Hyderabad: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Hyderabad is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. It occupies 650 km2 (250 sq mi) on the Deccan Plateau along the banks of the Musi River, in the northern part of Southern India.

Hyderabad · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

Now in the cityHyderabad+26°CCloudy · sunrise 06:15 AMupdated 07:09 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map58

Exchange rate₹94.91per 1 $INR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Lumbini Park≈ 40 min NTR Gardens≈ 40 min Nehru Zoological Park≈ 45 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.

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This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy, with minor amendments made throughout, including updated information on access permits, scams, trekking in India, air and rail travel, India-Pakistan border area and Western India and healthcare in India (‘Entry requirements’,‘Safety and security’ and ‘Health’ pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

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Exercise increased caution in India due to crime and terrorism . Some areas have increased risk. Violent crime and terrorism occur in India. Rape is one of the fastest growing crimes in India. Violent crimes, including sexual assault, happen at tourist sites and other locations. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory