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Alappuzha district

Alappuzha is a district of Kerala, home to Alleppey. Browse its towns, famous tourist places, treks, beaches, temples, backwaters and local businesses. Hotels and homestays can list for free, and travellers contact them directly.

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Alappuzha district
Overview

Alappuzha at a glance

Alappuzha is a district of Kerala — Backwaters & coastal Kuttanad, with its headquarters at Alappuzha. It is best known for The Alleppey backwaters, houseboats and the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. Signature sights include Houseboat cruises, Alleppey Beach & pier, Kuttanad — farming below sea level. The nearest airport is Cochin (COK), ~85 km and the main rail gateway is Alappuzha (coastal line). October to March is the driest, most comfortable season; the June–September monsoon is lush, wet and often cheaper. Most travellers spend 2–3 days here, and while Malayalam is the local language, English is widely understood.

By the Roampedia editorial team · Updated July 2026
Best timeOctober – March (dry season)
Suggested stay2–3 days
Nearest airportCochin (COK), ~85 km
Rail gatewayAlappuzha (coastal line)
District HQAlappuzha
LanguagesMalayalam · English widely used
When to go

Best time, weather & festivals in Alappuzha

October to March is the dry, comfortable season across Alappuzha; the June–September monsoon is green, wet and often cheaper. Live conditions below are for Alappuzha.

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Kerala festivals worth timing your trip around

Celebrated across Kerala, including Alappuzha. Dates shift with the Malayalam calendar — confirm the year's exact dates before booking.

  • Onam Aug – Sep — Kerala's 10-day harvest festival, with sadya feasts, boat races and flower carpets. (2026: Thiruvonam ~26 Aug.)
  • Thrissur Pooram Apr – May — The grandest temple festival — caparisoned elephants and percussion in Thrissur.
  • Vishu April — Malayalam New Year, marked by the Vishukkani arrangement.
  • Theyyam season Dec – Apr — Hypnotic ritual performance art across North Kerala temples.
  • Nehru Trophy Boat Race August — Giant snake-boats race on Punnamada Lake, Alleppey. (Date moves yearly — 2026: ~22 Aug.)
Cities & towns

Where to go in Alappuzha

Alleppey, AlappuzhaDetailed guideAlleppeyBackwaters, houseboats & the Venice of the East.
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Places in Alappuzha

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Alappuzha / Alleppey town — Town in Alappuzha Town
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Town · Alappuzha Town
Alappuzha / Alleppey town

Backwater and houseboat hub with canals, beach, lighthouse and Finishing Point jetty. This town guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Alappuzha Town)

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Kuttanad — Backwater in Kuttanad
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Backwater · Kuttanad
Kuttanad

Low-lying paddy and canal region known as Kerala’s rice bowl. This backwater guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Kuttanad)

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Alappuzha Beach & Lighthouse — Beach in Alappuzha Town
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Beach · Alappuzha Town
Alappuzha Beach & Lighthouse

Town beach with old pier remains and a historic lighthouse. This beach guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Alappuzha Town)

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Marari Beach — Beach in Mararikulam
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Beach · Mararikulam
Marari Beach

Quiet beach belt north of Alappuzha, popular for relaxed stays. This beach guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Mararikulam)

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Pathiramanal Island — Island in Kuttanad
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Island · Kuttanad
Pathiramanal Island

Small Vembanad Lake island known for birdwatching. This island guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Kuttanad)

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Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple — Temple in Ambalappuzha
Verified Historic
Temple · Ambalappuzha
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple

Important Krishna temple famous for palpayasam and classic Kerala temple architecture. This temple guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Ambalappuzha)

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Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple — Temple in Haripad and Mannarasala
Verified Historic
Temple · Haripad and Mannarasala
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple

Major serpent shrine set in a sacred grove. This temple guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Haripad and Mannarasala)

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International Coir Museum — Museum in Alappuzha Town
Verified Historic
Museum · Alappuzha Town
International Coir Museum

Museum on Kerala’s coir (coconut-fibre) heritage — the craft Alappuzha built its trade on. This museum guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Alappuzha Town)

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Krishnapuram Palace — Heritage in Haripad and Mannarasala
Verified Historic
Heritage · Haripad and Mannarasala
Krishnapuram Palace

Restored 18th-century Travancore palace at Kayamkulam, home to the huge Gajendra Moksha mural. This heritage guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Haripad and Mannarasala)

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Karumadikuttan — Heritage in Ambalappuzha
Verified Historic
Heritage · Ambalappuzha
Karumadikuttan

Ancient black-granite Buddha statue at Karumadi near Ambalappuzha, a relic of Kerala’s Buddhist past. This heritage guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Ambalappuzha)

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Champakulam — Backwater in Kuttanad
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Backwater · Kuttanad
Champakulam

