Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag, is a District located in South India in Andhra Pradesh State (Province). It is one of the main port city of south India and an industrial hub in Andhra Pradesh along the coastal line of Bay of Bengal. Visakhapatnam has infinite stretches of beaches exactly next to the city on one side and wavy green hills on the other side, which has made the city a heaven for the tourists.

The city of Visakhapatnam is the land of golden beaches which was a small fishing village just over half a century ago. It is a surprising fact that this port city with a natural harbour has developed into one of the fastest growing cities in Asia pretty fast. Visakhapatnam is a heavenly destination for all types of tourists like the religious minded ones, the Buddhist pilgrims, the adventure questers and the fun lovers. A long stretch of road along the shoreline up to the second oldest municipality in the country, Bheemunipatnam, and a number of beaches, all are a pleasure to experience.

You can reach Visakhapatnam by Air & Road:

Nearest Airports

• Visakhapatnam approx 8kms / 20min
• Rajahmundry approx 190kms / 4hrs
• Vijayawada approx 390kms / 8-9hrs  

Nearest Main Railway Station 

• Visakhapatnam approx 14kms / 30min
• Marripalem approx 12Kms / 30min
• Simhachalam Northi approx 12Kms / 30min

Nearby Important Tourist Destinations

• Vijayawada approx 390kms / 8-9hrs
• Hyderabad approx 622kms / 10hrs

Vishakapatnam is a year around tourist destination. During summers it will be very hot. The best time to visit is during winter. During Rainy season the showers are very heavy.

Important attraction of Visakhapatnam are as below.

• Beaches: Visakhapatnam is known for its beaches like Ramakrishna beach which is the popular and main beach, Lawson’s Bay Beach and extension of Ramakrishna beach, Bheemili Beach is located at Bheemunipatnam Village, Gangavaram is one of the most beautiful beach in the city. Rushikonda beach is one of the stunning beach with emerald colour water & Yarada beach which is one of the best beach in Visakhapatnam
• Kailasa giri is Hilltop Park : The Kailasa Giri Park situated at 360 feet high on the hill gives a stunning view of the bay and the city. It is a place of religious importance & a picnic spot.
• Kambalakonda wildlife sanctuary is a wildlife Sanctuary located outskirts of Visakhapatnam.
• Borra caves also called as Borra Guhalu is situated in the Ananthagiri hills of Arakku valey in Visakhapatnam.
• Submarine Museum also called as VMRDA INS Kursura Submarine Museum. This is an actual submarine located near Ramakrishna beach. This museum consists the artefacts, Pictures and articles showcasing the patriotism of the warriors.
• Simhachalam Temple is an important Hindu temple on Simhachalam hills dedicated to Lord Sri Varahalakshmi Narasimha Swamy. The main festival celebrated here are Kalyanotsava, Chandanotsava, Narasimha Jayanti, Navaratrotsava & Kamadahana.