Places To Visit in Kerala

Alleppey - It is one the most gorgeous places to visit in Kerala due to its backwaters with singular canals and lagoons. It rewards tourists with some of the best coastal belts with water sports facilities during the off-season. This place is excellent for staying with many houseboats, homestays, and ayurvedic health resorts. The houseboats move through the backwaters of Kerala passing through areas where tourists get a view of rice paddies with a sneak peek into the village life of the people of Kerala. There are famous temples that you can see such as Chettikulangara Devi Temple and Mullakkal Temple.

Wayanad - The district of Wayanad is in Kerala, in the southwestern part of India. It is famous for spices, wildlife, and tourist spots in the Western Ghats and this makes it one of the must-visit tourist spots in Kerala. It has beautiful forests, misty hills, and waterfalls such as Soochipara and Meenmutty. You can also visit the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and see Indian bison and leopards. There are many temples and archaeological sites from the Paniya tribal locals. Other famous places include Thirunelli Temple, Banasura Sagar Dam, Chembra Peak, and Edakkal Caves. Try the cuisine of Wayanad with non-vegetarian dishes such as Malabar parotta and fish curry.

Varkala - Known for its 15-meter-high Northern Cliff by the Arabian Sea, it is one the amazing places to see in Kerala. The Varkala Cliff presents splendid views of the sea; many cafes and guesthouses are built on the cliff to present excellent views. You can visit the Janardana Swami Temple also called Dakshin Kashi and Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi. There are very many beaches where tourists can swim, para-gliding, surf, and some other water sports. They can also go on backwater trips. Attractive Ayurvedic treatment centers and pilgrim centers like Sivagiri Mutt make this place one of the major attractions in Kerala.

Thiruvananthapuram - It is the capital of Kerala and one of Kerala's famous places It has a deep-rooted history along with colonial architecture. Its location lies on seven hills and today it is a large city and a starting point to visit beaches such as Kovalam and Varkala. Major attractions are Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Attukal Bhagawati, Aazhimala Siva, Karikkakom Chamundi Devi, and Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple. The Kuthiramalika Palace Museum and Napier Museum depict the local art and the structure of the palace itself depicts Travancore architecture. Thiruvananthapuram has an international airport; hence, it is easy for visitors to access the state and appreciate its natural beauty. 

Kochi - It is known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’. Make sure to add it to your list of places to visit in Kerala. You can visit Mattancherry Palace, jewelry stores, art galleries, and museums like Hill Palace and Kerala Folklore. Shopping can be done in Ernakulam, Jew Town, and Fort Kochi. The Ayurvedic massages and the show of local art forms like Kalarippayattu and Kathakali are also famous in the city. It is home to the Kochi Muziris Biennale, a significant exhibition of contemporary art. This beautiful city has many lagoons with some islands such as Willingdon Island.

Munnar - Popular for tea gardens, tall trees, curvy roads, and vantage points. It is situated in the Western Ghats at an altitude of 1600 meters. It ranks among Kerala's famous places. You can visit Eravikulam National Park, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, and tea estates. Munnar is also popular for Neelakurinji flowering once in twelve years (the next bloom to occur in 2030) and Nilgiri Tahr. Trekking, camping, paragliding, Jeep safari, and boating are also some of the activities that you can try here. The hill town offers several things to buy like cardamom, ginger, cinnamon to clove, nutmeg, coffee, tea, and homemade chocolates.

Kumarakom - It is a small and beautiful village which is situated at the backdrop of Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom is one of the most beautiful places to see in Kerala and sightseeing can be done through canoeing, nature walks, cycling, etc. The sites to visit include the backwaters and rice paddies. You can also go on houseboat trips on the traditional Kettuvalloms. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, a sixteen-acre of land is the best place for watching the migratory birds. Cultural activities include visiting the famous temples and churches. The assurance of having low-impact tourism, and being able to enjoy culturally interesting festivals of the region reinforces its attractiveness.

Idukki - One of the popular tourist spots in Kerala, it has natural tourism, wildlife, and plantations of tea. You can visit the Idukki Arch Dam. One can take nature walks through forests, paddle through the backwaters, and go for elephant spotting in Periyar Sanctuary which also is home to tigers. Trekking enthusiasts can visit the one that has Anamudi- the highest peak in southern India other than the Himalayas. A culinary specialty of Idukki is the appam and fish curry that is famous in Kerala. Also, buy spices, tea, and handmade trinkets. Idukki is guaranteed to provide a thrilling but also serene experience.

Kovalam - It is among the famous tourist places in Kerala. This town’s main attraction is the Lighthouse Beach with a 30-meter-tall Vizhinjam Lighthouse accompanied by the Samudra and Hawa beaches. These beaches are basically half-moon shaped and the water here is quite calm. You can try swimming and other related activities like parasailing here. Kovalam was initially a fishing village and evolved into a tourist destination in the 1930s. The place is also culturally significant as it consists of Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple and Azhimala Siva Temple. You can also try ayurvedic treatments, yoga, and meditation and buy spices and handicrafts with our Kerala travel packages. 

Poovar - It is a pretty village situated on the coast of southern Kerala, roughly 30 kilometers off Thiruvananthapuram. Famous for the enchanting meeting point of the Neyyar River and Arabian Sea, Poovar offers beautiful boat ride tours through mangrove forests. Poovar Beach is one of the best places to visit in Kerala and it is popular for relaxation, water activities, and watching the sunset. The treasures of the cultural heritage include the Great Elephant Race, Thirparappu Falls, and Madre de Deus Church performances of Kathakali dance. You can also visit the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Neyyar Dam during your Kerala trip.