Places to Visit in Rajahmundry

• The Godavari Cruise: One of the most iconic things to see and do in the city is the cruise through the lake Godavari. Marvel at the structural significance of the Dowleswaram Barrage - which has helped make the land fertile while overlooking the Godavari Bridge. Watching the sunset on the banks of Godavari is a sight to behold.
• Kotilingeswara Temple: Built during the 10th century, the Kotilingeswara Temple overlooks the mighty Godavari River. Legend has it that Ravana used to worship Lord Shiva in this temple. The temple boasts a huge Shiva Linga.
• Rallabandi Subbarao Museum: For those who love artefacts from an era gone by and want to indulge in history and culture, the Rallabandi Museum holds a treasure trove of old coins, scriptures and ancient palm leaf manuscripts.
• Kadiyapulanka: Only 8 km from the town, Kadiyapulanka is a nature lover's paradise. This sleepy little village is famous for its horticulture. Head here to check out nurseries that have seasonal and ornamental plants.
• Papi Hills: Papi Hill is a mountain range that is located in Rajahmundry. The best way to experience this range is via a cruise. Get on a boat and snake through the small islands on the river underneath the scenic view of Papi hills.

High-end shopping/luxury shopping/shopping malls in Rajahmundry

• Innovations Shopping Mall
• CMR Shopping Mall
• KLM Mall
• Sudarshan Shopping Mall:The Sudarshan shopping mall in the city is a great place to shop for everything, all under one roof, from traditional to designer wear and to ready-made sarees.

Street shopping in Rajahmundry

• Mahatma Gandhi Market: Rajahmundry is a powerhouse for cloth industries and houses India’s largest clothing market at Mahatma Gandhi market. From hand-woven fabrics to cotton and Khadi grams, shop here for both traditional and modern designs. And if you are good at bargaining, you will find great stuff at affordable prices.

• Kalaniketan: One of the top shopping destinations in the city is Kalaniketan. It houses options targeted at women but is slowly opening doors to other audiences as well. Head here for the latest trends and traditional attires.

Nightlife/party places in Rajahmundry

• Cosmopolitan Club
• Delta Club
• Rajahmundry Family Club
• Kingsway Health Club
• Officers Club
• Town Hall

• Pushkar Ghat: This place offers an amazing view of the Godavari barrage. Come here in the evening for a soulful prayer offered to the goddess Godavari and some downtime from the busy city life.

• Markandeya Temple: The Markandeya temple is situated on the banks of the river Godavari. Pilgrims from across the country visit the temple throughout the year.

• The joy of discovering Rajahmundry is best by a boat. With ghats banking the city's waterline, they offer the perfect spot for travellers to put their foot down.

• Take a walk to the Cotton Museum and park or stroll through the green carpet of the Gandhi Park. Head to Kotagummam, the commercial area of Rajahmundry and enjoy drinking rose milk. Locals here swear by the taste of the rose milk, available in three flavours – plain, with Kova or with semiya and, in fact, consider it as the best in the entire state of Andhra Pradesh. Take the Godavari launch journey, which covers almost 100 km on the river, snaking through the islands in over 12 hours, covering places like Papikondalu, Kolluru and Perantalapalli. Taking a long walk to the top of the hill to see the Annavaram temple which is both picturesque and calming.

Places to visit near Rajahmundry

Sree Veerbhadra Swamy Temple

Situated atop a hill in the middle of the Godavari River in Pattiseema, Sree Veerbhadra Swamy Temple on Devakuta Parvatha is a famous centre for pilgrims offering prayers to Lord Shiva. It is considered one of the five key Lord Shiva temples in the country.

Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary

Just 70 km and a 2-hour drive away from Rajahmundry is the Coringa Wildlife sanctuary. Home to as many as 30+ species of Mangrove plants and over 120 species of birds, the sanctuary is a great place to spot a range of animals and plants. It is also the second-largest stretch of Mangrove forests in India. If you love nature, make a day trip out to the wildlife sanctuary.

Kakinada Beach

If you are travelling with friends or family, take a drive down to the Kakinada beach, just 1.5 hours away from Rajahmundry. The beach is usually devoid of tourists, making it a great escape from the city as well.

Hope Island

A small island in the middle of the ocean, Hope Island is a piece of land just off the coast of Kakinada. It usually takes a 1.5-hour drive to reach Kakinada, and from there, you can take a boat from Kakinada and make a small day trip to this island. Secluded from the mainland, this island offers respite from city life.

One day travel guide for Rajahmundry/24 hours in Rajahmundry

If you are in the city for only one day, business or pleasure, there are a few things which should be on your itinerary. Start with a visit to the Godavari Bridge. Spanning over the length of the mighty Godavari River, it is a sight to behold to anyone visiting the city. You can either take a boat or simply sit at the Pushkar Ghat to see the bridge. Very close to Pushkar Ghat is the Markandeya Temple. Situated on the banks of the river, it is one of the oldest temples in the city.

Kumbh Mela

The city of Rajahmundry also hosts the Kumbh Mela every 12 years, and if you plan your visit around that time, you will witness an event like no other. All in all, Rajahmundry is a town that's both picturesque and serene and offers something for every kind of traveller.