Balanagar Travel Guide
Hyderabad
Popular places to visit
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.
Salar Jung Museum
Journey through time, from the 2nd century through to the 20th, as you browse books, artworks and other fascinating items gathered by the adventurer Salar Jung.
Things to do
Hyderabad: Full-Day Private Tour with Lunch
Hyderabad Private Full-day Sightseeing Tour
Private Full-Day Textile Tour Excursion from Hyderabad
2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Hyderabad with Both Side Commercial Flights
4Hr Experiential Tour of Hyderabad's Historic & Cultural Old City
Top hotels in Balanagar
Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre
It was perfect and I’m very happy I chose this hotel
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel
Room was very good and the hospitality was excellent. The support staff were outstanding. I have stayed here on a regular basis for the last decade and they have maintained very good standards.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Leela Hyderabad Banjara Hills
This is the best hotel in Hyderabad, centrally located in Banjara Hills with access to shopping, superb service and two of the best restaurants in house in the city. Strongly recommend
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Taj Krishna
Nice large rooms
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Trident Hyderabad
Well maintained hotel
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad
The room was clean and the staff were friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Balanagar
Begumpet
Visitors often come to Begumpet for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Hussain Sagar Lake and Jalavihar. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Begumpet Metro Station.
Ameerpet
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Ameerpet and you might want to plan a stop by Hyderabad Central Mall and GVK One Mall while you're in the area.
Secunderabad
Secunderabad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Secunderabad Clock Tower and Hussain Sagar Lake while you're in town.
Jubilee Hills
Jubilee Hills is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durgam Cheruvu Lake and Shilparamam Cultural Society.
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.
Kukatpally Housing Board Colony
Though Kukatpally Housing Board Colony may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forum Mall and Inorbit Mall.
