Kerala in March - Places to Visit in Kerala in March 2024

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God’s Own Country, Kerala is one such destination that you would enjoy witnessing and celebrate the vacations to the fullest. It attracts a lot of globetrotters every year; the destination offers backwaters, commercial cities, quaint hamlets and much more for the people who love nature.

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Apart from being one of the best places to visit in Kerala in March which is filled with rich culture and heritage coupled with some of the best destinations in here that welcomes people across the globe. Most of the metro cities pale in comparison of Kerala in terms of beauty. We have run down some of the best places of Kerala that you can visit in March and enjoy to the fullest.

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7 Best Places to Visit in Kerala During March 2024

Alleppey
Munnar
Kumarakom
Wayanad
Thekkady
Kovalam
Varkala
Kannaur

Alleppey

Alleppey is one of the best places to visit in Kerala in March and also offers backwater trips, houseboat stays, and serene beauty attracts a fair number of people to its territory. In fact, it is the most popular place to experience some offbeat Kerala backwaters. According to Lord Curzon, Alleppey is Venice of the East that offers a lot of mesmerizing views to the tourists. The fascination of Keralites with coconut and banana leaves in their food will prove to be a good experiment for you if you have never had it before. The cobbled pathways and cleaner roads comparatively will take you on an old-world tour.

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Places To Stay: Ramada By Wyndham Alleppey, Tharavadu Heritage, Bamboo Lagoon, Treebo Tryst Palmyra Grand Suite
Things To Do: Shopping: Buy Souvenirs For Your Loved One, Nightwalk: Gear Up For A Crazy Campfire, Temples: Indulge In Spiritualism, Beaches: Watch The Sun Go Down
Ideal Duration: 1 Night/2 Days
Popular Tourist Attractions: Alappuzha Beach,Krishnapuram Palace, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Marari Beach, Revi Karunakaran Museum, Marari Beach, Punnamada Lake, Pathiramanal, and Sri Krishna Temple in Ambalappuzha. The Snake Boat Race in Alleppey is another crowd puller.
Best Time To Visit: September to mid-May
Nearest Airport: Kochi Airport, which is 53 km away from the city.
Nearest Railway Station: Alleppey Railway Station; it is well within the city limits.

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Munnar

A very popular one, Munnar is also one of the sought-after destinations in Kerala. It is said to be the perfect hill station in Kerala that offers serenity and peace to the globetrotters. Once the summer capital of British, Munnar attracts a lot of people every single year across the globe. Offering the perfect 80,000 miles of tea plantations, misty valleys and low-flying clouds, Munnar is one of the best hill stations and perfect destination for honeymooners.

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Places To Stay: Chandy’s Windy Woods, Pallivasal, The Panoramic Getaway, Forest Glade, Devonshire Greens
Things To Do: Plantation Resort, Kolukkumalai – Tea Estate Tours, Echo Point – Camping And Trekking, Eravikulam National Park – Spot Rare Species
Ideal Duration: 2 Nights/3 Days
Popular Tourist Attractions: TATA Tea Museum, Meesapulimala, Blossom Park, Pothamedu ViewPoint, Life of Pi Church, Attukal Waterfalls, Cheeyappara Waterfalls, Top Station, Marayoor Dolmens, Indo Swiss Dairy Farm, Kundala Lake, Lockhart Gap, Mattupetty Dam, Anamudi, and Eravikulam National Park
Best Time To Visit: October to March
Nearest Airport: Kochi Airport, at a mere distance of 143 km from the hill station.
Nearest Railway Station: Aluva Railway Station, which is 110 km away from Munnar.

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Kumarakom

Kumarakom near Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is quiet little hamlet with alluring scenes, pleasant weather and exotic flora and fauna making it a holistic place in Kerala. You get a mix of everything here-backwaters, authentic Kerala cuisine, fresh air, the warmth of the place is what you get here.

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Kumarakom holds a special spot in the list of best of Kerala’s sightseeing places. Also, Kumarakom’s houseboat stay offers a lot more solitude and privacy as compared to Alleppey. Even the resorts in Kumarakom are exceptionally serene and mesmerizing.

Places To Stay: Hotel Green Fields, Hotel The Club, Royal Riviera Hotel And Resort, Lakshmi Hotel And Resort, Hotel Dubai
Things To Do: Houseboat Ride, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Watch The Birds, Maya Spa, Invigorate With Aromas Of Ayurveda, Kathakali Performance
Ideal Duration: 1 Night/2 Days
Popular Tourist Attractions: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Backwaters, Aruvikkuzhi waterfall, Juma Masjid, Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, Vembanad Lake, Bay Island Driftwood Museum, Valiyapally, Cheriyapally, Kumarakom Beach, and Pathiramal Island.
Best Time To Visit: September to May
Nearest Airport: Kochi Airport is 85 km away from Kumarakom.
Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam Railway Station is 16 km away.