Kuttanad village on the Pamba known for the Champakulam Moolam snake-boat race and Kalloorkad St Mary’s Basilica. This backwater guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Kuttanad)

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Arthunkal Church — Church in Mararikulam
Verified Historic
Church · Mararikulam
Arthunkal Church

St Andrew’s Forane Basilica at Arthunkal, a major coastal pilgrimage church north of Alappuzha. This church guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Mararikulam)

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Edathua Church — Church in Kuttanad
Verified Historic
Church · Kuttanad
Edathua Church

St George Forane Church at Edathua in Kuttanad, known for its large annual pilgrimage feast. This church guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Kuttanad)

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Haripad Sree Subramanya Swamy Temple — Temple in Haripad and Mannarasala
Verified Historic
Temple · Haripad and Mannarasala
Haripad Sree Subramanya Swamy Temple

One of Kerala’s oldest Subramanya (Murugan) temples, in the south-Alappuzha town of Haripad. This temple guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Haripad and Mannarasala)

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Chettikulangara Devi Temple — Temple in Haripad and Mannarasala
Verified Historic
Temple · Haripad and Mannarasala
Chettikulangara Devi Temple

Major Bhagavathy temple near Mavelikkara, famous for its Kettukazhcha and Kumbha Bharani festivals. This temple guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Haripad and Mannarasala)

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Thottappally Beach — Beach in Ambalappuzha
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Beach · Ambalappuzha
Thottappally Beach

Quiet beach and spillway-harbour where the Thottappally leading channel meets the sea, south of Ambalappuzha. This beach guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Ambalappuzha)

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Andhakaranazhi Beach — Beach in Mararikulam
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Beach · Mararikulam
Andhakaranazhi Beach

Estuary beach at the north Alappuzha coast near Cherthala where backwater meets sea. This beach guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Mararikulam)

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R Block Kuttanad — Backwater in Kuttanad
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Backwater · Kuttanad
R Block Kuttanad

Iconic below-sea-level reclaimed farmland at Kainakary, ringed by bunds with the canal water sitting higher than the paddy fields. This backwater guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (nature option in Kuttanad)

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Thanneermukkom Bund — Dam in Mararikulam
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Dam · Mararikulam
Thanneermukkom Bund

Salt-water barrier and bridge across Vembanad Lake that keeps the sea out of Kuttanad’s paddy in the cropping season — a long causeway with lake views. This dam guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Mararikulam)

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Punnapra Vayalar Memorial — Heritage in Ambalappuzha
Verified Historic
Heritage · Ambalappuzha
Punnapra Vayalar Memorial

Martyrs’ memorial (Rakthasakshi Mandapam) to the 1946 Punnapra-Vayalar uprising, on the coastal belt south of Alappuzha town. This heritage guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved. (see option in Ambalappuzha)

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Alappuzha Lighthouse — Lighthouse in Alappuzha Town
Historic
Lighthouse · Alappuzha Town
Alappuzha Lighthouse

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Alleppey Backwaters — Attraction in Alappuzha Town
Historic
Attraction · Alappuzha Town
Alleppey Backwaters
Open · till 6:00 pm

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PAzhaveedu Temple, Alappuzha — Temple in Alappuzha Town
Historic
Temple · Alappuzha Town
PAzhaveedu Temple, Alappuzha

Old Pazhaveedu Bhagavathi temple south of Mullakkal, useful as a local worship and festival stop on the Alappuzha-Changanassery road.

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Alleppey Lighthouse & Museum, Alappuzha — Museum in Alappuzha Town
Historic
Museum · Alappuzha Town
Alleppey Lighthouse & Museum, Alappuzha
Open · till 5:30 pm

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Guidebook places

Famous tourist places and treks in Alappuzha

A practical tourist-guide list for the district. Full place pages, hotels, homestays, restaurants and local operators are added progressively under each town or attraction.

Alappuzha / Alleppey town, Alappuzhatown
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Alappuzha / Alleppey town

Backwater and houseboat hub with canals, beach, lighthouse and Finishing Point jetty. This town guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Kuttanad, Alappuzhabackwater
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Kuttanad

Low-lying paddy and canal region known as Kerala’s rice bowl. This backwater guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Alappuzha Beach & Lighthouse, Alappuzhabeach
beach

Alappuzha Beach & Lighthouse

Town beach with old pier remains and a historic lighthouse. This beach guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Marari Beach, Alappuzhabeach
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Marari Beach

Quiet beach belt north of Alappuzha, popular for relaxed stays. This beach guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Pathiramanal Island, Alappuzhaisland
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Pathiramanal Island

Small Vembanad Lake island known for birdwatching. This island guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple, Alappuzhatemple
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Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple

Important Krishna temple famous for palpayasam and classic Kerala temple architecture. This temple guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple, Alappuzhatemple
temple

Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple

Major serpent shrine set in a sacred grove. This temple guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Punnamada Lake, Alappuzhabackwater
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Punnamada Lake

Finishing-point lake of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race and the main houseboat cruising water off Alappuzha. This backwater guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Mullakkal Temple, Alappuzhatemple
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Mullakkal Temple

Central Alappuzha town temple (Mullakkal Rajarajeswari) famous for the annual Mullackal Chirappu festival. This temple guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral, Alappuzhachurch
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral

Landmark 19th-century cathedral of the Alappuzha diocese near the town centre. This church guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Ravi Karunakaran Museum, Alappuzhamuseum
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Ravi Karunakaran Museum

Private memorial museum in Thathampally with a large collection of paintings, ivory, crystal and antiques. This museum guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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International Coir Museum, Alappuzhamuseum
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International Coir Museum

Museum on Kerala’s coir (coconut-fibre) heritage — the craft Alappuzha built its trade on. This museum guide belongs to the Alappuzha town planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Krishnapuram Palace, Alappuzhaheritage
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Krishnapuram Palace

Restored 18th-century Travancore palace at Kayamkulam, home to the huge Gajendra Moksha mural. This heritage guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Karumadikuttan, Alappuzhaheritage
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Karumadikuttan

Ancient black-granite Buddha statue at Karumadi near Ambalappuzha, a relic of Kerala’s Buddhist past. This heritage guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Champakulam, Alappuzhabackwater
backwater

Champakulam

Kuttanad village on the Pamba known for the Champakulam Moolam snake-boat race and Kalloorkad St Mary’s Basilica. This backwater guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Arthunkal Church, Alappuzhachurch
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Arthunkal Church

St Andrew’s Forane Basilica at Arthunkal, a major coastal pilgrimage church north of Alappuzha. This church guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Edathua Church, Alappuzhachurch
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Edathua Church

St George Forane Church at Edathua in Kuttanad, known for its large annual pilgrimage feast. This church guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Haripad Sree Subramanya Swamy Temple, Alappuzhatemple
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Haripad Sree Subramanya Swamy Temple

One of Kerala’s oldest Subramanya (Murugan) temples, in the south-Alappuzha town of Haripad. This temple guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Chettikulangara Devi Temple, Alappuzhatemple
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Chettikulangara Devi Temple

Major Bhagavathy temple near Mavelikkara, famous for its Kettukazhcha and Kumbha Bharani festivals. This temple guide belongs to the Haripad and Mannarasala planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Thottappally Beach, Alappuzhabeach
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Thottappally Beach

Quiet beach and spillway-harbour where the Thottappally leading channel meets the sea, south of Ambalappuzha. This beach guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Andhakaranazhi Beach, Alappuzhabeach
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Andhakaranazhi Beach

Estuary beach at the north Alappuzha coast near Cherthala where backwater meets sea. This beach guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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R Block Kuttanad, Alappuzhabackwater
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R Block Kuttanad

Iconic below-sea-level reclaimed farmland at Kainakary, ringed by bunds with the canal water sitting higher than the paddy fields. This backwater guide belongs to the Kuttanad planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Thanneermukkom Bund, Alappuzhadam
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Thanneermukkom Bund

Salt-water barrier and bridge across Vembanad Lake that keeps the sea out of Kuttanad’s paddy in the cropping season — a long causeway with lake views. This dam guide belongs to the Mararikulam planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Punnapra Vayalar Memorial, Alappuzhaheritage
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Punnapra Vayalar Memorial

Martyrs’ memorial (Rakthasakshi Mandapam) to the 1946 Punnapra-Vayalar uprising, on the coastal belt south of Alappuzha town. This heritage guide belongs to the Ambalappuzha planning base in Alappuzha, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.

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Top things to do in Alappuzha

Our editors' pick of the standout experiences, ordered by what we'd prioritise on a first visit — an honest judgement call, not a rated ranking.

1

Punnamada Lake

The wide finishing-point lake off Alappuzha — the main houseboat cruising water and the venue for the August Nehru Trophy snake-boat race.

2

Kuttanad

Kerala’s below-sea-level “rice bowl” of paddy, canals and villages — the heart of a slow houseboat or country-canoe trip.

3

Marari Beach

A calm fishing-village beach belt north of town — the place to slow down for a day or two away from the busy jetties.

4

Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple

A classic Kerala-style Krishna temple famous for its paalpayasam offering — an easy, atmospheric stop south of town.

5

Krishnapuram Palace

A restored 18th-century Travancore palace near Kayamkulam, home to the huge Gajendra Moksha mural; closed Mondays.

6

Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple

A serene serpent shrine set in a sacred grove near Haripad — unusual for being led by a priestess.

7

Champakulam

A Kuttanad river village reachable by ferry, known for the Champakulam Moolam snake-boat race and Kalloorkad basilica.

