Sri Govindharaja Swamy Temple in Tirupati is a breathtaking 12th-century marvel, renowned for its grand Dravidian-style gopuram and vibrant spiritual atmosphere. Founded by the legendary saint Ramanujacharya, this temple’s rich history as a guardian of sacred traditions and its impressive architecture make it a must-visit in Tirupati. The serene deity of Lord Govindharaja Swamy, believed to bring prosperity and peace, welcomes all with an aura of divine grace, while annual festivals and daily rituals bathe the temple in devotion, color, and celebration—making every visit a truly enchanting experience. This grand temple is home to many other revered deities, making it a must-visit spiritual haven. Visitors are also blessed by the temple’s friendly elephant stationed at the entrance, which is considered very auspicious and adds a unique, memorable touch to the experience

It's an devine place for Hindu's. We have visited around 8.40. The temple entry was closed. Only ekantha seva was about to start. It will be from 9pm to 9.30pm. it was really a super56 and awasome experience. We have waited for almost 30 min. But kind of darshan was really thrilled us. It's an different experience. Thanks to TTD. @ttd you can maintain this place even better than what it is. You are named for clean and hygiene. Thanks you

Temple timings aren't know to all, found one board near the ticket counter sharing the same here, it was closed when we visited around 6 pm . There was a nice devine procession in the premises, took few pictures, staff at the ticket counter and mobile collection counter are brutally arrogant as many ask same questions because there are no clarity on information on darshan timings as well as counter opearting hrs. Like many other temples in North they should open few authorized mobil phone collecting shops to ease the crowds at the single counter managed by the temple.

5/5 – A Peaceful and Historical Temple in the Heart of Tirupati Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple is a must-visit if you are in or around Tirupati. It is one of the oldest temples in the city, built in the 12th century and beautifully maintained by TTD. The temple has a calm and divine atmosphere, perfect for peaceful darshan without heavy crowds like in Tirumala. The architecture is stunning, with detailed carvings and a majestic gopuram. Early morning darshan (around 6 AM) is the best time to visit for a peaceful experience. The temple is very close to Tirupati Railway Station, making it easy to access. The place is clean, staff is helpful, and the entire visit feels spiritually uplifting. You also get tasty Laddu Prasadam after darshan. If you’re starting your journey to Tirumala, visiting this temple first is highly recommended. ✅ Peaceful vibes ✅ Beautiful architecture ✅ Easy to reach ✅ Less crowded ✅ Spiritually fulfilling Highly recommended for all devotees and tourists! 🙏

One of the prominent temple in tirupati town , a must go place Please be mind full of the crowde. Temple is clean but crowde management is not upto the mark. You can opt for quick darshana which will cost 20 rupees which is available near the temple if you are in a hurry.

Very nice temple and have good atmosphere. Lot of events happens and full of joy to watch. Prefer to go for early morning dharshan at 6AM and can get peaceful dharshan.

The Shri Govindaraja Swami 🙏Temple 🛕is a spiritually significant temple located in the heart of Tirupati city. Just a walkable distance from the railway station🛤️, making it easily accessible for all. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu , here as govind Raja Swami. The main Deity is in a unique reclining Yoga Nidhra posture, facing east with his right hand under his head and his left hand, resting straight over his body. At his feet, sit his divine consorts Sridevi and Bhudevi. Interestingly, some texts mention Govindarajaswamy as the elder brother of Lord Venkateswara, whose main temple is also located in Tirupati. 🔑 for a smoother and faster, Darshan visitors can option for a ₹50 tickets which offers quicker Darshanam. 🔑Please note that mobile phones are not allowed inside the temple. However, deposit counters are conveniently located at the entrance to safely store your devices before entering.

Peaceful, well-maintained, and spiritual environments with beautiful architecture and devotional singing. Visitors often praise the temple's cleanliness. The vegetarian food served there.

