15 Best One Day Trips from Hyderabad by Car (Within 220 km)
Temples, forts, lakes and waterfalls you can visit from Hyderabad and be back home the same night, with distances and drive times.
Hyderabad is surrounded by temples, forts, lakes and forests that make perfect one day trips. All the places below can be covered in a single day by car with an early start.
One Day Trips from Hyderabad at a Glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time (one way) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramoji Film City | 30 km | 1 hour | Families, film sets |
| Keesaragutta Temple | 35 km | 1 hour | Shiva temple, short trip |
| Bhongir Fort | 50 km | 1.5 hours | Rock fort climb |
| Pochampally | 50 km | 1.5 hours | Ikat handloom village |
| Yadadri (Yadagirigutta) | 65 km | 1.5 to 2 hours | Narasimha temple |
| Ananthagiri Hills | 80 km | 2 hours | Forest, monsoon trek |
| Medak Cathedral and Pocharam | 100 km | 2.5 hours | Gothic church, wildlife |
| Bidar | 145 km | 3 hours | Bahmani forts and tombs |
| Warangal | 145 km | 3 hours | Kakatiya heritage |
| Nagarjuna Sagar | 165 km | 3.5 hours | Dam, Buddhist island |
| Somasila | 180 km | 4 hours | Krishna backwaters |
| Ramappa Temple | 210 km | 4 hours | UNESCO World Heritage temple |
| Srisailam | 215 km | 5 to 6 hours | Jyotirlinga, Nallamala forest |
| Basara | 210 km | 4 hours | Saraswati temple |
| Laknavaram Lake | 220 km | 4.5 hours | Suspension bridge, islands |
Temple Day Trips
Yadadri (Yadagirigutta)
The rebuilt Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is Telangana's most visited temple. Combine it with Bhongir Fort and Surendrapuri. Read our Yadadri temple guide or book a Hyderabad to Yadagirigutta cab.
Srisailam
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas, reached through the Nallamala forest. It is possible as a long day trip with a 4:30 AM start, but an overnight stay is more relaxed. See our Srisailam travel guide.
Basara
The Gnana Saraswati Temple on the Godavari is popular for Aksharabhyasam, a child's first-letters ceremony.
Keesaragutta and Chilkur Balaji
Two short temple trips on the edge of the city that fit in half a day.
Heritage Day Trips
Warangal and Ramappa
The Thousand Pillar Temple, Warangal Fort and the UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple make a full heritage day. Read our Warangal and Ramappa guide.
Bidar
Across the Karnataka border, Bidar has a large Bahmani fort, the Mahmud Gawan Madrasa and the famous Bidriware metal craft.
Bhongir Fort
A fort on a single egg-shaped rock, with a steep but short climb and views over the plains.
Nagarjuna Sagar
One of the world's largest masonry dams, with a boat ride to Nagarjunakonda island and its Buddhist museum.
Nature Day Trips
Ananthagiri Hills
The forested hills near Vikarabad are at their best in the monsoon, with trekking trails and the source of the Musi river.
Laknavaram Lake
A lake with a hanging bridge and small islands, about 70 km beyond Warangal. Combine it with Ramappa.
Somasila
Krishna backwaters and a temple town that is quiet, scenic and great for a sunset drive.
Tips for One Day Trips
- Leave Hyderabad by 6:00 AM to clear city traffic and return before dark.
- Carry water, snacks and cash. Food options are limited near forests and smaller temples.
- Check temple darshan timings and forest gate timings before you go.
- A same-day round trip cab is usually cheaper than paying for one way drops in both directions.
Book a Day Trip Cab
We run same-day round trips from Hyderabad with the driver waiting while you sightsee. See our outstation cab service, or popular routes like Hyderabad to Warangal, Yadagirigutta and Srisailam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best one day trip from Hyderabad?
Yadadri temple with Bhongir Fort, Warangal with Ramappa Temple, and Ramoji Film City are the most popular one day trips from Hyderabad.
Which places near Hyderabad are best in the monsoon?
Ananthagiri Hills, Laknavaram Lake, Nagarjuna Sagar and Srisailam are at their best from July to October.
Can I do Srisailam as a day trip from Hyderabad?
Yes, with a 4:30 AM pickup you can reach Srisailam by about 10:00 AM, complete darshan and return by night. Remember that the Nallamala forest gates close at night.
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