Things to do in Kovvur, Andhra Pradesh
Kovvur, also natively known as Kovvuru, is a town in the East Godavari district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a municipality and the mandal headquarters of Kovvur mandal in Kovvur revenue division.
11 places to visit in and around Kovvur, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Dowleswaram Barrage
The Dhawaleswaram Barrage was an irrigation structure originally built in 1852 by Sir Arthur Cotton on the lower stretch of the Godavari River before it empties into the Bay of Bengal.
Wikipedia - 2Veerabhadra Temple, Pattiseema
Veerabhadra Temple is located on Devakuta Parvatham, a hillock on an islet amidst the Godavari River near Pattiseema in Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Shiva and the namesake is Veerabhadra.
Wikipedia - 3Pushkar Ghat
- 4Saraswathi Ghat
- 5Forest museum
- 6Quarry
- 7Dr. B R Ambedkar Statue
- 8Jagjivan Ram
- 9YSR
- 10Kotasattemma Temple, Nidadavolu · in Rajahmundry
Kotasattemma Temple is a Hindu pilgrimage center in Nidadavolu of East Godavari district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
Wikipedia - 11Rajamahendravaram Science Centre , Rajahmundry · in Rajahmundry
Kovvur by interest
- Good with kids: Forest museum, Rajamahendravaram Science Centre , Rajahmundry
- Temples and places of worship: Veerabhadra Temple, Pattiseema, Pushkar Ghat, Saraswathi Ghat, Kotasattemma Temple, Nidadavolu
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Forest museum, Dr. B R Ambedkar Statue, Jagjivan Ram, YSR, Rajamahendravaram Science Centre , Rajahmundry
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 Kovvur
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
- Jan24°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb26°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar30°CHot
- Apr32°CHot
- May33°CHot
- Jun30°CHot
- Jul28°CRainy
- Aug27°CRainy
- Sep27°CRainy
- Oct26°CRainy
- Nov24°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec23°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 24°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 26°C | 8 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 30°C | 9 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 32°C | 24 mm |
| May | Hot | 33°C | 56 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 30°C | 150 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 28°C | 211 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 198 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 27°C | 192 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 26°C | 205 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 24°C | 66 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 23°C | 22 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Kovvur
- Nearest railway station: Kovvur (KVR), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Rajahmundry Airport (RJA), 14 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Kovvur 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 Kovvur is not included.
Compare Kovvur with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kovvur | – | Nov–Feb | 11 |
| Papi Hills | 39 km | Oct–Feb | 16 |
| Peddapuram | 43 km | Nov–Feb | 7 |
Distances in a straight line from Kovvur; 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 Kovvur?
The best known are Dowleswaram Barrage, Veerabhadra Temple, Pattiseema, Pushkar Ghat, Saraswathi Ghat, Forest museum.
When is the best time to visit Kovvur?
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
How do I reach Kovvur?
Nearest railway station: Kovvur (KVR), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Rajahmundry Airport (RJA), 14 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Kovvur 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 Kovvur is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.