I recently visited the ISKCON Temple in Tirupati and honestly, I left with mixed feelings leaning more towards disappointment. While the temple itself is beautiful in architecture and grandeur, the overall atmosphere felt more commercial than spiritual. From the moment you enter, you are constantly nudged towards donation counters, book stalls, and prasad shops rather than being allowed to quietly connect with the divine. The focus seems heavily tilted towards generating revenue, with too much emphasis on selling products and promoting programs. The peace and meditative environment I expected was often interrupted by announcements and sales-like approaches, which took away from the serenity of worship. Even darshan felt rushed, as though it was part of a transaction, not a soulful experience. The temple staff appeared more concerned with managing the flow of money and visitors rather than guiding them spiritually. For a place meant to uplift the soul, the commercialization was a big letdown. Though ISKCON has done great work globally, this particular branch in Tirupati felt more like a spiritual marketplace than a sanctuary. If you’re seeking a deep, divine connection, this may not fulfill your expectations.

The ISKCON Temple in Tirupati, also known as Sri Sri Radha Govinda Mandir, is a peaceful and spiritually vibrant place located near Alipiri, the foothill of Tirumala. Managed by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, this temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha. The calm surroundings, divine chants of the Hare Krishna mantra, and melodious bhajans create a soothing atmosphere for visitors. The temple architecture is elegant, blending South Indian and ISKCON styles beautifully. Free prasadam is served daily, and a bookstall offers ISKCON literature and devotional items. A must-visit for peace and devotion seekers.

The ISKCON Temple in Tirupati is a serene and divine place with beautiful architecture and peaceful vibes. The temple is very clean, the devotional atmosphere uplifting, and the prasadam served there is delicious. A must-visit for a soulful and satisfying spiritual experience.

It's a very beautiful temple! The deities of Radha Govinda and Ashta Sakhis are truly divine and mesmerizing. You can feel so much peace and positivity here — a must-visit for anyone seeking spiritual bliss. ♥️

HARE KRISHNA ❤️🙏🏽 The ISKCON temple in Tirupati may be small, but it is incredibly beautiful and serene. The idols of Lord Krishna and Radha, along with other gopikas, are exquisitely crafted and so captivating that two eyes aren’t enough to take in their divine beauty. Visiting at night adds to the peaceful and spiritual ambiance. The sambar rice prasadam served here is delicious and a must-try for every visitor. At the entrance LORD VENKATESWARA IDOL is so attractive ❤️🙏🏽

Very big and peaceful tample. 500 meters from bhudevi nivasam alipiri. Inside photography is not allowed . Sri krishna along with Radharani and 8 wife's idols present here.many food options and books and cloth stores available seprate govindam restaurant is also there where we can get satvik food option must visit

Entry fee - 30rs...it is such a historical place dates back to 1000 AD built by Vijayanagara dynasty king Immadi Narasimha Yadava Rayala... This fort consists of two Mahals ( buildings) named Raja Mahal & Rani Mahal. Raja Mahal is now using as Museum consisting lot of historical exhibits related to that period from various places. Management are not allowing to go top of the hill which have remains of historical elements due to security purposes.

Nothing much to see here! There is a small museum with a few sculptures of some deities, and there is a small pond. Other than these nothing else. Ticket cost is ₹30 per head. If you are travelling from a faraway place, then keep in mind that there is nothing to see of much importance! Not allowed to climb the hill also for security reasons.

A wonderful place to explore Andhra Pradesh’s rich history. The fort is well-maintained, and the Raja Mahal turned museum is impressive with artifacts and sculptures from the Vijayanagara period. You can feel the grandeur of the empire here. Peaceful atmosphere, great for a half-day visit. Entry fee is minimal. Highly recommend if you’re in or around Tirupati.

Nice place to spend time . Museum is average but the park and view is good . Go with zero expectation 🤞

Beautiful experience. Museum got lot of ancient artefacts and also real Sri Krishna deva raya dharbar. Sri rajeswari temple near by got gorgeous architecture and a must visit place.

Such a cool spot to check out near Tirupati! This was King Sri Krishnadevaraya's fort, and the old palace looks amazing. It was the perfect way to spend this holiday afternoon. But for real, the best part is the little stalls outside. You HAVE to grab some of the local fruits they're selling so fresh and tasty! It was a great snack after walking around. Totally recommend it for a quick trip back in time!

Perfect place to spend time with friends and family amidst nature and history. Around 20Km from Tirupati Bus Stand.

