Eat, Shop, Chill: Here's Your Ultimate Guide To Jubilee Hills!

Grandma's and mom's sarees always hold a special place in a bride's heart. If you're looking to create a lasting memory of your own for your wedding and are looking to shop for heirloom quality sarees, the Kankatala store at Jubilee Hills should be your pick. Set up in 1943, the brand, famous in Andhra Pradesh is known for its carefully curated collections, handpicked by a Kankatala family member. We love their sarees inspired by the erstwhile queens of Andhra Pradesh. The styles and motifs on the sarees celebrate Indian hand weaves at their finest.

The Kancheepuram Varamahalakshmi Silks store in Jubilee Hills is equal parts regal and beautiful, almost giving you the experience of stepping into a royal home. Their collection of Kancheepuram sarees is impressive, and the wide variety is great for adding to your South Indian wedding trousseau.

While Neeru's has branches across the city, their Jubilee Hills store is one of the biggest and stocks everything from sarees, lehengas and gowns, great for occasion wear. We recommend checking out their floor length gowns that are pretty unique amongst their collection.

If contemporary silhouettes with traditional work is your style, consider checking out the collection at Shri Hari Label from the House of Shri Hari Paridhan. We found that their lehengas and sarees are easy to wear, with just a touch of drama.

One of the most dependable stores for occasion wear, expect to find a wide range of apparel options for the festive and wedding season at Rangoli.

Trisha Silks at Jubilee Hills has a great bridal silk saree collection. If you're looking to buy great sarees for a friend's or a cousin's wedding, we recommend you check out their store.

Looking to shop for your wedding trousseau and the million functions that go with your wedding? Check out these stores for some unique designs that will make you stand out for sure! 

Kanyaa Rajsons

Great for: Dramatic Cocktail Dresses

Swathi Veldandi 

Great for: Bridal lehengas for wedding receptions.  

Issa Designer Studio 

Great for: Contemporary designs, ideal for Sangeet parties. 

Geethika Kanumilli 

Great for: super young designs on pretty pastel lehengas. 

Varun Chakkilam 

Great for: Coordinated couples’ outfits.  

Sirisha Reddy 

Great for: Floor length gowns.   

If you enjoy your liquor, Tonique is one of the best places to find alcohol from around the world. With over 1,500 brands to choose from, Tonique claims to be Asia's biggest liquor store and stocks wines from South Africa, Australia, Chile, New Zealand and Saudi Arabia alongside Indian brands like Sula and Krsma. They stock fun accessories like bottle openers and shot glasses. You'll also find some unique finds like The John Walker private collection priced over INR 5 lac, talk about a good time!

Love whipping up a storm in the kitchen? The Pangea Gourmet Store could be your haven for finding exotic fruit, vegetables, condiments and all ingredients you need to cook a wholesome gourmet meal at home. We love discovering home-grown Indie brands at the store as well!

Got a green thumb? A visit to the Garden Store in Jubilee Hills could make you happier than ever! We found some sturdy gardening essentials, pretty planters that double up as decor and unique plants to add to your green paradise at home.

Doing up your balcony to get that Vitamin D every morning? Check out the Urbane Home and Garden Furniture store in Jubilee Hills. The store itself is a sight, with all their outdoor furniture and decor pieces like a life sized Buddha statue out in the open even before you enter indoors. Check out the place to bring home some uniquely designed outdoor furniture.

Darpan Furnishings has been in the market for nearly two decades. While they're known for great home linens, you can find almost everything to turn your house into a home at their Jubilee Hills store. We recommend you check out their collection of curtains that last for years while looking as good as new!

Tiny collectibles and knick-knacks tastefully placed across your home give it great character. Check out Room Therapy at Jubilee Hills and be wow-ed at their selection of home decor ranging from rugs, planters, antique picture frames, tableware and much more. We love their unique decor pieces with an almost souvenir-like quality in them.

Even if you’re not looking to buy at the Lepakshi Handicrafts Store, a visit is great just to witness traditional Indian craftsmanship at its best. Expect to find hand-carved idols of Hindu Gods, ornate teak wood furniture and several decor pieces that are resplendent of traditional Indian crafts.

