Overview
The Old City Heritage Walk takes you back 400 years in time back to the times of the Qutb Shahi Sultans who built the city if Hyderabad and left a lasting cultural legacy. As we walk past the palatial mansions and mosques of a bygone era we will also relive the life and times of the Nizams of Hyderabad in this walking tour. The walk commences at the famed Charminar and ends at Chowmahalla Palace of the Nizams.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Tea
Professional guide
Entrance charges
Camera charges
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
This is for the morning 8am walk
End point
This is for morning 8am walk
Good to know
• No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
What to expect
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Charminar
30 min
Charminar is a monument that is symbolic of the city of Hyderabad. It was built in 1591 by Mohammed Quli Qutb Shahi, the fifth sultan of the Qutub Shahi dynasty to commemorate the end of a deadly plague attack on the city. Our guide will enthrall you with legends like the presence of a secret tunnel underneath Charminar which connected to Golconda Fort, created as a means of escape for the royal family at times of distress.
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Laad Bazaar
20 min
We will visit this famous street bazaar for pearls and bangles.
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Mecca Masjid
40 min
We next walk to Mecca Masjid which is one of the oldest mosques in India. The foundation stone was laid by Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth ruler of Qutub Shahi dynasty. The bricks used to build the mosque have been made from soil sourced from Mecca! This magnificent mosque can accommodate more than 10000 people.
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30 min
We walk to the Palace of Khurshid Jah Bahadur, who belonged to the Shamsiya family, one of the first noble families of Hyderabad. One can only imagine the splendor of this building during its heydays with its elliptical arches and 40 feet tall Corinthian pillars! Though the name Baradari means twelve doors there are only five! This mansion has now been converted into the Hussaini Alam Government Girls College.
Our next destination is a 19th century Palace of a Paigah nobleman named Asmanjah who was a law minister in the service of the Nizams. The highlights of this two-storied palace are Greek Corinthian pillars and an emblem of the glowing sun at the entrance. -
45 min
The last leg of our walk brings us to Choumahalla. It is the Palace of the Nizams who were at one time the richest people in the world. Some of the noteworthy sections in this Palace include a water fountain, vintage cars, intricate carvings, glass chandeliers and the grand durbar hall. During the heydays of the Nizams, as many as 7000 attendants used to man this Palace! Our guide will give you an insight into the personal and political life of Nizams of Hyderabad.
(Choumallah Palace is closed on Friday. If we do the walk on a friday, we will not be visiting it)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Old City Walk in Hyderabad with professional guide to go back 400 years in time
Can I cancel Old City Walk in Hyderabad with professional guide to go back 400 years in time for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 45 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
This is for the morning 8am walk Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Professional guide
- Entrance charges
What's not included?
- Camera charges
Which places does it visit?
It visits Charminar, Laad Bazaar, Mecca Masjid.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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