8

Pathiramanal Island

A tiny Vembanad Lake island for birdwatching — reached only by boat, a good add-on to a backwater cruise.

9

Karumadikuttan

An ancient black-granite Buddha statue at Karumadi — a quiet reminder of Kerala’s early Buddhist past.

10

Alappuzha Beach & Lighthouse

The town beach with an old sea-pier and a climbable 19th-century lighthouse — best at sunset.

11

Arthunkal Church

St Andrew’s coastal basilica north of town, thronged during the January St Sebastian’s feast (Arthunkal Perunnal).

12

International Coir Museum

A small museum on the coconut-fibre trade Alappuzha was built on — a good rainy-hour or with-kids stop; closed Mondays.

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Entry fees & timings in Alappuzha

Indicative entry fees and opening hours for the ticketed and timed places in Alappuzha. These change — always confirm with the official operator before you go.

PlaceEntry feeTimingsBest time
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna TempleFree entry (non-Hindus may not be permitted into the inner shrine; dress code applies).Indicative, confirm locally: roughly 3:30 AM-12:00 PM and 5:00 PM-8:00 PM with pooja gaps; the famous paalpayasam is offered daily.—
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja TempleFree entry (dress code applies; the sacred grove areas have their own customs).Indicative, confirm locally: roughly early-morning to mid-day and evening darshan; hours extend on Ayilyam and festival days.—
Punnamada LakeFree to view the lake; cruises charged privately; Nehru Trophy race-day requires a ticket (online/offline) with separate pricing (indicative, confirm locally).Lake open for cruises year-round; the Nehru Trophy race is a single annual day (indicative, confirm locally).—
Mullakkal TempleFree entry.Indicative, confirm locally: approximately 5:00 AM-12:00 PM and 5:00 PM-9:00 PM, with morning and evening poojas. Hours vary on festival days.—
Our Lady of Mount Carmel CathedralFree entry.Indicative, confirm locally: open daily for prayer; Mass timings approximately - weekdays 6:00 AM, 7:15 AM, 6:00 PM; Sunday 5:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM. Confirm current schedule at the parish.—
Ravi Karunakaran MuseumApprox. INR 150 per person (indicative, confirm locally).9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, all days except Mondays and public holidays (indicative, confirm locally).—
International Coir MuseumApprox. INR 20 for Indian adults, INR 10 for children, INR 100 for foreign visitors; photography ~INR 50 (indicative, confirm locally).About 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM; closed on Mondays (indicative, confirm locally).—
Krishnapuram PalaceApprox. INR 20 for adults, INR 10 for children; camera around INR 40 (indicative, confirm locally).About 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM (with a midday break ~1:00-2:00 PM); closed on Mondays and public holidays (indicative, confirm locally).—
KarumadikuttanFree (open-access heritage site).Indicative, confirm locally: open-air statue enclosure, generally accessible during daylight hours.—
ChampakulamFree to visit the village and basilica; boat/canoe rides are charged privately (indicative, confirm locally).Indicative, confirm locally: village open access; Kalloorkad St Mary's Basilica open daily for prayer.—
Arthunkal ChurchFree entry.Indicative, confirm locally: open daily for prayer and Mass; confirm current timings at the parish.—
Edathua ChurchFree entry.Indicative, confirm locally: open daily for prayer and Mass; confirm current timings at the parish.—
Haripad Sree Subramanya Swamy TempleFree entry (dress code applies).Indicative, confirm locally: roughly 4:00 AM-11:00 AM and 5:00 PM-8:00 PM with pooja gaps.—
Chettikulangara Devi TempleFree entry (dress code applies).Indicative, confirm locally: roughly 4:00 AM-12:00 PM and 5:00 PM-8:00 PM with pooja gaps.—
Thottappally BeachFree (public beach and spillway area).Indicative, confirm locally: open beach, best during daylight; sunset is a highlight.—
Andhakaranazhi BeachFree (public beach).Indicative, confirm locally: open beach, best during daylight; sunset is a highlight.—
R Block KuttanadFree (open farmland/backwater area; boat or canoe hire charged privately).Indicative, confirm locally: open-access farmland reached by water, best seen by day.—
Thanneermukkom BundFree (public causeway/bridge; open access).Indicative, confirm locally: open-access bund and bridge, best crossed by day for the lake views.—
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Top Alappuzha experiences

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Top 15 experiences in Alappuzha district

Backwater, houseboat, beach and temple experiences built from canonical Alappuzha guidebook places plus official-source houseboat, resort and booking-counter records.

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Book through the DTPC houseboat counter
Place
#1
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Book through the DTPC houseboat counter

Use the Kerala Tourism-listed DTPC counter as the safest first check for houseboat booking support, advance booking rules and current contact details.

