Best Places to visit in October in Vijayawada

9 Best Places to visit in October in Vijayawada


Mogalarajapuram Caves - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Mogalarajapuram Caves | #1 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Mogalarajapuram Caves, Vijayawada

Located in the middle of the city of Vijayawada at "Kasthuribaipet", Krishna District these 5th-century relics are a testimony to the heritage of Vijayawada. The caves have a religious significance owing to five rock-cut sanctums that house idols of Lord Nataraja, Lord Vinayaka, goddess Durga. The five conspicuous components of the cave are called Upanam, Kantha, Vritta Kumuda, and Pattika. Different sections of the cave are dedicated to nine manifestations of goddess Durga. A stone carved idol of Ardhanariswara, an androgynous form, of Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvati (Shakthi) is unique to this place. The caves are easily accessible and a prime tourist attraction.

AddressMoghalrajpuram Caves, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeNature Sites and Parks - Caves
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Mogalarajapuram Caves opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Undavalli Caves open every day for visitors
Best MonthJuly, August, September, October, November, December
Prakasam Barrage - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Prakasam Barrage | #2 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Prakasam Barrage, Vijayawada

A Road Bridge present as Prakasam Barrage built across the River Krishna connects. The barrage was constructed to facilitate the irrigation of large tracts of farmland and is one of the first major projects undertaken for irrigation in South India. Three canals associated with the barrage run across the city of Vijayawada offering it a panoramic Venetian appearance. The place has evolved as a major tourist spot because of its majestic setup and aesthetic element. The entire bridge is set up with lights that add to its splendor. Activities associated with water like boating, few adventure sports are popular here. The backwaters of the barrage house the famous Bhavani Island.

AddressPrakasam Barrage Rd, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeSightseeing - Bridge & Dams
Best forFriends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Prakasam Barrage is open 24*7 hours for visitors
Opening DaysPrakasam Barrage always open for visitors, you are anytime visit in this place
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Bapu Museum - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Bapu Museum | #3 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Bapu Museum, Vijayawada

Located on the Bandar Road the Victoria Jubilee Museum is a living exemplar ashlar masonry in Indo-European architectural style. The museum was erected to honor the Golden jubilee coronation of Queen Victoria and it is here that the father of nation added a wheel to the tricolor flag. It is a history lovers paradise and offers a peek into a varied collection of paintings, ancient sculptures, Neolithic and Microlithic implements, manuscripts, idols, gold and silver coins, cutlery, and weapons. The museum exhibits a sculptor of Buddha made out of granite, 4-5th century idol of shiva another a white lime sculpture of Buddha, which happens to be a major attraction here. Museum remains accessible throughout the week except for Fridays and Public Holidays.

AddressMG Rd, Buckinghampeta, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeMuseum and Gallery - Govt. Museum & Memorials
Best forFamily, Kids, Parents, Friends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeAdult - ₹50/-, Child - ₹30/-, Photography fee - ₹200/- (per camera)
Opening timeThe Bapu Museum opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Bapu Museum open every day for visitors
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Kondapalli Fort - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Kondapalli Fort | #4 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Kondapalli Fort, Vijayawada

Located in Kondapalli, Guntur at about 23 km away from Vijayawada the 14th-century imperial fort is an architectural delight. The structure reflects a blend of Persian, Mughal, and Bahamani style since it has roots in parallel histories. The resplendent complex has an entrance gate, Dargah Darwaja, made up of a single boulder of granite walls of the fort remain adorned with inscriptions and paintings. The fort houses relics of Dargah of Gareeb Saheeb, Golconda Darwaza, Tanisha Maha and reserves of sculptures, ancient coins. The unique and beautifully colored wooden toys are sold here, which visitors like to carry as memoirs. The fort offers a picturesque view of the valley and is an ideal place for picnicking.

AddressGhat Road, Kondapalli, Vijayawada
Place TypeMonument - Forts & Tombs
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeAdult - ₹30/-, Child - ₹20/-
Opening timeThe Kondapalli Fort opening and closing timing is 10:30 AM – 05:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Kondapalli Fort open every day for visitors
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Akkanna Madanna Caves - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Akkanna Madanna Caves | #5 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Akkanna Madanna Caves, Vijayawada

Located at the foot of Indrakeeladri Hill, in the vicinity of Kanaka Durga Temple, the 7th-century twin rock-cut caves are present. They were constructed in the 17th century take their name after two ministers from the court of Quli Qutb Shah. The caves have been dedicated to the famous the Hindu Triumverate - Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwara. The upper and lower caves have unique architectural form and remain connected through a five-step staircase. The triple celled caves have sanctums with idols of the deities. They have pillared halls with no distinct ornamental moldings or decorative elements. The caves are among the prime attractions for the visitors owing to their historic relevance and fame.

