{"id":1782,"date":"2025-08-20T14:56:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T09:26:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.havemony.com\/?p=1782"},"modified":"2026-04-06T17:04:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:34:11","slug":"2-day-hyderabad-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/havemony.com\/blogs\/2-day-hyderabad-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"2-Day Hyderabad Itinerary: Old City to New City"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Day 1: Old City \u2014 Charminar, Biryani & Bazaars<\/h2>

8:00 AM \u2014 Irani Chai at Nimrah Caf\u00e9<\/h3>

Start opposite Charminar with the city’s signature breakfast: Irani chai and Osmania biscuits. The morning light on Charminar from Nimrah’s terrace is the best photo you’ll take.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> \u20b940\u201360 | Payment:<\/strong> Cash or UPI<\/p>

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8:45 AM \u2014 Charminar<\/h3>

Climb to the second floor for panoramic views of the Old City. Early morning means fewer crowds. 30\u201345 minutes.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> \u20b9300 (foreigner) | Payment:<\/strong> UPI<\/p>

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9:30 AM \u2014 Laad Bazaar<\/h3>

Walk directly from Charminar into the bangle bazaar. Lac bangles, wedding finery, perfume (attar), and traditional jewellery. Bargaining expected. Budget 1\u20131.5 hours of browsing.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> \u20b9500\u20132,000 shopping | Payment:<\/strong> UPI at most shops<\/p>

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11:00 AM \u2014 Pearl Shopping at Pathergatti<\/h3>

Walk 10 minutes to the pearl district. Hyderabad’s pearls range from affordable freshwater strands (\u20b9500\u20132,000) to premium Basra pearls (\u20b910,000+). On-the-spot customisation available at many shops.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> Depends on purchases | Payment:<\/strong> UPI<\/p>

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12:30 PM \u2014 Biryani Lunch<\/h3>

Option A:<\/strong> Bawarchi at RTC Cross Roads for the locals’ favourite (\u20b9200\u2013350).<\/p>

Option B:<\/strong> Paradise in Secunderabad for the famous name (\u20b9250\u2013400).<\/p>

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2:30 PM \u2014 Salar Jung Museum<\/h3>

One of the world’s largest one-man collections. Mughal miniatures, European paintings, jade daggers, and the famous Veiled Rebecca sculpture. Air-conditioned \u2014 good for the afternoon heat. 1.5\u20132 hours.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> \u20b9500 (foreigner) | Payment:<\/strong> UPI<\/p>

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5:00 PM \u2014 Qutb Shahi Tombs<\/h3>

Recently restored domed mausoleums in peaceful gardens. Beautiful in late afternoon light. 1 hour.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> \u20b9200 (foreigner) | Payment:<\/strong> UPI<\/p>

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7:00 PM \u2014 Dinner<\/h3>

Shah Ghouse for late-night biryani and haleem (\u20b9200\u2013400) or Jewel of Nizam in Banjara Hills for refined Hyderabadi dining (\u20b9800\u20131,200).<\/p>

Day 1 total:<\/strong> \u20b92,500\u20135,000<\/p>

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Day 2: Golconda, New City & Culture<\/h2>

8:00 AM \u2014 Breakfast: Ram Ki Bandi or Govind Dosa<\/h3>

Early-morning dosa institutions. Ram Ki Bandi opens at 4 AM and sells out by 7 AM. Govind Dosa is more forgiving on timing. \u20b940\u2013120.<\/p>

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9:00 AM \u2014 Golconda Fort<\/h3>

Hyderabad’s most impressive monument. Test the famous acoustics at the entrance gate. Explore the royal apartments, water systems, and climb to the top for panoramic views. Budget 2\u20132.5 hours.<\/p>

Cost:<\/strong> \u20b9200 (foreigner) | Payment:<\/strong> UPI<\/p>

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12:00 PM \u2014 Lunch at Caf\u00e9 Bahar<\/h3>

Basheerbagh institution. No-frills biryani and kebabs with locals. \u20b9180\u2013300.<\/p>

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2:00 PM \u2014 Hussain Sagar & Tank Bund<\/h3>

Walk along the lake promenade, take a boat to the Buddha statue (\u20b975\u2013150), and enjoy the view that separates old and new Hyderabad.<\/p>

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3:30 PM \u2014 Banjara Hills \/ Jubilee Hills<\/h3>

The modern side of Hyderabad. Boutique shops, cafes, galleries. Stop at Roastery Coffee House or Autumn Leaf Caf\u00e9 for a coffee break (\u20b9200\u2013350).<\/p>

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5:30 PM \u2014 Evening at Shilparamam<\/h3>

An arts and crafts village with artisan workshops, boutique stores, and cultural performances. Good for souvenirs. \u20b920\u201350 entry. UPI accepted.<\/p>

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7:30 PM \u2014 Dinner<\/h3>

Farzi Caf\u00e9 in Jubilee Hills for creative modern Indian (\u20b91,000\u20131,800) or Ohri’s for reliable Hyderabadi classics (\u20b9500\u20131,000).<\/p>

Day 2 total:<\/strong> \u20b92,000\u20134,000<\/p>

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2-Day Grand Total<\/h2>
\u00a0<\/th>Budget<\/strong><\/th>Mid-Range<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Day 1 (Old City)<\/td>\u20b92,500<\/td>\u20b95,000<\/td><\/tr>
Day 2 (Golconda & New City)<\/td>\u20b92,000<\/td>\u20b94,000<\/td><\/tr>
2-Day Total (excl. hotel)<\/strong><\/td>\u20b94,500 (~$54)<\/strong><\/td>\u20b99,000 (~$107)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Hotel (per night)<\/td>\u20b9800\u20131,500<\/td>\u20b93,000\u20136,000<\/td><\/tr>
Grand Total (2 nights)<\/strong><\/td>\u20b96,100\u20137,500<\/strong><\/td>\u20b915,000\u201321,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

See also: Hyderabad Travel Guide<\/strong><\/a> and Where to Eat in Hyderabad<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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