Nestled in the busy bylanes of Jubilee Hills, the Eucalyptus store has a super cosy vibe, and their curation of products reflects the same. Check out their lovely options for quilts, bedspreads, bed and table linen, table runners, cushions, and other cute pieces. They also offer interior design services.

Kathiawar Stores is one of Hyderabad's oldest brand synonymous with great nightwear and lingerie for women. Their Jubilee Hills store also has a floor full of international and Indian makeup, styling tools and skincare. The first floor is reserved for an exhaustive range of swimwear and inner wear for women and children.

If you're big on aesthetics and love a cosy ambience, you need to check out Sobremesa: Bakehouse Cafe' Kitchen. With mostly al fresco dining lit up with cosy string lights and super comfy seating, Sobremesa is increasingly becoming the go-to for cosy date nights. Their beverages and desserts receive rave reviews too!

Instagram's latest favourite hangout spot Makau Kitchen and Bar checks off all the criteria for being the 'it' spot. The entire place sports an earthy tropical chic look, with statement decor pieces like a huge eagle hanging in the middle of the place to wicker baskets tastefully doubling up as ceiling lamps. Their signature drinks, Asian food and excellent service are making Hyderabadis super happy with Makau Kitchen and Bar. Make sure you reserve a table ahead of time, this place can get crowded!

OGs will remember that Our Place at Banjara Hills (now shut down) was one of the very few restaurants in town that had natural rock boulders and a tiny waterfall as a part of their lovely ambience. What if we told you that you can experience that natural vibe in the city again? Tranquil Bistro offers a one-of-a-kind experience where you can dine by a waterfall! You read that right, as Telangana's first restaurant with indoor and outdoor waterfalls, Tranquil Bistro has Hyderabadis going gaga over their stunning ambience and pizzas! Ensure you ask for a reservation on the third deck to enjoy this place at its best.

Love Mandi, but can't compromise on great ambience? Mandi @ 36 Arabian Kitchen should be on your must-visit list if you haven't checked them out yet! With a selection of Mandis to choose from and great options for starters, their food keeps patrons loyal to Mandi @ 36 Arabian Kitchen. Their Mutton Juicy Mandi is a hot favourite! What's more - you can choose the traditional floor seating or a standard table based on your preference here.

With legendary bakeries like Universal shutting shop in Hyderabad, Vac's Pastries remains one of the very few old bakery brands in Hyderabad that serve great snacks like Indian-style burgers and puffs aside from cakes. Their snacks are pocket friendly and can fill you up easily. Don't forget to check out their desserts too!

Jubilee Hills is popping with breweries but Broadway - The Brewery seems to be taking the prize for many Hyderabadis. The winning formula we hear, is their great selection of craft beers combined with scrumptious food. Their pizzas with a 'special Broadway base', where a traditional pizza base is replaced with puff pastry are absolutely divine! 

Conçu is one of Hyderabad's favourite dessert spots, with their impressive range of desserts that cater to a wide range of tastes. We recommend checking out their chocolate dipped strawberries and Strawberry Trifle in the winter. Their coffee selection is pretty great too.

If you haven't had brownies from Labonel Fine Baking yet, you're missing out on good things in life. Hands down the best brownies in town, Labonel sticks to classics when it comes to their desserts. Their classic chocolate cakes and brownies have remained hot favourites in the city for over two decades.

Fonce is the place to be if you want to hang out with your girl gang, sip on some hot chocolate and click a million pictures for the 'gram. Their ambience is super inviting with plants all around. Don't forget to order their croissants with your hot chocolate for that perfect Parisian experience.

Gone are the days when we had to wait for our NRI relatives to bring back some decadent gourmet chocolates home from abroad. ZUCI - Artisanal Chocolates & Cafe has an impressive range of desserts, artisanal chocolates and a favourite among all - their hot chocolate. A visit to this place is all kinds of decadent.

With both alfresco dining and a beautifully done up interior space, Feu is a popular haven for families, friends and couples too! Try their caramel based desserts while you're there - you won't be disappointed!