Great attraction. The park is preserved and maintained well. The staff are friendly. The kids enjoyed the lion safari. There were 3 lions inside the enclosure and 2 lionesses outside. The driver took us up close to the animals for viewing. The tigers and elephants were majestic as well. Overall spent like 3 hrs inside the park.

Visited Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park in Tirupati — it’s spacious and surrounded by greenery. The zoo has a decent collection of lions, tigers, deer, and birds, and the safari ride is enjoyable. However, it’s spread across a large area, so walking without a battery car can be tiring. Some enclosures look poorly maintained and a few zones feel empty. Food and refreshment options are very limited inside. Tickets are reasonably priced, but extra charges apply for safari and vehicles. Overall, a peaceful place for families and nature lovers, but needs better upkeep.

Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park was established in 1987 and was officially opened to the public on April 30, 1993. The park is situated within the larger area of the Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary. While the zoo is not within UNESCO Seshachalam Hills Biosphere Reserve it shares the ecological context of the Seshachalam Hills. The biggest Zoological Park in Asia in terms of area, it was officially recognised by Central Zoo authority in 2017 as ‘Large Category Zoo’. It houses 1029 animals -31 species of mammals, 46 species of birds and 7 species of reptiles.There is open butterfly park, reptile’s enclosures, aviary as well as Water birds’ enclosure. For a large park of this size the visitor amenities are very good. Well maintained and clean Toilets, drinking water facilities, Canteens, Benches and Sitting areas make visit hassle free. The roads are well maintained too as are the pathways around the enclosures. Wheel chairs are also available near the main entrance. Entry ticket costs Rs.70 for adults and Rs.30 for children. Four wheelers are allowed inside and entry ticket is Rs.750. Video Camera charge is Rs.200. Battery vehicle for 90 minutes is Rs.70. Lion Safari is Rs. 50 for adults for 30 minutes. E Cycle is Rs.50 per hour. Bicycle can be hired for Rs.25 per hour. There is ample parking space for visitors

We recently visited the place with our kids, the day after having darshan of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy. It turned out to be a pleasant experience, especially for children. This is quite large and easy to explore. You can walk, ride a bicycle, use an electric or battery vehicle, or even drive your own car inside. This makes it very convenient for families with kids. Entry Fees: Adults: ₹70 Kids: ₹30 Car entry (includes 1 adult): ₹750 Lion Safari: ₹50 per adult, ₹30 per child Other transport options are available inside and are charged based on vehicle type. Animals and Attractions: This is not a typical zoo with many animals. There are only a few birds and animals, so if you are expecting a wide variety, you might be disappointed. But if you are looking for a enjoyable place for your kids, this place is a good choice. You can spend 2–3 hours here, and children will enjoy the open space and the animals they get to see. Best Time to Visit: It is best to visit early in the morning or in the evening when animals are more active. During hot afternoons, most animals rest in the shade and may not be visible. Food and Snacks: There are food stalls inside, but it is better to carry your own snacks and water, especially if you prefer cleaner or healthier options for your kids. Final Thoughts: The highlight of the visit was seeing our kids smile and get excited. Their happiness made the trip totally worth it. Namaste & Jai Hind.

Awesome experience in Lion safari ! My daughter thoroughly enjoyed visiting this zoo! Definitely a must visit place! She was excited to see Lions, Bengal Tiger, white Tiger, Jaguar, Leopard, Elephants, variety of Deer and variety of parrots and many others ! There was a battery vehicle inside and it was helpful for elderly people!

One of the best zoo out of 3 places that I have visited. Firstly it was covered with lot of greenery and animals looks healthy. They maintained it really well and supportive staff. 5 Stars for below options a. Option to use own car inside l, if reqd driver will be available (ofcourse you have to pay ) b. Option to leverage battery car 🚗 c. Option to opt for Battery two wheeler, this is brilliant move from team bcoz it gives us very special time and can enjoy every bit. KUDOS TO ZOO TEAM. Overall its the best zoo in my view, although it has little less species its still fine 🙂

