Visakhapatnam: Where the Hills Meet the Sea

Experience the majestic Eastern Ghats rising directly from the azure waters of the Bay of Bengal. Explore pristine golden beaches, historic naval museums, and scenic valley getaways with Vizag's premium car rental service.

City Landmarks

Popular Tourist Spots

Discover the top attractions within the city limits. Filter by category to plan your custom sightseeing itinerary.

Museum INS Kurusura Submarine Museum

INS Kurusura Submarine Museum

Walk inside a decommissioned Soviet-built submarine of the Indian Navy. Parked right on the sands of RK Beach, it is Asia's first submarine museum and offers a rare look at naval life under the sea.

Timings: 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Closed Mondays)
Entry Fee: ₹70 Adults, ₹40 Children
Museum TU 142 Aircraft Museum

TU 142 Aircraft Museum

Located right across from the submarine museum, this decommissioned Soviet Tupolev TU-142 anti-submarine aircraft features an exhibition of aeronautical equipment, engines, and an immersive VR flight simulator room.

Timings: 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Entry Fee: ₹70
Beach Rushikonda Beach

Rushikonda Beach

Commonly referred to as the "Jewel of the East Coast," this Blue Flag certified beach is famous for its clean golden sands, gentle slopes, swimming conditions, and professional water sports like windsurfing, speedboating, and sea kayaking.

Timings: 24/7 Open
Entry Fee: Free Entry
Scenic Park Kailasagiri Hilltop Park

Kailasagiri Hilltop Park

A hilltop park offering breathtaking panoramic views of the curving beaches and the city. It features massive 40-foot stone statues of Lord Shiva and Parvathi, a ropeway (cable car) system, and a toy train loop that rides along the hill edge.

Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Entry Fee: ₹5 base entry (Rides extra)
Beach RK Beach

RK Beach (Ramakrishna Beach)

The bustling heart of Vizag's coast. Perfect for watching spectacular sunrises, strolling along the clean beach road, enjoying delicious local street food, and paying respects at the historic Victory at Sea War Memorial.

Timings: 5:00 AM – Midnight
Entry Fee: Free Entry
Spiritual Simhachalam Temple

Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple

Perched atop the Simhachalam hills, this 11th-century architectural marvel blends traditional Kalinga and Chola architectural styles. The deity, Narasimha Swamy, remains covered in sandalwood paste throughout the year.

Timings: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free (Special Darshan tickets available)
Beyond Vizag

Weekend Getaways & Day Trips

Venture outside the city limits to explore dramatic valleys, ancient caves, and heritage settlements. Easily reachable with our rental cars.

32 km away Bheemili Beach

Bheemili Beach & Dutch Ruins

A historic 17th-century Dutch settlement located at the mouth of the Gosthani River. Take a scenic drive along the beach road to see Dutch cemeteries, lighthouse, ruins, and the seaside Buddhist-themed statues.

90 km away Borra Caves

Borra Caves

Fascinating, million-year-old karstic limestone caves nestled deep in the Ananthagiri hill ranges. Stretching over 80 meters deep, they are filled with magnificent, dramatically illuminated stalactite and stalagmite formations.

100 km away Lambasingi

Lambasingi

Famously known as the "Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh," this unique village sits high in the hills. During winter mornings, it experiences thick freezing mist, temperature drops near zero, and frost over the coffee plantations.

115 km away Araku Valley

Araku Valley

A breathtaking hill station in the Eastern Ghats. Famous for organic coffee plantations, valleys, cold climate, and indigenous tribal culture—including the traditional Dhimsa dance. The road and train journey here feature stunning mountain vistas and tunnels.

Travel Tips

Practical Travel Information

Essential advice and recommendations to ensure a smooth, comfortable, and delicious visit to Visakhapatnam.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to plan your trip to Visakhapatnam is between **October and March**. During these months, the weather is pleasant, cool, and perfect for exploring the beaches and sightseeing. The hill stations like Araku and Lambasingi are particularly scenic and cool during the winter season (November to January).

Local Food Highlights

Authentic Andhra Seafood

Savor fresh catches from the Bay of Bengal, prepared with spicy Andhra masalas (e.g., Prawn Fry, Fish Curry).

Bamboo Chicken

An iconic Araku Valley tribal specialty where marinated chicken is stuffed inside bamboo shoots and roasted over charcoal without oil.

Beachside Muri Mixture

A famous local street snack made of puffed rice mixed with onions, green chilies, spices, lemon juice, and peanuts, served fresh on the beachfront.

Rent a Car for Your Sightseeing Tour

Navigate the city landmarks and ride up the Araku Ghat roads comfortably. Hire a premium self-drive or driver driven car today.