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Spice Routes luxury houseboat cruise
Place
#2
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Spice Routes luxury houseboat cruise

A verified operator-led houseboat experience with published tariffs, check-in timing and direct phone/email evidence.

HouseboatPublished tariffsDirect booking
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Xandari Riverscapes overnight houseboat
Place
#3
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Xandari Riverscapes overnight houseboat

A sourced houseboat-stay option near Pallathuruthy for travellers who want a named operator and resort-style booking channel.

Houseboat stayPallathuruthySlow travel
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Kerala Houseboat from Finishing Point
Place
#4
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Kerala Houseboat from Finishing Point

A verified Finishing Point-side houseboat operator useful for direct booking and short-notice Alappuzha logistics.

Finishing PointHouseboatDirect contact
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Rainbow Cruises at Avalookunnu
Place
#5
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Rainbow Cruises at Avalookunnu

A sourced Avalookunnu houseboat operator for travellers comparing deluxe, premium and luxury houseboat categories.

HouseboatAvalookunnuCategory comparison
Kuttanad paddy-and-canal loop, Alappuzha#6
Alappuzha · Kuttanad

Kuttanad paddy-and-canal loop

The district’s best village-backwater experience, focused on below-sea-level paddy fields, canals and slower road/boat timing.

BackwatersPaddy fieldsVillage route
Pathiramanal Island boat stop, Alappuzha#7
Alappuzha · Kuttanad

Pathiramanal Island boat stop

A short Vembanad island and birding detour that works best when boat timing and weather fit the wider backwater route.

BirdingBoat stopVembanad
Marari Beach slow coast day, Alappuzha#8
Alappuzha · Mararikulam

Marari Beach slow coast day

A quieter beach day north of Alappuzha town, strongest for slow stays, seafood, cycling and low-pressure beach time.

BeachSlow travelFamilies
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Marari Beach Resort seaside stay
Place
#9
Alappuzha · Mararikulam

Marari Beach Resort seaside stay

A CGH Earth resort experience with direct address, phone and email evidence for travellers making Marari the overnight base.

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Abad Turtle Beach Ayurveda and beach stay
Place
#10
Alappuzha · Mararikulam

Abad Turtle Beach Ayurveda and beach stay

A sourced Mararikulam resort option for beach, pool, Ayurveda, spa and travel-desk planning.

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Punnamada resort and backwater activity base
Place
#11
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Punnamada resort and backwater activity base

A verified Punnamada resort useful for houseboat, kayaking, backwater stay and direct booking enquiries.

PunnamadaBackwater resortKayaking
Alappuzha Beach and lighthouse sunset, Alappuzha#12
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Alappuzha Beach and lighthouse sunset

A simple town-side beach and lighthouse finish when the day does not need another long boat route.

BeachLighthouseSunset
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple visit, Alappuzha#13
Alappuzha · Ambalappuzha

Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple visit

The district’s key Krishna temple stop, best used as a cultural detour between Alappuzha town, Kuttanad and the south-coast road.

TemplePaalpayasamCultural stop
Mannarasala Nagaraja temple circuit, Alappuzha#14
Alappuzha · Haripad and Mannarasala

Mannarasala Nagaraja temple circuit

A Haripad-side pilgrimage stop that should be planned around temple purpose, timing and onward road direction.

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Ramada and Finishing Point backwater base
Place
#15
Alappuzha · Alappuzha town

Ramada and Finishing Point backwater base

A verified hotel record at the Nehru Trophy finishing point, useful for room, event, dining and houseboat-adjacent planning.

Finishing PointHotel baseBackwater logistics
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District plans

2-day and 3-day plans for Alappuzha

Practical district routes built from the guidebook towns, famous places and verified local inventory. Use them as a planning frame, then confirm temple, museum, forest, sea and transport conditions before travel.

2 daysAlappuzha district in 2 days

A compact backwater-first plan using Alappuzha town for verified houseboat booking, then Kuttanad, Marari Beach and one temple or beach-lighthouse stop.

First backwater tripHouseboatsBeach add-on
Moderate, with one houseboat/backwater day and one coast-or-temple day
Day 1

Alappuzha houseboat and canal base

Base: Alappuzha town
  1. MorningDTPC houseboat counter or verified operator check

    Start with the official DTPC counter or a verified operator, then confirm exact boat class, boarding point, meals, AC hours and route before paying.

  2. Late morningPunnamada and Finishing Point area

    Use the Punnamada/Finishing Point side for boarding logistics, resort check-ins or a shorter backwater preview.

  3. AfternoonHouseboat, canoe or backwater cruise

    Choose a full houseboat cruise only after checking direct-source contacts; use verified operators such as Spice Routes, Xandari, Kerala Houseboat or Rainbow rather than unsourced street offers.

  4. EveningAlappuzha beach and lighthouse buffer

    If you are not overnighting on a houseboat, finish with the beach/lighthouse stretch and keep return transport simple.

