1. Munnar

  • Attractions: Tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Anamudi Peak, and Top Station.
  • Best for: Hill station experience, trekking, wildlife, and photography.

2. Alleppey (Alappuzha)

  • Attractions: Backwaters, houseboat cruises, Alappuzha Beach, and Mullakkal Temple.
  • Best for: Houseboat stays, backwater cruises, and relaxation.

3. Kumarakom

  • Attractions: Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, and traditional houseboats.
  • Best for: Bird watching, backwater experiences, and tranquil retreats.

4. Thekkady

  • Attractions: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Periyar Lake, spice plantations, and bamboo rafting.
  • Best for: Wildlife safaris, spice tours, and trekking.

5. Kochi (Cochin)

  • Attractions: Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Marine Drive, and St. Francis Church.
  • Best for: Heritage, cultural tours, and city life.

6. Wayanad

  • Attractions: Edakkal Caves, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Banasura Sagar Dam, and Soochipara Waterfalls.
  • Best for: Adventure activities, trekking, and wildlife.

7. Kovalam

  • Attractions: Kovalam Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Samudra Beach, and Vellayani Lake.
  • Best for: Beach vacations, surfing, and sunbathing.

8. Varkala

  • Attractions: Varkala Beach, Janardanaswamy Temple, and Sivagiri Mutt.
  • Best for: Cliffside beaches, wellness retreats, and spiritual tourism.

9. Thrissur

  • Attractions: Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur Zoo, and Shakthan Thampuran Palace.
  • Best for: Cultural festivals, temples, and historical sites.

10. Athirappilly Waterfalls

  • Attractions: The largest waterfall in Kerala, Vazhachal Waterfalls nearby.
  • Best for: Nature lovers and photography.

11. Vagamon

  • Attractions: Pine forests, meadows, Vagamon Falls, and Kurisumala.
  • Best for: Offbeat hill station, trekking, and nature.

12. Ponmudi

  • Attractions: Golden Valley, Meenmutty Falls, tea gardens, and Ponmudi Hill.
  • Best for: Scenic drives, nature walks, and hiking.

13. Bekal

  • Attractions: Bekal Fort, Bekal Beach, and Chandragiri Fort.
  • Best for: Historical forts and coastal views.

14. Kannur

  • Attractions: Payyambalam Beach, St. Angelo’s Fort, and Theyyam performances.
  • Best for: Cultural experiences, forts, and beaches.

15. Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)

  • Attractions: Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, and Kovalam Beach.
  • Best for: Historical temples, museums, and beaches.

16. Kollam

  • Attractions: Ashtamudi Lake, Thangassery Lighthouse, and Palaruvi Waterfalls.
  • Best for: Backwaters, lakes, and historical monuments.

17. Palakkad

  • Attractions: Palakkad Fort, Silent Valley National Park, and Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Best for: History, nature, and wildlife.

18. Kasaragod

  • Attractions: Bekal Fort, Ananthapura Lake Temple, and Ranipuram Hills.
  • Best for: Forts, temples, and natural beauty.

19. Guruvayur

  • Attractions: Guruvayur Temple, Mammiyur Mahadeva Temple, and Punnathurkotta Elephant Sanctuary.
  • Best for: Spiritual tourism and elephant watching.

20. Marari

  • Attractions: Marari Beach, nearby Alleppey backwaters.
  • Best for: Quiet beach holidays and luxury resorts.

21. Poovar

  • Attractions: Poovar Beach, Golden Sand Beach, and Neyyar River.
  • Best for: Coastal beauty, river cruises, and tranquility.

22. Idukki

  • Attractions: Idukki Arch Dam, Hill View Park, and Meesapulimala.
  • Best for: Hill station vibes, nature walks, and dams.

23. Kuttanad

  • Attractions: Paddy fields, backwater tours, and farming culture.
  • Best for: Rural Kerala experience, houseboat cruises, and agriculture tourism.

24. Malappuram

  • Attractions: Kottakkunnu, Nilambur Teak Museum, and Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary.
  • Best for: History, bird watching, and forest tourism.

25. Pathanamthitta

  • Attractions: Sabarimala Temple, Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls, and Aranmula.
  • Best for: Pilgrimage and natural beauty.

26. Nilambur

  • Attractions: Teak plantations, Adyanpara Waterfalls, and Nilambur Kovilakam.
  • Best for: Forest tourism and heritage.

27. Peermade

  • Attractions: Tea gardens, waterfalls, and trekking trails.
  • Best for: Offbeat hill station experience.

28. Cherai Beach

  • Attractions: Backwaters, Chinese fishing nets, and dolphin sightings.
  • Best for: Coastal holidays and peaceful retreats.

29. Thenmala

  • Attractions: Thenmala Ecotourism, Palaruvi Waterfalls, and adventure sports.
  • Best for: Ecotourism and adventure activities.

30. Silent Valley National Park

  • Attractions: Endangered species, rich biodiversity, and dense forests.
  • Best for: Wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Kerala’s diverse landscape offers something for everyone, from backwaters and beaches to mountains and wildlife sanctuaries, making it a perfect destination for travelers of all kinds.