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Eluruఏలూరు
Spend half a day in Eluru, see the Buddha Park and Kolleru Bird Sanctuary, then continue to Vijayawada or nearby towns.
Eluru is a small city in central Andhra Pradesh with a handful of parks, a historic Buddha statue and easy bus links to Vijayawada. One morning covers the main sights; the rest of the day can be spent travelling onward.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (high heat)
- Airport
- VGA
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Eluru100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Eluru, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyEluru is generally safe for day visitors; keep an eye on traffic and secure belongings in crowded markets.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 112 All services (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportVGA Vijayawada Airport (≈45 min bus to Eluru).
- Getting aroundWalk for most attractions; buses from New and Old bus stations cover intra‑city routes; auto‑rickshaws are abundant; taxis available on request.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket city‑to‑city₹100–₹150 (≈ US$2)
- Budget bedBudget hotel or hostel bed, a night, per person₹350 (≈ US$4)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range double room, a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedMid‑range double room, a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹600 (≈ US$7) · Mid ₹900 (≈ US$11) · High ₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- VGA Vijayawada Airport (≈45 min bus to Eluru)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
not flagged
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
Aug
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Sep
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C) low), wettest Jul (10 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Eluru: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
7 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
9 rd
Jul
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
10 rd
Aug
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Sep
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk for most attractions; buses from New and Old bus stations cover intra‑city routes; auto‑rickshaws are abundant; taxis available on request.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kolleru Bird Sanctuary
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus from Eluru New bus station, about 45 min
Large freshwater lake, birdwatching
Guntupalli Buddhist Monuments
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Bus to Guntupalli, then local transport, ≈1 h
Ancient rock‑cut caves
Dwaraka Tirumala (Chinna Tirupathi)
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Bus to Dwaraka Tirumala, ≈1 h 15 min
Temple of Lord Venkateswara
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Athidi
Three‑star hotel near R.R. Pet, basic amenities
Manya Guestline
One‑star hotel, close to Old bus stand
Surya Residency
Mid‑range option, central location
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹600–₹900 (≈ US$7–11) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹900–₹1,500 (≈ US$11–18) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel or hostel bed2 × 3 nights × ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × ₹900 | ₹5,400 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,400 per person per day, bed included | ₹8,400≈ US$100 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Dosa plate | ₹50–₹120 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (2 km) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus ticket city‑to‑city | ₹100–₹150 (≈ US$2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic congestion can delay bus trips, especially during peak hours.
- Parking for cars is limited; two‑wheelers find spots more easily.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- All services
- 112
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Eluruఏలూరు
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Emergency
- Police100
- All services112
Embassy
US consulate in Hyderabad (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Vijayawada Airport → Eluru (bus): ≈₹150, 45 min (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw 5 km: ≈₹40
Say or show
- क्षमించండి — Excuse me / Sorry (kshaminchandi)
- ధన్యవాదాలు — Thank you (dhanyavaadalu)
- ఇది ఎంత? — How much is it? (idi enta?)
- బస్ స్టేషన్ ఎక్కడ? — Where is the bus station? (bus station ekkada?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Eluru. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (high heat) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Eluru
- secondaryWikivoyage: Eluru, revision 5290875 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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