Travel guide for Alappuzha

Alappuzha is known as Venice of the East. It is a place of backwater and sea. A small town surrounded by Arabian sea and backwaters. Alappuzha beach is one of the best beach to swim. Its waves will definitely make you happy. Another attraction is backwater cruise. We call it as Kettu-Vallam. It is a wooden boat with bedrooms, living area and kitchen. You can hire it for either day cruise or for overnight stay.

Alappuzha beach
Alappuzha beach

Here are some practical suggestions:-

  • If you rent a houseboat, please book with some reputed companies. You can find many unauthorized local booking agents, But it is better to try with a reputed travel agency.
  • Houseboat
    Houseboat at Alappuzha lake

  • If you stay in a nearby hotel, it is better for you to book day-cruise. But you must discuss with them how many hours will be the cruise trip and how many hours the boat runs! (it is a practice for them to station the boat for a long time for breakfast and lunch to reduce the fuel consumption). So please discuss it before your booking to avoid the inconvenience.
  • Give your food choice while booking. If you do not like spicy foods, please inform them before preparing your food (Indian foods are mostly spicy!).
  • If you wish to go to the beach, around 3pm is good time. You can see a wonderful sunset and enjoy swimming. But be careful of the waves!
  • The fish 'Karimeen' (green chromide - pearlspot cichlid) is known as the State Fish of Kerala. Do not forget to taste it before you leave.
  • Karimeen
    Alappuzha Karimeen

  • Please book your room before you arrival.

Alappuzha District

Alappuzha Boating
Alappuzha boating

Pathiramanal

You can visit Pathiramanal- a small Island located in the middle of the lake which give you 360 degree view of the Kuttanadan area.

Thanneermukkom Bund

Thanneermukkom Bund
Thanneermukkom Bund

Thanneermukkom Bund is an artificial dam which separate the freshwater of Vembanadu lake from the salt water. It protects the kuttandan area from the tidal action.

Arthumkal Church

Arthumkal church is a famous christian pilgrim center located near Arthumkal beach of Alappuzha district.

Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swami Temple

Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swami Temple
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swami Temple

Other 10 Major Tourist Places in the Alappuzha District are listed below

  1. Andhakaranazhi Harbour
  2. Mararikulam Beach
  3. Kuttanadu
  4. Krishnapuram Palace
  5. Thottappally Beach
  6. Punnamada Lake
  7. Thakazhi Memorial Museum
  8. Karumadikuttan (Buddha Statue)
  9. Mannarasala Temple
  10. St. George Forane Church- Edathua

Hotel Booking at Alappy (Alappuzha)

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Attractions & Amenities

Beach

Backwaters

Houseboat Cruise Trips

Swimming

Ayurvedic Spa

Homestays

Bar Available

Taxi Available

Train station

HOUSEBOAT BOOKING AT KUMARAKOM

Sivaganga houseboat

Aqua Castle Houseboat

Max Guest: 4 Adults

Flexible fare

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Soma Houseboat

Soma Houseboat

Max Guest: 4 Adults

Free cancellation

Review Score 7.7

Angel Queen Houseboats

Angel Queen Houseboats

Max Guest: 6 Adults

Flexible booking

Review Score 8.8

Special Hotel deals at Alappuzha

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It is a wonderful place to visit.

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