AddressArjuna St, Durga Agraharam, Mallikarjunapeta, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeNature Sites and Parks - Caves
Best forFamily, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Akkanna Madanna Caves opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Akkanna Madanna Caves is open every day for visitors
Best MonthJuly, August, September, October, November, December
Gunadala Matha Shrine - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Gunadala Matha Shrine | #6 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Gunadala Matha Shrine, Vijayawada

Located in the hilly region of Gunadala it is also called Mary Matha Shrine of St. Mary’s Church. Dedicated to Mother Mary, the church is a reverent site for the Christians in Andhra Pradesh. The church remains perched on the top of a hill and can be spotted distantly by a huge iron cross installed on the peak. It is believed that the shrine has miraculous powers of reversing the curse of barrenness and healing the diseased. It also houses a museum which exhibits holy relics of the ancient period and valuable gifts offered by the devotees. It attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims during the grand ten-day festival organized to celebrate the Feast of Mother Mary.

AddressLurdhunagar, Christurajapuram, Gunadala, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeReligious Place - Churches
Best forGunadala Matha Shrine
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Gunadala Matha Shrine opening and closing timing is 06:30 AM – 07:30 PM
Opening DaysThe AGunadala Matha Shrine is open every day for visitors
Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
Scrap Sculpture Park - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Scrap Sculpture Park | #7 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Scrap Sculpture Park, Vijayawada

Located at the end of MG Road, is a unique waterside theme-based park where innovation and creativity have found new means of expression. Instead of discarding the scrap metal, the Municipal Corporation of Vijawavada decided to utilize them artistically. 25 sculptours from different parts of Andhra Pradesh have worked in collaboration to bring this to life. They made structures by assembling exhaust pipes, gear shafts, chassis rails, wheel rims. The easily available scrap has been metamorphosed into remarkable sculptures that leave one in awe. Camel, swan, antelope, flying horse, dragonfly have been created using the material which was dumped. It attracts several visitors and art enthusiasts from everywhere.

AddressMG Road, Governorpet, Vijayawada
Place TypeFun and Activity - Park & Garden
Best forFamily, Kids, Solo, Parents
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Scrap Sculpture Park is open 24*7 hours for visitors
Opening DaysScrap Sculpture Park always open for visitors, you are anytime visit in this place
Best MonthJuly, August, September, October, November, December
Ripples Mall - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Ripples Mall | #8 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Ripples Mall, Vijayawada

Located on the MG Road the mall is a good place to hang out with family and friends. It witnesses good footfall, especially during the weekends. It is a one-stop destination for shopping, eating, gaming, and entertainment. It houses several stores dealing in traditional wear, western wear, well being, electronics and gadget, health and beauty, jewelry,home furnishing, gifts, home appliances, etc. The popular brands present here include Max Fashion, Peter England, Van Huesen. A food court serves a variety of cuisines to satisfy the hunger pangs of the visitors. A separate games section for the kids is quite an attraction here. It also houses PVR Cinemas with 4 screens for entertainment.

AddressMG Rd, Labbipet, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeShopping Place - Shopping Malls
Best forSeptember, October, November, December
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Ripples Mall opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Ripples Mall is open every day for visitors
Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
Hinkar Thirtha Jain Temple - One of the Best Place to Visit in Vijayawada
Hinkar Thirtha Jain Temple | #9 of Top 9 Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Hinkar Thirtha Jain Temple, Vijayawada

Located atop the Mangalagiri Hills, Krishna District, Vijayawada it is the biggest Jain temple in Andhra Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Mula Nayak and exhibits the conventional Jain style of architecture. It is a splendid piece of art made of white marble adorned with beautiful intricate carvings. A Manastambha in installed at the front of the temple and is a symbol of respect. The pillars of the temple have figures of gods and goddesses carved on them. The temple has a sanctum called Gambhara, where the stone idol of the deity is enshrined. Surrounded by the lush green hillocks, enveloped in tranquility the temple attracts several visitors and devotees from all over.

AddressMangalagiri Hills, Krishna District, Vijayawada, Vijayawada
Place TypeReligious Place - Temple
Best forFamily, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Hinkar Thirtha Jain Temple opening and closing timing is 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Hinkar Thirtha Jain Temple is open every day for visitors
Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December

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