Punjagutta Travel Guide
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Charminar
Among the most notable structures in Hyderabad, this 16th-century monument was erected to celebrate the end of a deadly plague.
![Hussain Sagar is a heart shaped lake in Hyderabad built by Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah in 1563, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah. It is spread across an area of 5.7 square kilometers and is fed by River Musi. A large monolithic statue of the Gautama Buddha, erected in 1992, stands on Gibraltar Rock in the middle of the lake. It also separates Hyderabad from its twin city Secunderabad.[1] The maximum depth of the lake is 32 feet
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Hussain Sagar Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hussain Sagar Lake during your travels in Hyderabad. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Golconda Fort
Mud walls surround these ancient ruins, a historic site perfect for learning about the mosques, palaces and military of an ancient civilisation.
Nehru Zoological Park
Watch as exotic animals run through their safari habitats and learn about the intriguing lives of the more than 160 species housed at this zoo.
Birla Mandir Temple
Immerse yourself in the calming atmosphere of this meeting point of different religions and architectural styles.
Salar Jung Museum
Journey through time, from the 2nd century through to the 20th, as you browse books, artworks and other fascinating items gathered by the adventurer Salar Jung.
Activities
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Our pick of the best Punjagutta Hotel Deals
Mercure Hyderabad KCP Hotel
Good hotel with decent options nearby.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Hyderabad Banjara Hills by IHG
Nice and clean room, helpful staff- a good choice for a first visit to Hyderabad
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre
It was perfect and I’m very happy I chose this hotel
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel
Room was very good and the hospitality was excellent. The support staff were outstanding. I have stayed here on a regular basis for the last decade and they have maintained very good standards.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Leela Hyderabad Banjara Hills
Everything has great Food was great !
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Taj Krishna
Love staying here
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Punjagutta
Ameerpet
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Ameerpet and you might want to plan a stop by Hyderabad Central Mall and Hussain Sagar Lake while you're in the area.
Banjara Hills
Travellers come to Banjara Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like GVK One Mall and Lotus Pond while you're in town.
Begumpet
Visitors often come to Begumpet for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Hussain Sagar Lake and Jalavihar. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Begumpet Metro Station.
Lakdi Ka Pul
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Lakdi Ka Pul. You might want to make time for a stop at AP State Archaeology Museum or A.P. State Museum.
Abids
Abids is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Falaknuma Palace and Dargah Yousufain.
Jubilee Hills
Jubilee Hills is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shilparamam Cultural Society and Durgam Cheruvu Lake.
