Old City Walking tour in Hyderabad, travel back 400 years in time
Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Old City Heritage Walk is an immersive walking tour in Hyderabad which takes you back 400 years in time back to the times of the Qutb Shahi Sultans who built the city 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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Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Charminar
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.
Laad Bazaar
We will visit this famous street bazaar for pearls and bangles.
Options
Morning walk without pick up
Its a group walk without pick Starting point: Charminar (Old City), Hyderabad, Telangana 500002, India
Private walk without pick up
Fri group walk without pickup
Choumahalla will be skipped: Choumahalla Palace is closed on fridays. The walk will therefore skip Choumahalla Palace Starting point: Charminar (Old City), Hyderabad, Telangana 500002, India
Private tour-Hotel pick & drop
AC Car Pickup included
Afternoon walk without pick up
Group walk Starting point: Chowmahalla Palace, 20-4-236, Khilwath Rd, Khilwat, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002, India
What‘s Included
Tea
Professional guide
Entrance charges
Camera charges
Pickup points
OYO Flagship 18341 Metro International
21 1 23 28 29 High Court Naya Pul Road Hyderabad India
SPOT ON 48871 AY Hotel
24219 To 222/A Laad Bazar Main Road, Old Moti Gali, Charminar Hyderabad India
SPOT ON 48871 Ay Hotel
20-4-219 to 222/A, Lad Bazar Main Road Hyderabad India
HZ Inn
HZ Commercial Center Hyderabad India
Charminar Hotel
22-8-290/291 Hamad plaza, Nayapul, Nayapul Hyderabad India
OYO 7343 Al Shareef Palace
22-6-672 , Mir Alam Mandi Etebar Chowk, Opposite Mir Chowk Police Station Charminar Hyderabad India
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
115 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Clear explanations with rich program
takeshifuk,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ms Shashi gave a very rich tour program. Her explanations were very clear. Her guide is highly recommended for other guests.シャシさんは非常に充実したツアープログラムを提供してくれました。説明も非常に分かりやすかったです。他のゲストの方にも、彼女のガイドを強くお勧めします。
Amazing History and Old City Walking Tour
O6925SUsamanthaa,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shashi was incredible! She did a fantastic job telling me all about the history of hyderabad. She took me to all the spots (the markets, the masque, the center etc. She is a wonderful guide , 10/10 recommend shashi! She did a great tour showing the culture of hyderabad/india. Would highly recommend for further tours!
Wonderful city tour in Hyderabad
Adventure48637442096,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shashi was a great guide taking care of all our wishes. Worth the money, would always do it again.
Great city walk with Shashi - can only be recommended
176lised,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00shashi was a wonderful guide - she took care of all our wishes ( and there were a lot) - it was simply a perfect tour - anytime again
Don’t miss the tour with Ms. Shashi
Britni M,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing walking tour with Ms. Shashi. She is from Hyderabad and very knowledgeable. I really feel that I got to experience a little taste of Hyderabad culture. And Shashi is so sweet and a pleasure to spend time with. Don’t miss this tour when you’re in Hyderabad.
Great day out walking in the old city
belindahW7822NO,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Sashi was very knowledgeable and made it a great day out for us walking in the old city. Make sure to go to Charminar in the early morning when there are no crowds and it is cooler. There is a great view from the top. Chowmahalla palace is well worth a visit with beautiful gardens and the mosque was very interesting too.
Great time!
Anna V,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lovely time learning about Hyderabad old town history with Ms. Shashi for the half day tour. The tour was well structured with a mix of history and experiences such as watching the making of bangles, trying milk tea and the Osmania cookies. Ms. Shashi is very knowledgeable, kind and accommodating in regards to start/end of the tour. Highly recommended, especially for solo female travelers.
Incredible Journey Through the History of Hyderabad!!
499allir,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Srinu was incredible and this was such a great day. He gave me a big rundown of the history of Hyderabad as we drove into town. Then we walked through the historic town and the palace as I learned more about the incredible influences in Hyderabad over hundreds of years. He was so knowledgeable and answered every question! Then, we went to a few shops where he showed me some of the coolest authentic craft & artisan work still being done in the region. Really really awesome - cannot recommend Srinu enough.
Great, informative and fun tour!
FarAway20511108202,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience on this tour. I went with my husband who was visiting Hyderabad for the first time. We were able to book this quite easily, and the communication from the staff about timings, meeting points etc. was very efficient. On the tour, we were able to locate our guide, John, easily and he even waited 5 minutes for us very kindly as we were running late. The tour was very informative, followed a good route and we had enough time to take any photos. All in all great experience and would totally recommend 100%!
Fun day trip through Old Hyderabad.
312murraye,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day trip through the Old City of Hyderabad! Loved my time our guide John, who was knowledgeable, clear, and concise with historical information.
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