Shamshabad
Hyderabad
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Charminar
In the late 16th century, this monument was erected to celebrate the end of a plague. Now, it is one of Hyderabad’s most famous landmarks.
![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
Visit these ancient ruins and wander around mud walls to learn about the mosques, palaces and artillery of an ancient civilization.
Nehru Zoological Park
Visit this park to see animals running wild in safari habitats and learn about some of the 160 rare and exotic species housed here.
Birla Mandir Temple
This peaceful site blends various spiritual sects and architectural styles. Enjoy scenic views of the sunset and the illuminated temple at night.
Mecca Masjid
With space for 10,000 people at any one time, this enormous mosque is one of the most sacred sites for Muslims in Hyderabad.
Things to do
2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Hyderabad with Both Side Commercial Flights
Hyderabad Private Full-day Sightseeing Tour
2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Hyderabad with Both side Commercial Flight
Hyderabad: Heritage Walking Tour of Old City and Charminar
Hyderabad Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad)
Top hotels in Shamshabad
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel
Excellent hotel close to the airport
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Transit by Encalm - Nap and Shower
Too much hassle to checkin
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Click Hotel Shamshabad-Hyderabad Airport
Sttaff support is very poor
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Hyderabad Grand
TOWN SQUARE SUITES
Rooms need to be sound proofed (there was a wedding with live band so I could not sleep), they need to figure out the leak happening that results in multiple whatsapp scam requests prior to arriving (pretending they are hotel reservations)
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel ORIGIN Hyderabad Airport
Everything
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shamshabad
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.
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.
LB Nagar
Though LB Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salar Jung Museum and Mount Opera Multi-Theme Park Resort.
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.
Manikonda
While Manikonda may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Qutub Shahi Tombs and Durgam Cheruvu Lake.
Financial District
While Financial District isn't home to many top sights, Ocean Park and Gachibowli Indoor Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