Venkateswara Zoological Park offers a peaceful escape, with the main highlight being the safari ride. There seen lioness,lion,leapord, few peacocks, birds(liked mostly)sloth bear, hippopotamus, python, elephants (liked mostly),bisons,several variants of deers,wild dog,some of monkeys etc.... The safari is the most exciting part, giving you a close-up view of lions, deers,bisions and other wild animals in a more natural setting. However, the rest of the zoo has very few animals, which might leave some visitors wanting more. Great for a one-time visit, especially if you're interested in the safari experience

Zodiac! We were here for a special occasion as it was my wife’s birthday 🎂 I must say that our overall experience was amazing 🤩 I made prior reservation and Mr.Naveen was really kind and helpful in arranging a good table and also made sure the cake was ready by the time we were seated comfortably. The service staff were really so courteous and friendly, they made sure our experience was really good 😊 The cake was truly fabulous and so were their food, so delicious 🤤 Pleasant ambiance, good food, caring staff and what else do you need more. 🙂 Will surely recommend this place for their wonderful multi cuisine spread and buffet! It’s completely worth the visit and wonderful experience! Keep up the good work Team~Zodiac. Must say Fortune Hotel by ITC is my new favourite.

Food and service was good. They need to add few more North Indian dishes to complete buffet. Tandoori chicken legs or Kadai Chicken , Dal Makhani, Paneer Pasanda etc . Caramel Custard should also be added.

Delicious food and awesome ambience makes it a great place to hangout..! Loved the chicken dum Biryani, chaats, malabar fish curry and many more..! Wanted to try this giving a pass to Mayura ( my all time fav in Tirupati), but, Zodiac didn’t disappoint, if you are game to try all sorts of dishes, go for the buffet..! Just wish that there were proper directions or names to get to this place within the hotel property. Go for it..!

Lovely place, good food awesome taste. But price little high which is negligible in front of taste. Staff really good. Service superb, would visit again.

Pleasant ambiance, attentive service and good food. Prefer the A la carte but they do have buffet. Recommend this place 👍🏼

Buffet is not worth at all. The taste , quality and the variety of the food doesn't justify paying 1300₹ per person. We went after seeing so many good reviews on trip advisor. Would never do same mistake again.

We went to Zodiac just like that hungry at around 10.30pm at night. We were 9 people so I guess that's the reason they allowed us a table so late. We were amazed to see the courteous service by the staffs who were very warm and up to their task. We loved the North Indian food so much that we went again to have lunch a day later. But this time the service was nothing compared to the last time. The food was good enough though the service is something they need to look into. They set a benchmark last time and let us disappointed the other. The restaurant is poolside so you can have food alongside the swimming pool or inside in the AC. Food definitely recommended.

I visited here for my breakfast. I ordered Ghee dosa and filter coffee. The food is good. I also ordered a take away Butter Masala Dosa for my father. When I returned to my hotel, there was no masala, no chutney, etc. I don't know what kind of circus they are running. The staff are just pretending to work hard but in reality, they are not. They are polite but don't understand how to take instructions and provide basic services. I feel the management should audit their own hotel and restaurant to see if the staff is actually working or just pretending to be busy and pushing their tasks to others.

The food was amazing here especially the Chutneys. So many folks are eating breakfast buffet. I've heard that ghee roasted dosa and filter coffee was good and actually it is nice

Good food and great service . The taste is great as always. Thanks Porselvam for taking care of our food needs.

Great Stay and Excellent Hospitality! Had a wonderful experience during my stay! The hotel is in a great location — very close to the railway station and all major temples, which makes it super convenient. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. A special mention to Salva for his great attitude and sense of humor — he truly made our dining experience enjoyable! Overall, I really liked the stay and would be happy to visit again. The only small suggestion is to improve the air conditioning facilities in the lobby area for an even more comfortable experience.

Excellent food and service. Mr selvam was Excellent in his service and very friendly and smiling. Lovely place for vegetarians.

Good place to have vegetarian food. We came for dinner. You also get idli dosa and other tiffin items for dinner.

Excellent & tasty'n ' yummy food menu with vast spread. Bhargavi is helpful in accomodating all guest food needs

Had an amazing first time experience at BBQ Nation Buffet. The starters were delicious and super spicy🔥. The staff were very attentive and helpful. I personally loved the Cajun Potatoes, Fish Tikka and Chocolate Brownie. Overall superb & great place for celebrating 🎉🥳.

