Hyderabad: Old City Walking Tour, Captivates 400+ Years History

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About this activity

Step into the heart of Hyderabad’s Old City and explore over four centuries of rich heritage, architecture, and culture. Wander through narrow lanes bustling with life, admire iconic landmarks like Charminar and Mecca Masjid, and discover hidden gems that tell stories of the city’s glorious past. This walking tour offers an immersive experience of traditional markets, historic monuments, and the vibrant culture that has shaped Hyderabad for 400+ years. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

The Half Day Walking Tour - driven by the professional tour guides who have historical inter sight into Hyderabad's archaeology, heritage and culture will take you through ancient and medieval ages of the City involves 400+ years of long history back in Qutub Shahi times and continue the legacy by the Nizams of Hyderabad. History enthusiasts will love exploring Hyderabad’s fascinating past by visiting old city sites.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Hyderabad Heritage Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Tea and coffee: Iranian Tea with Osmania Biscuits
Included: Friendly Tour Guide in Person
Included: Admission fees: Admission Fee at Chowmahalla Palace
Included: Air Conditioned Car

Itinerary

Badshahi Ashurkhana

15 min Admission included

An Ashurkhana is a place of mourning for Shia Muslims on Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram. Established by Muhammed Quli Qutb Shah in 1594. As a result, the city has numerous of Ashurkhanas, after completing the Charminar to mark the new city of Hyderabad in 1591. The brilliantly colored tile-mosaic decoration was completed under Abdullah Qutb Shah in 1611. After the Mughal conquest of Hyderabad, in a display of Sunni sectarianism, Aurangzeb used it as a horse stable for the Mughal cavalry.
Stop 2

15 min

Pathar Gatti was built during the reign of the last Nizam of Hyderabad State, Mir Osman Ali Khan in 1911. As the building was constructed in stone or Pathar, it was named Pathargatti. It was designed by the renowned engineer Vishveshwaraiah in a distinctive Osmanian architecture style.
Stop 3

15 min

Char Kaman - meaning four gates. After the completion of Charminar, at about 75m feet to its north, four lofty arches known as Char Kaman were built in 1592 by the founder along with Gulzar Houz. The names of the four arches are Charminar Kaman, Machli Kaman, Kali Kaman and Sher-e-Batil-Ki-Kaman. The arches are fifty feet high, and demarcate an open square, in front of which a Qutb Shahi palace once existed
Gulzar Houz

Passing by

Gulzar Houz was built 350 feet equidistant from the Char Kaman surrounding to it. Initially it was 12 sided then it turned octagonal and today it looks almost circular. It was an octagonal shaped water reservoir made for quenching the thirst of the soldiers, traders and travelers.
Charminar

30 min Admission not included

Established in 1591 A.D. by Muhammed Quli Qutb Shah, the famous tourist attractions in the world. Feast your eyes on Hyderabad's global icon that is strategically located in the midst of two other popular structures, the famous Laad Bazaar to the west and the granite ornamented Mecca Mosque to the southwest.
Laad Bazaar

15 min Admission included

Laad Bazaar or Choodia Bazaar is a market is a famous and historic market known for its shopping souvenirs and most importantly, bangles. It is definitely one of the oldest markets in Hyderabad and sparks up memories of its glittering past of sparklingly colorful bridal bazaar.
Mecca Masjid

15 min Admission included

A 400-year-old historic structure is the ultimate epitome of magnificence. This massive hall can accommodate up to 10,000 people. Savor the tranquil ambiance around the water fountain. Make your way to the solemn graves of former rulers at the first courtyard from the entrance. Afterward, unwind on the black benches beside the pond and gaze upon the setting sun.
Chowmahalla Palace

one hour Admission included

Chowmahalla Palace is a captivating and spectacular work of art. The tastefully decorated features distinguish it as the former meeting hall of the rulers. The captivating landscape makes a beautiful backdrop for a photo shoot after which you can unwind among the ponds, trees and plants.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Morning Walk, At the Hyderabad's Landmark - Charminar, the walking tour continue to Chowmahalla Palace until the visit of Badshahi Ashoorkhana

End point

Morning Walk, At the Hyderabad's Landmark - Charminar, the walking tour continue to Chowmahalla Palace until the visit of Badshahi Ashoorkhana

Pickup points

OYO Flagship 76687 Kothapet
Capital O Kamakshi Hotels
Via RR Living Grand
Fabhotel Ayaansh Himayatnagar
OYO Flagship 82474 Hotel Park 9
OYO HYD1589 Hotel Sai Palace
Hotel o Hyvin Suites
Fabhotel Sbr
Hotel O Hotel Heaven Stay
Hotel O SNIST University Hyderabad Formerly Hari Hara Enterprise
The Leela Hyderabad
SPOT ON Pnd Complex

and 2,637 more pickup points

Travelers can share their residing location to appoint car pick-up for the tour

Using your ticket

the ticket voucher valid for the tour - inclusive of mentioned attractions

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Its going to be a ease & simple walking tour

Options

Walking tour-Hotel pick & drop

AC Car - For Entire Tour

Pickup included
Walking Tour - Without Pick-up

Meeting & Ending Points: Chowmahalla Palace // OR // Charminar
Friday- Temple + Hussain Sagar

Chowmahalla Closed on Friday: Along with Old City Walking tour, Palace replaced with Birla Temple - A Marble Hindu Temple and Hussain Sagar- Man Made Lake

Pickup included