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Hyderabad : Old City Walking Tour, Captivates 400+ Years History
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Hyderabad
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Its going to be a ease & simple walking tour
Cancellation policy
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 a...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide in Person
Bottled water
Iranian Tea with Osmania Biscuits
Admission Fee at Chowmahalla Palace
Air Conditioned Car
Camera charges
Meeting Points
Departure
Charminar
Morning Walk, At the Hyderabad's Landmark - Charminar, the walking tour continue to Chowmahalla Palace until the visit of Badshahi Ashoorkhana
Return
Hyderabad : Old City Walking Tour, Captivates 400+ Years History
(46) Reviews
Hyderabad
About
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 a...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide in Person
Bottled water
Iranian Tea with Osmania Biscuits
Admission Fee at Chowmahalla Palace
Air Conditioned Car
Camera charges
Meeting Points
Departure
Charminar
Morning Walk, At the Hyderabad's Landmark - Charminar, the walking tour continue to Chowmahalla Palace until the visit of Badshahi Ashoorkhana
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.
15 minutes
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Pathergatti Road
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.
15 minutes
3
Char Kaman
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
15 minutes
4
Gulzar Houz
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.
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Charminar
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.
30 minutes
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Laad Bazaar
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.
15 minutes
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Mecca Masjid
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.
15 minutes
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Chowmahalla Palace
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.