A sprawling studio and theme-park complex east of Hyderabad with film sets, gardens, stage shows and rides, listed as one of the world's largest integrated film studio sites.
Ramoji Film City sits at Abdullapurmet on the eastern edge of Hyderabad in Telangana, India, roughly 35 km from the city centre along the Vijayawada highway (NH65). The drive takes 1 to 1.5 hours each way, longer on weekday mornings when traffic through Hayathnagar builds up. Visitors can take a TGSRTC bus towards Abdullapurmet from LB Nagar, Dilsukhnagar, Koti or MGBS for about ₹40-80 and finish with a short auto ride, or hire an app cab for roughly ₹900-1,400 each way. A car with driver for the round trip, including waiting time, typically costs ₹2,500-3,500. The complex is listed as one of the largest integrated film studio sites in the world and combines working film sets with a theme park. Inside, a tour bus loop links the main zones: landscaped gardens, replica streets and palaces used in productions, stage shows, rides and a wildlife-style bird park. The standard day ticket is about ₹1,750, with premium and stay packages costing more. A workable one-day arc starts at opening around 9:00am, when queues are shortest and the outdoor sets are cool. The tour bus loop and the film-set walk fill the morning. Lunch is usually taken at the food courts inside the park, and the afternoon suits the stage shows, rides and gardens, with the last shows finishing near closing at about 5:30pm. The best season runs from October to February, when outdoor walking is comfortable. Summer afternoons are hot, and monsoon rain can close outdoor shows. Weekdays are noticeably calmer than weekends and school holidays. Food options along the highway include small dhabas and tea stalls around Hayathnagar and Abdullapurmet, though most visitors eat inside the park. The return leg is best started by 6:00pm to avoid the evening crush back into the city. Visitors should carry water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes, since the site is large and a full day involves several hours of walking between attractions. Tickets can be bought online through the official website or at the counter, and checking current show timings on arrival helps plan the day. Families with children usually find the rides and shows enough to fill the whole day without leaving the complex.
| Distance | About 35 km east of central Hyderabad on the Vijayawada highway (NH65) |
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| Travel time | 1-1.5 hours each way by road, longer at weekday peaks |
| Getting there | Mode: Bus, app cab or car; Detail: TGSRTC buses run from LB Nagar, Dilsukhnagar, Koti and MGBS towards Abdullapurmet, then a short auto ride to the gate; Ramoji also runs a shuttle from some city points |
| Cost | Day entry about ₹1,750 (~$18) for the standard ticket; premium and stay packages cost more |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Ramoji Film City, Anajpur, Abdullapurmet, Hyderabad, Telangana 501512, India |
How to get there
- Bus: TGSRTC city and mofussil buses to Abdullapurmet cost about ₹40-80 (~$0.42-0.83), then an auto of about ₹100-150 (~$1.04-1.56) to the gate
- App cab (Uber, Ola): about ₹900-1,400 (~$9-15) one way from central Hyderabad, and drivers often wait for a fixed return fee
- Car with driver: about ₹2,500-3,500 (~$26-36) for the round trip with waiting time
- Metro plus cab: Blue Line to LB Nagar or Nagole, then a cab or bus for the remaining 20-25 km
Location
Ramoji Film City, Anajpur, Abdullapurmet, Hyderabad, Telangana 501512, India
17.2543, 78.6808 View on map
Highlights
- Tour bus loop through the working film sets and replica streets
- Stage shows and live performances scheduled through the day
- Landscaped gardens and themed zones across the complex
- Rides and attractions suited to families and children
Tips for visiting
- Buy tickets online at ramojifilmcity.com to skip the counter queue
- Arrive at the 9:00am opening on a weekday for the shortest lines
- Take a TGSRTC bus to Abdullapurmet, then an auto of about ₹100-150 to the gate
- Carry water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes; the site involves hours of walking
- Start the return by 6:00pm to avoid evening traffic on NH65
When to visit
Arrive at opening on a weekday between October and February and allow the full day.
Accessibility
The complex is large and mostly level, and the internal tour buses reduce walking. Wheelchair access varies by attraction, so visitors with mobility needs should check with the park staff on arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Ramoji Film City from Hyderabad?
It is about 35 km east of central Hyderabad on NH65. The drive takes 1 to 1.5 hours each way, longer at weekday peaks.
How much does entry cost?
The standard day ticket is about ₹1,750 (~$18), while premium and stay packages cost more. Confirm current prices on the official website.
Is one day enough?
Yes, a full day from the 9:00am opening to about 5:30pm covers the tour bus loop, shows, gardens and rides for most visitors.
When is the best time to visit?
October to February is the most comfortable period. Weekdays are quieter, while summer afternoons are hot and monsoon rain can close outdoor shows.