Things to do in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh: The Best Outdoor Activities

April 16, 2022 Brandee Mangan

Visakhapatnam truly offers something for every type of traveler, from the beach bum to the culture vulture. There are eight beaches in this southeast India port city, as well as hilltop parks, a nature preserve, caverns, wildlife sanctuaries, temples, sacred Buddhist monuments and a fascinating submarine museum. Take a day trip to visit the fragrant coffee plantations of the Araku Valley.
Restaurants in Visakhapatnam

1. Dew Spa (Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach)

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Dew Spa (Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach)

Our goal is to pamper you from head to toe and take you to a peaceful place, high above your everyday stress. Free your body, mind, and soul with our luxurious spa experience at Dew Spa.

2. Yarada Beach

Dolphins Hills Yarada Village, Visakhapatnam India
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4.5 based on 350 reviews

Yarada Beach

Reviewed By safat_23 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India

Vizag is a lovely city and always has been my favourite, this was my third trip to vizag and i visited this offbeat beach away from the city, the beach is isolated and offers a great view of the dolphin nose. You might have to change 2 buses from the main bus stand to reach there

3. Beach Road

Beach Road, Visakhapatnam India
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Beach Road

Reviewed By 962iqbalm - Vadodara, India

this is my first trip in vizag .And i love it what a city it was such a lovely and clean roads here and road touch beach is great beach lovely weather

4. Rama Krishna Beach

Dr NTR Beach Rd 5 Km from Main City, Visakhapatnam 530003 India
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4.0 based on 854 reviews

Rama Krishna Beach

Reviewed By Suryakatakam - Hyderabad, India

Ramakrishna beach, more popularly known as RK beach in Visakhapatnam is located in the heart of the city’s coastline. If you stand in the middle, on the right you can see the Dolphin’s Nose and on the left, you can see the INS Kursura parked just by the sea. Beach gets its name from the Ramakrishna Ashram that is located across the road from the beach Ramakrishna beach, more popularly known as RK beach in Visakhapatnam is located in the heart of the city’s coastline. If you stand in the middle, on the right you can see the Dolphin’s Nose and on the left, you can see the INS Kursura parked just by the sea. Beach gets its name from the Ramakrishna Ashram that is located across the road from the beach.The RK Beach was jointly developed by the Municipal Corporation of Visakhapatnam (MCV) and the Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA). The Submarine Museum, Visakha museum, Sri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, an aquarium, Kali Temple, statues of prominent personalities, road side restaurants and parks are added attractions of RK beach.The RK Beach was jointly developed by the Municipal Corporation of Visakhapatnam (MCV) and the Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA). The Submarine Museum, Visakha museum, Sri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, an aquarium, Kali Temple, statues of prominent personalities, road side restaurants and parks are added attractions of RK beach. Ramakrishna Beach is popular not just among the tourists but the locals as well. In the evening time this beach gets crowded with people having a fun time on the sands. Swimming, sunbathing, surfing and playing beach volleyball are some of the popular activities that can be seen here. One of the best beaches of Vizag, Ramakrishna beach is definitely going to lift your spirits with its vast stretch of blue waters and picturesque views.

5. Gangavaram Beach

Nr. Steel Plant, Visakhapatnam 530001 India http://visakhapatnam.nic.in/tourism.html#GANGAVARAM
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Gangavaram Beach

Reviewed By Mrudula1208

This is known as steel plant beach as it is near to steel plant. It has similar view as mountains, and excellent trip to spend a day

6. Rishikonda Beach

Visakhapatnam India +91 97365 14182
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4.0 based on 706 reviews

Rishikonda Beach

Reviewed By Stay282088

People have couple of activities to explore like Speed boat, Jet ski rides and kayaking, also on the way to Rushikonda we can also experience paragliding as well. The location is also home for surfing and scuba diving

7. Bheemunipatnam Beach

Visakhapatnam 531163 India
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Bheemunipatnam Beach

Reviewed By kuntalmukh

Good ambience, liked the food. Amit and Rajababu were very helpful and courteous. Should keep beer also.

8. Appikonda Beach

Visakhapatnam India
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Appikonda Beach

9. Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

Near Dairy Farm, Yendada Nursery, Visakhapatnam 530040 India +91 89125 52081 https://vizagtourism.org.in/indira-gandhi-zoological-park-vizag
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4.0 based on 256 reviews

Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

Reviewed By MayureshBorekar - Mumbai, India

great species of birds and animals, tigers, different species of parrots, picocks, deers, giraffe, snakes, turtles and many more species.

10. Ride on Rent

43 - 36 - 12 Edah Heights Railway Station Road Opp DRM Office, Dondaparthy Jn, Visakhapatnam 530016 India +91 96405 00200 [email protected] http://rideonrent.com

Best bike rentals in vizag.. rent a two wheeler in vizag to araku and to roam in city limits. We provide KTM, royal enfield, hero, honda, Bajaj and more different types of vehicles

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