Explore attractions in Alappuzha, with local highlights and useful ideas for planning a visit.
Kerala offers more than one kind of getaway. Browse beaches, hill stations, backwaters, wildlife, temples, heritage sites, museums, festivals, churches, and mosques to build an itinerary around the places and experiences you enjoy most. This guide focuses on attractions in Alappuzha, with local listings to help you plan your visit.
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Alappuzha Beach, in Alappuzha (also known as Alleppey), Kerala, is a popular picnic spot on the Arabian Sea coast. Its palm-fringed shoreline and golden sands draw visitors for beach walks and sunset views. The historic Alappuzha Pier extends into the sea; Kerala Tourism describes it as over 140 years old. The nearby lighthouse is another landmark associated with the town's maritime history. Vijaya Beach Park is a family-friendly attraction near the beach, with a children's play area, toy train, bikes, and boating facilities. Kerala Tourism lists the New Year celebration, Sand Art Fest, and Beach Fest among the events associated with the beach. You can stroll along the shore, visit the pier, or enjoy the sea views. Alappuzha is also known for its houseboat cruises through a network of canals, rivers, lakes, and inlets, fringed by coconut palms, paddy fields, and villages. A visit to the beach can be paired with a backwater cruise, making it a worthwhile stop for travelers exploring Kerala's coastal town of Alleppey.
Main Juma Masjid in Alappuzha city, the Venice of the East, serving as the central place of worship for the Muslim community with beautiful architecture near the backwaters.
The Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships lists Alappuzha Lighthouse as a lighthouse in Alappuzha, Kerala.
Central Bhagavathy temple in Alappuzha town, famous for its cultural significance and traditional Kerala temple festivals.
Kerala Tourism describes Alappuzha as a backwater destination with canals and houseboat cruises.
Important Vishnu temple dedicated to Padmanabhaswamy, known for traditional Vishnu worship and annual religious festivities.
Important Ayyappa temple known for Dharma Sastha worship and traditional pilgrimage practices attracting devotees during Sabarimala season.
Ambalapuzha Arattu is an annual ten-day festival at Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple, culminating in the Arattu procession.
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple is dedicated to Krishna as Parthasarathi and is associated with its Palpayasam offering.
Historic Mahadeva temple in the coastal town of Aroor, famous for seafood blessing rituals and fishermen community devotion.
Alappuzha District Administration lists Arthunkal Beach as a ward in its Cherthala South records.
Kerala Tourism identifies the Arthunkal site as St. Andrew’s Basilica and documents the annual St. Sebastian feast.
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