The Gandhi Stupa, 15.8 ft. in height, stands on Gandhi Hill, which was once known as Orr Hill. The monument, built in the memory of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled in 1968. The Gandhi Memorial Library, sound and light show and planetarium are added attractions. From the top of the hill visitors get a panoramic view of Vijayawada.

Here is the holy relic of prophet Mohammed and is displayed once a year.

An interesting site worth a visit,the well preserved Mogalarajapura caves have three cave temples, dating back to the 5th century AD.  The Ardhanareeshwara Murthy found here is considered the only one of its kind in south India. The other famous caves are the Undavalli caves situated about 8 km. from Vijayawada which were carved in the 7th Century A.D. A huge monolithic Vishnu, is a magnificent sight at these caves.

Situated on a hillock on the side of the town, Mary’s temple attracts a large number of devotees. Annually, a fair is held in which thousands of people participate.

The Museum of the Archaeological Department situated on Bandar Road contains beautiful sculptures and attractive paintings worth seeing. ‘Buddha’ Alluru inscriptions of first and second centuries and Mahishasura Mardhani are some of the important exhibits.