Hussain Sagar
18 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/hyderabad·23 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Hussain Sagar is a central Hyderabad lake that many people include among the city's must-see spots, often pairing it with Charminar and Birla Mandir on a sightseeing day. Several commenters suggest boating, and a couple recommend a walk around the bund. The main caveat, raised by many, is a foul smell from the water. One commenter says it was not worth a visit, and another suggests skipping it in favor of Durgam Cheruvu.
Address
Hussain Sagar, Hyderabad, Telangana
At a glance
- Best for
- Views, Families
- Known for
- Boating, Walk around the bund
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Listed among top sightseeing places for a family trip.
Beautiful views but sewage smell and litter left after New Year celebrations embarrassed them on the walk.
Suggests visiting Hussain Sagar.
Lists the lake as a place to see.
Includes the lake area on a suggested late-night bike route.
Go at night; free 24hr AC double-decker bus loops the lake with stops.
Describes it as a scenic lake attraction
Did boating on Hussain Sagar Lake as part of their itinerary.
Lists Hussain Sagar among central city landmarks that define Hyderabad.
Offered as an alternative night visit after the Old City.
Lists Hussain Sagar Lake among places to visit.
Describes the lake zone as one of two main sightseeing areas.
Jokes it's sewage sagar, advising against going
Says you can skip it
Jokes that the lake smells of sewage and has drains emptying into it.
Recommends it.
Recommends it.
Suggests a relaxing evening walk around the lake.
Recommends boating at Hussain Sagar
Found the place smelly and not worth it.
Lists it among the main places to visit in Hyderabad.
Suggests taking a walk around the bund, while noting that timings can be an issue.
Lists it among places to visit
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Last verified 17/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.