Chowmahalla Palace offers visitors a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the Nizams, the rulers of Hyderabad State during the 18th to mid-20th centuries. This stunning palace is renowned for its exquisite blend of Persian, Indo-Saracenic, Rajasthani, and European architectural styles. Visitors are particularly impressed by the grandeur of the Khilwat Mubarak Hall, adorned with dazzling Belgian crystal chandeliers, and the meticulously manicured gardens that provide a serene escape from the bustling city. A unique highlight is the collection of vintage cars, including the legendary Rolls Royce.

A green oasis in Varadero, Josone is a public park with multiple entertainment facilities, such as rental row boats and water bikes, a tourist train circulating around premises, multiple cafes and restaurants, as well as the on-site villa Retiro Josone, which once belonged to a couple of a local rum distillery owners and was expropriated after the revolution.

The Missouri Botanical Garden is the nation's oldest botanical garden, having been established in 1859. The National Historic Landmark is 79 acres of horticultural wonders, research and science education, with a 14-acre Japanese garden.