To day I visited here It's worth the money we spent and nice food & service also very good but only drinks are quite expensive other than that every thing is good

My experience in Barbeque nation is good and I will rate 4.3 out of 5 . When it comes to staff behaviour , they are polite and friendly . Food is good for some items and some are average in taste . A staff has spilled a starter on my brand new white pant. Keeping all a side the overall experience at barbeque nation is good and Recommended.

🌟🌟🌟 Stars for taste , it's not only mine entire my team, who visited with entire my office team lunch to bbq. We tried a express meals which cost around Rs.500+GST. For this cost we can eat as much as we can consume, but coming to the taste I tried was ok ok. The restaurant maintain very good ambience and hygiene but needs to be improve some taste.

Recently we visited BN in Tirupati: Parking - For 2-Wheeler also hardly you will get in basement, it is totally occupied as store room, NO MAINTENANCE Lift - BN is in 4th floor, 2 lifts are available other floors are occupied by some eye hospital obviously need to WAIT Entrance - 2 sofa sets are available it will be occupied by delivery staff so you need to wait outside by STANDING! Reservation - After reservation also we have waited 30min to get table. Then what is the purpose of RESERVING? Table - You will find mostly 4 seater tables, wherever staff will allocate need to sit there, if we ask other tables staff will tell silly reasons like Cleaning so NO CHOICE Menu - List of Food items and Cocktiles in the table with Tissues and Water bottle ready unfortunately you can’t taste all items Barbeque - Only on Sundays and only night time on Weekdays, so BN restaurant mentioned afternoons as BigBuffet Lunch around 30 items Cocktails - I have not tried drinks, it will be charged extra Serving - First they serve with Starters then you need to get what you want from Buffet. Hygiene - Only 2 sinks are available for Hand wash for all (Men, Women, Children) need to wait again and Dustbin is always full, you will not find tissues for using Food - They starts with serving one piece of starters like chicken wings, joints, Fish fingers, Cajun potato, Panner pieces, Gobi, crispy corn but very limited quantity like 1 or 2 piece to everyone again same procedure they follow. Soup - 2 soups are available chicken creamy soup is good and another one is some veg soup Biryani - Rice is Good but very pieces are not tasty. Roti/Naan - If you ask they will provide Butter Naan/Roti taste wise Good Sweets - Always Gulab Jamun balls, Samya Payasam available but health wise we can’t eat more Ice Creams - Only Strawberry and Vanilla will be available if luck favours both you will get, sometimes they will not fill the ice immediately once get over. We need to wait for Ice creams. Cakes - If you celebrate B’day they will arrange 250gms cake and they wishes with claps and small music which I don’t like. Who are not celebrating for them NO Cake Brownie - I don’t know why they stopped Brownie from Menu that is the only thing chocolate lovers will get from BN, so SAD Other Items - Sometimes they will serve 1 piece of Pav bhaji, 6 pieces of Pani Puri, Sprouts, Salads, Pickles, Dips, Onion slices, White rice, Noodles, Tomato Dal, Curd are the items which are totally for NUMBER purpose of Food items, which I don’t prefer to taste in Restaurants Payment - Only good thing you can pay the bill through Mobile Feedback - Manager will ask the feedback while eating and next day you will get call from BN team. If you provide any good things also totally waste because how many times you will give also they will not implement anything Value for Money/Experience - My kids are disappointed because if we will go casually in any afternoon with family they will not get Barbeque, Mutton, Prawns (Only Sunday & Nights), Cake (Only occasion), Brownie & Tamato Saus (Not available), Kulfi (Only Dinner time) and Cool drinks (Extra Price)….. after paying nearly 2,000/- for 2 Adults and 2 Kids you will get normal restaurant service NOT WORTHY and losing LOT of TIME One time we ordered home delivery Very Disappointed with Quantity. Price - For 1 person 529/- plus 5% GST totally ₹ 555/- for kids you can save 100/-. 3 months before they are charging 503/- including GST - - In Tirupati we don’t have any big FMCG or software companies to get High salaries here average salary is around 25k based on that for 1 meal 555/- is TOO MUCH and Management need to Re-Work on Pricing, Improving service, Taste of Food items and need to include Kids favourite chocolate items in Menu. We will expect something different from other restaurants but in reality NOT happening.