Jubilee Hills has a host of breweries you can visit for a selection of house-brewed craft beers, scrumptious food, live music and an overall great time with your buddies. Here are some you must visit:

HyLife Brewing Company  

Prost 

Zero40 Brewing 

Repete Brewery and Kitchen

Broadway - The Brewery

Forge Breu-Hous 

Over The Moon

Hyderabad's latest obsession is the Durgam Cheruvu Secret Lake Park and the Hanging Bridge that connects Jubilee Hills and Financial District areas. An evening out to the park is incomplete without getting onto one of the joy boat rides. You can hire two-seater boats with manual pedals, or go on a fun jet boat ride on the beautiful Durgam Cheruvu lake under the bridge. The walk around the park is super peaceful, and offers a bit of greenery in the concrete jungle.

A visit to the State Gallery of Art is great for photo exhibits and art exhibits that are usually free of cost, or have a nominal entry fee. The building itself has a super inviting atmosphere, encouraging you to take in and appreciate artists of various mediums. The little in-house cafe serves basics like tea, coffee, Maggi and other snacks so you have something to munch on while wandering around the place.

360 Degree Fitness is one of the most well-maintained gyms in Hyderabad, complete with state-of-the-art equipment. They regularly conduct fun Zumba and Bollywood Dance workshops that you can pre-book. If you're looking to check out the place before frequenting it, they have one-day passes available for INR 500.

Get moving with your buddies at the Sportika Badminton Arena that has super well-maintained indoor Badminton courts available for rent on an hourly basis. You can pre-book your slots a day ahead, and it only costs INR 600 per hour!

Society to Save Rocks is an NGO that regularly organises walks and meets that work towards the conservation of the natural rocks in Hyderabad, especially found aplenty in Jubilee Hills. If you've marvelled at the natural rock formations while entering the city from the RGI Airport, you could do your bit to save the natural habitat of Hyderabad by volunteering with Society to Save Rocks. Look out for announcements on their website to find out about all their upcoming activities.

Here's your time to shine as the favourite uncle or aunt and win brownie points from the kids in your family! Ministry of Kids is an excellent spot for children to have play dates, read fun childrens' books and frolic around with games. What's more - there's even a dedicated cafe where you can chill by yourself while the little ones have fun.

Love a good manicure? Or want to get trendy nails? Check out the DryBy Nail Salon where you can get acrylic nails, transparent tips, gel polish, chrome and other popular nail styles. Their lovely ambience and service gets a big thumbs up from their frequent customers.

If you're tired of visiting indoor spaces and are looking for some fresh air, KBR Park is for you. The location is spread over 352 acres and hosts over 600 plant species, 133 bird species and 20 varieties of butterflies. Go on a walk, and you will spot peacocks casually strolling along here. So put on your walking shoes and get ready to explore!

Peddamma Thalli Temple is said to be over 150 years old and attracts devotees especially during Telangana's famous Bathukamma and Bonalu festivals. The temple's current form took shape in 1993, and has been a hub for staunch worshippers for years now. A visit to the temple during these festivals is a must to witness Telangana's local festivities in all their grandeur.

If you're always dreamt of visiting a bookstore-cum-cafe in Hyderabad, here's your chance! One of the city’s oldest and most loved book stores now has an in-house cafe called Qahveh Khaneh. They regularly organize poetry readings and other literary meets at the cafe. Grab a coffee, your favourite book, and get chilling!

If you're done visiting all the parks in Hyderabad and are looking to explore something new, consider checking out Ficus Garden in Jubilee Hills. Locals love it for its serene, almost forest-like atmosphere amid the bustling locality of Jubilee Hills. With beautiful stone paved paths and trees, Ficus Garden is catching the fancy of Hyderabadis as it leads up to the Durgam Cheruvu Lake. We recommend visiting with a group of friends, as this park hosts few visitors currently.

Love Boba Tea? You can now get yourself some at Chaud in Jubilee hills. Lit up with cute neon signs, this tiny outlet opposite The Spicy Venue is done up aesthetically, and has a great variety of bobas to choose from. We've heard great reviews for their authentic tasting beverages and adorable packaging. Definitely worth a sip in the sweltering summer heat!

Did you know that there’s a palace inside the KBR National Park where part of the royal Nizam family resides? While the palace is unavailable to public, the Chiran Palace Mosque is open for visitors. Its architecture was considering very contemporary for its times and wasn't frequented by a lot of worshippers. The relatively small mosque with its open architecture and a beautiful fountain is great for a super-peaceful visit.