Day 2

Kuttanad, Marari or temple circuit

Base: Kuttanad, Mararikulam or Alappuzha town
  1. MorningKuttanad canal and paddy landscape

    Use Kuttanad for the below-sea-level farming context, canals and quieter local routes rather than repeating the same houseboat loop.

  2. MiddayPathiramanal or village boat detour

    Add Pathiramanal only when boat timing, weather and route direction make sense; it is best as a short island/birding stop.

  3. AfternoonMarari Beach slow coast

    Shift to Mararikulam for a quieter beach finish and verified beach-resort stays if the trip needs a slower second night.

  4. AlternativeAmbalappuzha or Mannarasala temple stop

    Use Ambalappuzha for the Krishna temple and Mannarasala/Haripad for the Nagaraja temple only if the route direction fits your onward travel.

3 daysAlappuzha district in 3 days

A deeper Alappuzha plan with official-source houseboat booking, Kuttanad village/backwater time, Marari Beach and the district temple corridor.

Slow backwatersBeach and temple mixFamilies
Comfortable, with one full backwater day and fewer same-day transfers
Day 1

Verified houseboat or backwater stay setup

Base: Alappuzha town
  1. MorningConfirm operator, boat class and boarding point

    Use direct-source records and ask for boat class, bedroom count, AC timing, route, meals and cancellation terms before committing.

  2. AfternoonPunnamada / Finishing Point cruise window

    Keep the first day anchored near Punnamada so boarding, check-in and late arrivals do not create a road-transfer problem.

  3. EveningBackwater stay, hotel dinner or beach walk

    Use verified stays such as Ramada, Punnamada, Uday, Lake Palace or a sourced houseboat operator for the first night.

Day 2

Kuttanad and Pathiramanal slow route

Base: Kuttanad or Alappuzha town
  1. MorningKuttanad paddy-and-canal loop

    Plan this as a landscape and village-context day; it is better with fewer stops and more time on water or village roads.

  2. MiddayPathiramanal Island

    Use Pathiramanal as a controlled short boat/birding detour, not as a whole-day anchor.

  3. AfternoonAlappuzha Beach and lighthouse

    Return toward town for beach/lighthouse time if you are not staying deeper in Kuttanad or Muhamma-side backwaters.

Day 3

Marari Beach and temple corridor

Base: Mararikulam, Ambalappuzha or Haripad
  1. MorningMarari Beach

    Use Marari for a slower beach morning and verified resort stays, not as a crowded beach-hopping day.

  2. MiddayCGH Earth or Abad resort lunch/stay planning

    If staying on the coast, use direct-source resort records with explicit address and contact evidence.

  3. AfternoonAmbalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple

    Add the Krishna temple for a cultural stop south of town, especially if continuing toward Kollam or central Kerala by road.

  4. AlternativeMannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple

    Use Mannarasala as the Haripad-side alternative when pilgrimage is the priority and travel direction fits.

Read before you go

Alappuzha guides, stories & itineraries

In-depth reads for planning a Alappuzha trip.

Kettuvallam houseboat on the Kerala backwaters
Houseboat guide
Kerala houseboat guide: booking, costs & what to expect
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Calm expanse of Vembanad Lake in the Kerala backwaters
Story
Kerala Backwaters: Alleppey vs Kumarakom vs Kollam
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Tea-covered hills near Munnar on the classic Kerala route
Itinerary
A 5-Day Kerala Itinerary: Kochi, Munnar & Alleppey
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Palm-backed beach on the Kerala coast
Story
Kerala’s Best Beaches: Varkala, Kovalam, Marari, Cherai & Bekal
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Palm-fringed Kerala backwaters at golden hour
Itinerary
A 6-Day South Kerala Route: Backwaters & Beaches
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Quiet palm-backed beach at Fort Kochi, Kerala
Itinerary
A 3-Day Kerala Short Break: Kochi & the Backwaters
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Rolling tea estates in the hills of Munnar, Kerala
Itinerary
A 7-Day Kerala Itinerary: Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady & Alleppey
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Kettuvallam houseboat on the Alleppey backwaters
Alappuzha · backwaters
Alleppey houseboat guide: booking a one-night backwater cruise
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Alappuzha beach and old pier at sunset
Alappuzha · day plan
Alleppey in a day: backwaters, beach and canals without staying over
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Paddy fields and canals of Kuttanad
Alappuzha · Kuttanad
Kuttanad: Kerala’s below-sea-level rice bowl, explained
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Sunset over Marari Beach, Mararikulam
Alappuzha · beach
Marari Beach guide: Alappuzha’s quiet fishing-village coast
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Snake boats racing at the Nehru Trophy on Punnamada Lake
Alappuzha · festivals
Alappuzha’s snake-boat races: when and where to see them
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Houseboats on Vembanad Lake near Alleppey
Alappuzha · day trips
What to see near Alleppey: day trips beyond the backwaters
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Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja serpent temple, Alappuzha
Alappuzha · folklore
Mannarasala: the forest temple of a hundred thousand serpents
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Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna temple, Alappuzha
Alappuzha · folklore
Ambalappuzha and the legend of the payasam
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The Chettikulangara Devi temple near Mavelikkara, Alappuzha
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Chettikulangara Kettukazhcha: the hundred-foot chariots of Kumbha Bharani
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Arthunkal St Andrew’s Basilica on the Alappuzha coast
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Arthunkal: the church where Ayyappa’s pilgrims come to pray
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The St George church at Edathua, on the Pamba in Kuttanad, Alappuzha
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Edathua: the church people bring the troubled mind to
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The Haripad Sree Subrahmanya Swamy temple, Alappuzha
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Haripad: the god found in a whirlpool
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The Mullakkal Rajarajeswari temple, Alappuzha
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Mullakkal: the goddess who would not leave the jasmine garden
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Don't miss

