Hussain Sagar Lake is considered to be one of the largest man-made lakes in the country. The lake is shaped like a heart and circumvented by open spaces on all its four sides. It has been built on a tributary of Musi river and connects the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. The lake is a hub for water sports, including parasailing, kayaking, pedal boat rides, canoeing, jet skiing, boating, yachting, catamaran rides and even luxury cruises. The annual regatta (boat race), which is an annual affair, draws professional contestants from all over the world. If you want to try your hand at sailing, choose from the several short-term courses offered by the Yacht Club of India at the lake. If you are not into water sports, you can opt for a pleasant boat ride around the lake. Regular boats make a 30-minute return trip to Lord Buddha's statue from both Eat Street and the popular Lumbini Park, situated on the edge of the lake. Or you can sit by the lake, colourful sails bobbing on its blue water and watch the city of Hyderabad go past. The lake was built by sufi saint Hussain Shah during the reign of Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah in 1562 AD. It was made to meet the drinking water and irrigation requirements of the city. It was also the site of the historical treaty between the Mughals and the Golconda rulers, and is sometimes referred to as Tank Bund by locals as a bund (dam) was constructed here in the 1990s.

Located 18 km from Nagarjuna Sagar, the Ethipothala Waterfall is famous for its stunning natural beauty. The fall cascades from a height of 22 m to join the Krishna river. The sound of gushing water echoes all around the landscape. Three streams merge to form this beautiful waterfall, namely, Nakka Vagu, Tummala Vagu and Chandravanka Vagu. A crocodile breeding centre nearby makes for an interesting excursion. On can also visit two popular temples, Ranganatha and Dattatreya, at the site.The name 'Ethipothala' has been taken from the Sanskrit word 'Etitaposthal', which means a place for penance. It is believed to be the place where saints have performed rigorous penance. There are several caves in the vicinity that visitors would enjoy exploring.

Lumbini Park is a sprawling garden complex on the banks of the Hussain Sagar lake. Offering entertainment options like boating, children’s play areas, eateries, floral clock and two musical fountain shows, it makes for a great place for a family outing. The park was developed by the Hyderabad Urban Development Authority in 1994 and has been named after the birthplace of Lord Buddha. The park lies in close proximity to the famous statue of Lord Buddha.