Each group left their...

Duration 2 Hours
Group Tour
Max 8 people in the group

1
Charminar
You will be picked up from your hotel in Hyderabad in an air-conditioned vehicle. Your Heritage Walking tour will start at the Chaminar. This is the most iconic landmark in Hyderabad. Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, built Charminar in 1591 at the centre of the original city...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
2
Laad Bazaar
Your walk will take you through the Laad Bazaar, a well known, colorful shopping center of the old city, tucked away in one of the streets leading away from Charminar. Bridal wear, Pearls and the traditional shiny lac bangles also called "Chudiyaan" are sold here. You will meet the craftsmen...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Mecca Masjid

Next, we walk into the courtyard of Mecca Masjid. This mosque, completed by Aurangzeb in 1694, is named for the bricks brought from Mecca to build the central arch.

Duration 30 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Chowmahalla Palace

The last stop on the tour will be the Chowmahalla Complex where we will trace the history of the Nizams of Hyderabad from the early 18th century to 1948. The complex comprises of four palaces in Mughal and European styles. The Nizams were well known for the grandeur and wealth....