Things to do in Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Machilipatnam, also known as Masulipatnam, Masulipatam, or Bandar, is a city in Krishna district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, located 60 kilometres from Vijayawada.
6 places to visit in and around Machilipatnam, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Manginapudi Beach
Manginapudi Beach is located on the coast of Bay of Bengal, at a distance of 11 km from Machilipatnam of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
Wikipedia - 2Jaladheeswara Temple
Jaladheeswara Swamy Temple, popularly known as Sree Balaparvati Sametha Jaladheeswara Aalayam, is in a village named Ghantasala in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is one of the more ancient temples, believed to exist before 2nd century A.D.
Wikipedia - 3Machilipatnam Lighthouse
Machilipatnam Lighthouse was first established in 1858, at Manginapudi Beach, approximately 11 kilometres from the town of Machilipatnam, India.
Wikipedia - 4Bandar Fort
- 5Machilipatnam Old Lighthouse
- 6Gateway of Amaravathi
Best time to visit Machilipatnam
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
- Jan25°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb26°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar28°CHot
- Apr30°CHot
- May31°CHot
- Jun30°CHot
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug29°CHot
- Sep28°CRainy
- Oct28°CRainy
- Nov27°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec25°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 26°C | 8 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 28°C | 9 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 30°C | 21 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 56 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 30°C | 138 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 186 mm |
| Aug | Hot | 29°C | 180 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 186 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 28°C | 226 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 27°C | 84 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 25°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 Machilipatnam
- Nearest railway station: Machilipatnam (MTM), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Vijayawada International Airport (VGA), 54 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Machilipatnam 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 Machilipatnam is not included.
Compare Machilipatnam with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machilipatnam | – | Nov–Feb | 6 |
| Tenali | 53 km | Nov–Feb | 6 |
| Bhimavaram | 59 km | Aug, Nov–Feb | 6 |
| Eluru | 61 km | Aug, Nov–Feb | 5 |
Distances in a straight line from Machilipatnam; 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 Machilipatnam?
The best known are Manginapudi Beach, Jaladheeswara Temple, Machilipatnam Lighthouse, Bandar Fort, Machilipatnam Old Lighthouse.
When is the best time to visit Machilipatnam?
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
How do I reach Machilipatnam?
Nearest railway station: Machilipatnam (MTM), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Vijayawada International Airport (VGA), 54 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Machilipatnam 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 Machilipatnam is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.