Major attractions in Alappuzha

Top-rated sights across Alleppey.

Alleppey Backwaters
Alleppey Backwaters
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Ravi Karunakaran Museum
Ravi Karunakaran Museum
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Mullakkal Temple
Mullakkal Temple
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral
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Global Peace Palace
Global Peace Palace
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Kalarcode Mahadeva Temple
Kalarcode Mahadeva Temple
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Alappuzha Beach
Alappuzha Beach
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Amman Kovil
Amman Kovil
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Getting there

How to reach Alappuzha

Nearest airportCochin (COK), ~85 km
Rail gatewayAlappuzha (coastal line)
District HQAlappuzha
LandscapeBackwaters & coastal Kuttanad

Alappuzha is known for The Alleppey backwaters, houseboats and the Nehru Trophy Boat Race.

Houseboat cruisesAlleppey Beach & pierKuttanad — farming below sea level

By road from major cities

Approximate driving distance to Alappuzha. Ghat roads and traffic make real journey times vary a lot — allow extra, and confirm your route before travel.

Kochi55 km
Thiruvananthapuram154 km
Kozhikode226 km
Coimbatore235 km
Madurai281 km
Mysuru394 km

Getting around locally

Autos, app-cabs, state buses and trains cover Alappuzha. These are the apps worth installing before you go — fares and availability vary by town.

IRCTC Rail Connect official / fair-fare
Trains · official

The official Indian Railways app — book reserved train tickets, check PNR status and live running along Kerala’s coastal line.

  • Official IRCTC booking
  • PNR, live status & seat availability
  • Covers the whole coastal corridor
  • Account + OTP setup needed
  • Tatkal quick-book fills within minutes
Android iOS
Ente KSRTC Neo-oprs official / fair-fare
State buses · official

Kerala’s government bus-reservation app (KSRTC SWIFT) for advance booking on long-distance and interstate KSRTC services.

  • Official Govt of Kerala KSRTC app
  • Advance seat reservation
  • PNR & cancellation
  • Ordinary/local buses aren’t reservable — just board and pay onboard
Android iOS
redBus
Buses · booking

India’s biggest bus-ticketing platform — book seats on KSRTC and private operators for routes across Kerala and interstate journeys.

  • Huge network of KSRTC + private operators
  • Seat selection and live tracking on many services
  • Widely used and reliable
  • Ordinary/local town buses aren’t listed — board and pay onboard for those
Android
Uber
Cabs

The familiar ride-hailing app for metered cabs across Kochi, with upfront pricing.

  • Upfront fare, no haggling
  • Works 24×7, English app
  • Easy for airport and longer city trips
  • Pickups can be slow inside the narrow Fort Kochi lanes
  • Surge pricing at peak times
Android iOS
Ola
Autos & cabs

India’s home-grown app — and crucially it has Ola Auto, so you can book a metered rickshaw, not just a cab.

  • Books autos (Ola Auto) as well as cabs
  • Wide driver coverage in the city
  • Upfront fares
  • Surge and occasional cancellations at busy times
Android iOS
Rapido
Bike, auto & cab

Best known for cheap bike taxis, Rapido also books autos and cabs and runs a “Bike-Metro” feeder to Kochi Metro stations.

  • Cheapest option for quick solo hops
  • Also does autos and cabs
  • Bike feeder to/from Metro stations
  • Smaller cab fleet than Uber/Ola

Rapido’s bike-taxi service has faced union opposition and legal disputes in Kerala (2026), so bike-taxi availability can be disrupted. Its auto and cab bookings are unaffected.

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Namma Yatri official / fair-fare
Autos & cabs · zero-commission

A zero-commission auto and cab app — drivers keep 100% of the fare, which often means a lower price for you.

