Things to do in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
Rajamahendravaram, previously known as Rajahmundry, is a Tier-2 city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh and the district headquarters of the East Godavari district. It is the seventh most populated city in the state.
10 places to visit in and around Rajahmundry, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 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 - 2Kotasattemma Temple, Nidadavolu
Kotasattemma Temple is a Hindu pilgrimage center in Nidadavolu of East Godavari district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
Wikipedia - 3Goutami Ghat
- 4Rallabandi Subbarao Archaeological Museum
- 5Damerla Ramarao International Art Gallery
Art gallery of a famous artist Damerla Ramarao now managed by State Government of Andhra Pradesh.
- 6Cotton Museum
- 7ISKCON Temple
- 8ONGC base complex
- 9Veerabhadra 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 - 10Andhra Shiridi
The temple of Andhra Shirdi is located in a small and prosperous village called Balabhadrapuram in Bikkavolu Mandal of East Godavari, located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
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Rajahmundry by interest
- Good with kids: Rallabandi Subbarao Archaeological Museum, Damerla Ramarao International Art Gallery, Cotton Museum
- Temples and places of worship: Kotasattemma Temple, Nidadavolu, Goutami Ghat, ISKCON Temple, Veerabhadra Temple, Pattiseema, Andhra Shiridi
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Rallabandi Subbarao Archaeological Museum, Damerla Ramarao International Art Gallery, Cotton Museum
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 Rajahmundry
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
- Jan24°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb26°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar30°CHot
- Apr32°CHot
- May32°CHot
- Jun30°CHot
- Jul28°CRainy
- Aug27°CRainy
- Sep27°CRainy
- Oct27°CRainy
- Nov25°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 | 32°C | 59 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 30°C | 153 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 28°C | 205 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 195 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 27°C | 201 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 27°C | 220 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 25°C | 69 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 Rajahmundry
- Nearest railway station: Rajahmundry (RJY), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Rajahmundry Airport (RJA), 15 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Rajahmundry 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 Rajahmundry is not included.
Compare Rajahmundry with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajahmundry | – | Nov–Feb | 10 |
| Peddapuram | 38 km | Nov–Feb | 7 |
| Samarlakota | 43 km | Nov–Feb | 6 |
| Kakinada | 46 km | Nov–Feb | 9 |
| Palakollu | 52 km | Aug, Nov–Feb | 7 |
Distances in a straight line from Rajahmundry; 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 Rajahmundry?
The best known are Dowleswaram Barrage, Kotasattemma Temple, Nidadavolu, Goutami Ghat, Rallabandi Subbarao Archaeological Museum, Damerla Ramarao International Art Gallery.
When is the best time to visit Rajahmundry?
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
How do I reach Rajahmundry?
Nearest railway station: Rajahmundry (RJY), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Rajahmundry Airport (RJA), 15 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Rajahmundry 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 Rajahmundry is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.