Things to do in Chirala, Andhra Pradesh
Chirala, is a coastal city in Bapatla district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a municipality and the headquarters of Chirala mandal in Chirala revenue division.
8 places to visit in and around Chirala, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Suryalanka Beach
Suryalanka Beach or Bapatla Beach is a beach in Bapatla district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 kilometers from Bapatla Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple and 50 miles south of Guntur City.
Wikipedia - 2Bhavanarayana Temple, Bapatla
Bhavanarayana Temple is a temple in Bapatla of Bapatla district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Lord Bhavanarayana and because of this temple the town of Bapatla got its name.
Wikipedia - 3Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple
Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple, located in Santharavuru, Chinnaganjam Mandal Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh is dedicated to the deity Ramalingeswara. The temple dates back to the Chola period.
Wikipedia - 4Vedarevu Lighthouse Wikidata
- 5Chirala beach
- 6Vadarevu beach
- 7Potti Subbaiaha Palem Beach
- 8Ramachandrapuram Beach
Chirala by interest
- Good with kids: Suryalanka Beach, Chirala beach, Vadarevu beach, Potti Subbaiaha Palem Beach, Ramachandrapuram Beach
- Temples and places of worship: Bhavanarayana Temple, Bapatla, Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Suryalanka Beach, Chirala beach, Vadarevu beach, Potti Subbaiaha Palem Beach, Ramachandrapuram Beach
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Chirala
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
- Jan25°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb27°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar29°CHot
- Apr31°CHot
- May33°CHot
- Jun31°CHot
- Jul30°CHot
- Aug29°CHot
- Sep28°CHot
- Oct27°CRainy
- Nov25°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec24°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 27°C | 8 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 29°C | 9 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 21 mm |
| May | Hot | 33°C | 50 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 31°C | 111 mm |
| Jul | Hot | 30°C | 161 mm |
| Aug | Hot | 29°C | 167 mm |
| Sep | Hot | 28°C | 168 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 27°C | 205 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 25°C | 90 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 24°C | 25 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Chirala
- Nearest railway station: Chirala (CLX), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Vijayawada International Airport (VGA), 92 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Chirala costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chirala is not included.
Compare Chirala with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chirala | – | Nov–Feb | 8 |
| Guntur | 54 km | Aug–Sep, Nov–Feb | 10 |
| Southern Coast | 55 km | Aug–Sep, Nov–Feb | 10 |
| Narasaraopet | 56 km | Sep–Feb | 6 |
| Tenali | 56 km | Nov–Feb | 6 |
Distances in a straight line from Chirala; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Chirala?
The best known are Suryalanka Beach, Bhavanarayana Temple, Bapatla, Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple, Vedarevu Lighthouse, Chirala beach.
When is the best time to visit Chirala?
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
How do I reach Chirala?
Nearest railway station: Chirala (CLX), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Vijayawada International Airport (VGA), 92 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Chirala cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chirala is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.