  • Drivers keep the full fare; often cheaper
  • Direct UPI payment
  • No surge gimmicks
  • Smaller driver pool than Uber/Ola — wait can be longer off-peak
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Yatri (Open Kochi) official / fair-fare
Autos & cabs · Kochi-built

Kochi’s own open-mobility auto and cab app, built with the local auto unions on a zero-commission model.

  • Made for Kochi; fair, transparent fares
  • Supports local drivers directly
  • Coverage and availability vary by area and time
Android iOS
Kerala Savaari official / fair-fare
Autos & cabs · govt-backed

Kerala’s government-backed community ride app for autos and cabs, with regulated, transparent fares.

  • Official Kerala Motor Vehicles Dept backing
  • Transparent, regulated fares
  • Newer service — driver supply is still thinner
Android iOS
Kochi1 (KMRL + Axis Bank) official / fair-fare
Metro & Water Metro

The official Kochi Metro app: buy QR tickets for the Metro and Water Metro, and manage the Kochi1 travel card.

  • One app for Metro + Water Metro QR tickets
  • 20% off fares with the Kochi1 card
  • Official KMRL app
  • Transit only — does not book autos or cabs
Android iOS
Zoomcar
Self-drive cars · rental

India’s largest self-drive car-hire platform — rent a hatchback, sedan or SUV by the hour, day or week and drive it yourself.

  • Widest South-India coverage — Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai
  • Hourly to weekly hire with unlimited-kilometre options
  • Doorstep delivery in many cities
  • Peer-to-peer, so car condition varies by host
  • Check the security-deposit and fuel policy before booking
Android iOS
MyChoize
Self-drive cars · rental

ORIX-owned self-drive car rental with a company-managed fleet, unlimited-kilometre packages and doorstep delivery.

  • Professionally managed fleet — more consistent than peer-to-peer
  • Unlimited-kilometre plans and home delivery
  • Covers Kochi and Chennai
  • Fewer cities than Zoomcar
Android iOS
Royal Brothers
Bike & scooter · rental

South India’s largest two-wheeler rental — hire a scooter or motorcycle (including Royal Enfields) and ride it yourself.

  • Strong branch network across Kerala and Tamil Nadu
  • From Activa scooters to Royal Enfields
  • Hourly, daily and monthly plans, some inter-city drops
  • Deposit and licence verification needed at pick-up
  • Popular models sell out in peak season
Android iOS
ONN Bikes
Bike & scooter · rental

App-based two-wheeler rental with hourly, daily and monthly scooter and bike hire from neighbourhood pick-up points.

  • Cheap hourly and long-term plans
  • Fully digital licence upload and booking
  • Network is thin outside Kochi — check local stock first

Core cities are Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune; in Kerala availability is largely limited to Kochi, so confirm stock before relying on it.

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Stay safe

Emergency numbers

Save these before you travel in Alappuzha. The national and Kerala-wide lines work everywhere in the district.

112All emergencies (police · fire · medical)100Police108Ambulance (emergency / EMS)1363Tourist helpline (India, 24×7, multilingual)1515Pink Police Patrol (women & child safety)1800-425-4747Kerala Tourism helpline (toll-free)1070State disaster control room (KSEOC)

Local lines in Alappuzha

+91 477 2239326Alappuzha District Police control+91 477 2239343Alappuzha South Police Station (town)+91 477 2296100Thottapally Coastal Police (beach & backwaters)+91 477 2253324General Hospital, Alappuzha
What it costs

Daily budget for Alappuzha

A quick estimate using typical Kerala daily costs. Off-season (monsoon) can cut accommodation 30–60%. Excludes flights and big-ticket experiences.

Trip budget estimator
Estimated total₹35,000 – ₹55,000

Mid-range: comfortable hotels, some private transport, mix of dining.

Rough estimate for stays, food, local transport & sightseeing — excludes international flights. Off-season (monsoon) can cut accommodation 30–60%.

Good to know

Alappuzha — frequently asked questions

How do I reach Alappuzha?

For Alappuzha, the nearest airport is Cochin (COK), ~85 km, and the rail gateway is Alappuzha (coastal line). The district headquarters is Alappuzha.

What is Alappuzha known for?

Alappuzha is known for The Alleppey backwaters, houseboats and the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. Highlights include Houseboat cruises, Alleppey Beach & pier, Kuttanad — farming below sea level.

What are the top places to visit in Alappuzha?

Popular places in Alappuzha include Alappuzha / Alleppey town, Kuttanad, Alappuzha Beach & Lighthouse, Marari Beach, Pathiramanal Island, and more — see the full guidebook list on this page.

How many days do you need in Alappuzha?

Two to three days covers the highlights of Alappuzha at a comfortable pace. We have ready-made 2-day and 3-day plans for it on this page.

When is the best time to visit Alappuzha?

October to March is the driest and most comfortable season across Kerala, including Alappuzha. The June–September monsoon is lush and green but wet, and often brings lower low-season prices.

Plan your trip

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