Kailasagiri is a hilltop park overlooking the sea in Visakhapatnam, developed as a park by the Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority. You can reach it by road or, when operating, take the ropeway from the foothill to the hilltop; attractions include gardens, viewpoints and statues.
- Location: A hilltop park overlooking the sea in Visakhapatnam.
- Park hours: 10:00 AM to 08:00 PM, according to Incredible India.
- Ropeway hours: 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM and 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM.
- Getting there: Road access is available; Kailasagiri is 6 km from the RTC Complex.
What to expect at Kailasagiri
Kailasagiri is a 350-acre hilltop park with sea views and a range of attractions. The Government of Andhra Pradesh named it its “Best Tourist Spot” in 2003.
The Visakhapatnam district tourism page names a Shiva-Parvati statue, a Shanku Chakra and Namalu statue, gardens, a flower clock and a Titanic viewpoint. The Andhra Pradesh tourism brochure places Kailasagiri at the end of RK Beach Road, so it can fit into a day that also includes the Ramakrishna Beach promenade.
The park’s viewpoints make the coastal setting central to a visit. An older theme brochure describes seven viewpoints and also names food courts, a children’s play park and a road train, but current availability of those facilities is not confirmed.
How do you get to Kailasagiri?
You can reach Kailasagiri by road, and a ropeway runs from the foothill to the hilltop when service is operating. The park is 6 km from the RTC Complex; buses, autos and cabs can take you there.
Visakhapatnam is the nearest railway station, about 8 km from the park, and Visakhapatnam International Airport is 23 km away.
The ropeway hours are 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM and 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM, with a break between the two operating periods. The park is open from 10:00 AM to 08:00 PM. These details can change, so check the official site before you go.
Planning your visit and time there
Start by checking the park’s operating status and deciding whether to use the road or ropeway. Once at the hilltop, you can visit the statues, gardens, flower clock and viewpoints.
An older brochure gives ropeway ticket prices of Rs 65 and Rs 30 for children aged 4 to 7 years, but those prices are not confirmed as current. Check the operator’s official information for current fares and service before you travel.
Incredible India says the Kailasagiri Floral Festival is held annually. Check official event information if you are planning around the festival, as dates and arrangements can vary.
Connecting Kailasagiri with other city sights
Kailasagiri sits at the end of RK Beach Road, making the hilltop park and the Ramakrishna Beach area natural subjects to consider together when planning a Visakhapatnam outing. The city’s central sights can also be arranged into a broader day plan; a one-day Visakhapatnam itinerary from the central city covers that kind of trip planning.
The park’s setting combines hilltop views with the coastline below. If you are combining stops, check access and opening information for each place separately before setting out.
FAQs
What are Kailasagiri’s park hours?
The park hours are 10:00 AM to 08:00 PM. Hours can change, so confirm them before your visit.
Does Kailasagiri have a ropeway?
Yes. The ropeway connects the foothill and hilltop when service is operating.
How far is Kailasagiri from the RTC Complex?
Kailasagiri is 6 km from the RTC Complex, with buses, autos and cabs available for the trip.
What can you see at Kailasagiri?
Attractions include a Shiva-Parvati statue, a Shanku Chakra and Namalu statue, gardens, a flower clock and a Titanic viewpoint.