The only reason why the rating is not 5 is bcoz at the start when other's were getting their starters I was completely ignored they made up for it and brought it later but that initial service still soured my experience throughout from beginning to end

New update: frozen food taste less food Previous it is average but in 2024 food was utter flop in Tirupati BBQ I asked for prawns but the service people not bringing what we ask it's really waste of money to visit this place meat is very hard to chew all are frozen meat which is very unhealthy for women I don't visit again to this plac

I ordered food on Zomato 1 hyderabad chicken Biryani 1 And panner biryani 1 They gave 2 paneer by adding 1 egg in another box When tried to connect with management they are saying false information like paneer biryani cannot be cooked very fast and not giving refund. Shouting rudely with customer and mention Im worng.

The staff is very busy seeing reels in phone.The service is poor and the hotel bathroom is horrible 😞. No clean tables and floors and bathroom. The Soup was good and all other items are very average but not meet the price and quality and quantity.So better avoid to go there.

The dining table also has cockroaches roaming which is really worst. The God only knows how the kitchen is maintained..

I had a very bad experience at this restaurant.A lady staff behaved me very rudely.I was sitting on the sofa in front of the hotel reception with heavy luggage, waiting for my friends who were coming hoping that we could order something once they arrived.An arrogant woman came and angrily said that I couldn’t sit there and asked me to go outside.At that time, there was no one else sitting there. They don’t know how to deal with customers. A good establishment needs good staff. I had a very bad experience here. First learn how to interact with customers, then run a restaurant. Horrible restaurant in Tirupati

I ordered fry piece boneless chicken biriyani at Swiggy, when i received the order I shocked, the food was very worst. There is no spicy in chicken, they simply mixed the the chicken with turmeric powder, they didn’t aad red chilly powder. I ordered boneless chicken but they sent bone chicken, even I don’t feel it is not as a chicken, I hope it is something different.

Average food, the service tops the table, restrooms stink like hell, the lady at the cash counter behaves shockingly rude to everyone that talks to her. The restaurant is located on the main road. The AC throw in the restaurant is bad. The climate is hot so they should consider working on to improve the ACs performance. Location is close to Tirupati railway station and bus stand. Will I visit this restaurant again? NO! Do I recommend them? NO!

I ordered one chicken biryani, one meals and one thangdi kabab. But biryani one quantity and rice quantity is low and taste is normal rates are high

Mutton biryani is tender pieces and quality rice amazing taste

The service is top notch but the taste wise and quality type,some standard dishes need improvements.

Worst service, They didn’t give the menu for second person, the busboy bought us main course than the starters, when asked for soft drinks they arrived after we finished the meal, other table order was brought to us, no proper management look at the onion salad they served us

We have ordered 7 biryanis but they gave it only 6 but they had taken the whole amount of all the 7 biryanis. After arguments they had edited the CCTV footage by showing that they had served 7 biryanis.. They were such a fraud .. Taste wise everything Good but their behaviors were very cruial and bad.

Literally been some every week here for like 6 years while I did my undergrad here,never faced a problem in food and service but now after coming here for a work tried eating food this time,the service is pathetic ,now I got to know how they treat locals who are their repeat customers and pilgrims here differently,They even talk behind our back while we can hear everything,you can call that basic civic sense or something,stayed calm and got away to write this review,if u still wanna go and listen those who talk behind u it's up to you,if the restaurant takes this constructively I suggest improving service and ask them to be little more polite and respectful

The place is nice and the ambience was good. This is popular for biryani. It has a wide range of food items and especially in non veg. They are offering a special biryani everyday. Give it a try. It's a restaurant or chef's special biryani. The starters are also good. Vegetarian starters are too good. Baby corn 🌽 65 is a must try item from veg side. We tried mushroom 🍄 biryani. It was too good 😋. I think it's better than non veg biryani 😜. Overall it's a good one. We ordered via food apps earlier. Egg fried rice was good.

Really useless hotel, they took almost 35-40 min to prepare my take away order. Veg Manchurian waa too much spicy we can't even eat it. Food was costly but I thought I will get quality but worst experience.