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Wayanad

Wayanad means the land of paddy fields in Malayalam. Said to be one of the greenest tourist places in Kerala, Wayanad offers a lot of people the perfect rich culture and other things; it is a mix of nature and man-made heritage. After all, the place is famous for its richness in cultures, traditions and tribal heritage.

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Places To Stay: Arayal, Banasura Hill, Wayanad Wild – CGH Earth, Mount Xanadu
Things To Do: Kuruva Island: Enjoy Bamboo Rafting, Pookode Lake: Enjoy Boating, Camping: When The Hills Summon You, Cycling: Go Around Town
Ideal Duration: 1 Night/2 Days
Popular Tourist Attractions: Besides top Wayand tourist places, there are Thusharagiri Waterfalls, Thirunelli Temple, Banasura Hill, Lakkidi View Point, P Kuruvadweep, Puliyarmala Jain Temple, Kabini, Papanashini River, and Padinjarathara Dam.
Best Time to Visit: October to May; adventure enthusiasts should visit during the monsoon months of July and August to enjoy the perks of trekking and other adventure activities.
Nearest Airport: Karipur International Airport at Calicut is just 95 km away.
Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station, which is 72 km away from Wayanad.

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Thekkady

Thekkady is simply a heaven in the thick forests and wild vegetation. What makes it an amazing thing is that it also offers quiet a lot of sightseeing to the tourists? You get to explore the extinct animals like Tigers, Sambars, Gaurs, and lion-tailed macaques. It is also one of the best places to visit in Kerala in March. Thekkady boasts of abundant beauty and exotic wildlife. It also has plethora of activities for the adventure junkies like trekking, paragliding and much more.

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Places To Stay: The Elephant Court , Paradisa Plantation Retreat, The Mountain Courtyard, Forest Canopy, Poetree Sarovar Portico
Things To Do: Thekkady Boating Tours, Bamboo Rafting & Hiking in Thekkady, Border Hiking, Jungle Night Patrol
Ideal Duration: 1 Day
Popular Tourist Attractions: Besides the top places to visit in Thekkady, there are Periyar Lake, Kadathanadan Kalari Centre, Elephant Junction, Deepa World Spice, and Ayurvedic Garden, Kumily, Ramakkalmedu, Mullaperiyar Dam, Periyar Tiger Trail, Mudra Cultural Centre, Vandiperiyar, Chellarkovil, Murikkady, and Vandanmedu.
Best Time To Visit: November to early-May
Nearest Airport: Madurai Airport is just 136 km away.
Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam Railway Station is 114 km away.

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Kovalam

Kovalam is famous for romantic beaches, so if you are someone who just got married and is looking for a perfect honeymoon destination then Kovalam is the one for you. Apart from this, you guys can opt for deep strong massages, Ayurvedic treatments, sunbathing fests and water sports activities to your special time a kick. People from different countries come and visit this place as it offers them solace and peace.

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Places To Stay: Hotel Jasmine Palace Kovalam, Hotel Samudra KTDC, Jumayira Residency, Kovalam Beach Hotel, Unwind Hotels And Resorts
Things To Do: Take a sightseeing tour – An excursion to discover the town, Spend a night in the houseboat, Give adventure sports a shot
Ideal Duration: 1 Night/2 Days
Popular Tourist Attractions: Lighthouse Beach, The Lighthouse, Samudra Beach, Thiruvallam Parasurama Temple, Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Halcyon Castle, Akkulam Lake, Vizhinjam Fishing Harbor, Kovalam Jama Masjid, Vellayani Lake, Karamana River, Aruvikkara, Rock Cut Caves, and Valiathura Pier.
Best Time To Visit: September to May
Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport is mere 15 km away.
Nearest Railway Station: Trivandrum Railway Station is just 14 km away.

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Varkala

Varkala is also in Kerala and this place is an offbeat destination here as not a lot of people know about this place. The enticing coastline with cliffs on one side and lush greenery on the other attracts a lot of people. It is a spot for all the adventure junkies and you can try your hands o several activities like boat riding, surfing, parasailing, jetting, and horse-riding. The unmatched beauty of the beach is unimaginable and up to the mark.

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Places To Stay: Zostel Varkala, Quality Inn, Varkala Cliff Villa, The Lost Hostel, Short Giraffe Hostels
Things To Do: Water Sports: Be Thrilled, Varkala Culture Center: For An Enriching Experience, Yoga: Rejuvenate Yourself, Local Cuisine: Treat Your Tastebuds
Ideal Duration: 1 Night/2 Days
Popular Tourist Attractions: Varkala Beach, Janardhan Temple, Sivagiri Muth, Kappil Lake, Papanasam Beach, Janardan Swami Temple, Vishnu Temple, Anjengo Fort, Sarkara Devi Temple, Varkala Tunnel, and Kaduvayil Thangal Dargah.
Best Time To Visit: August to mid-May
Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport is 53 km away.
Nearest Railway Station: Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station is well within the city limits.

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Kannaur

Kannaur formerly known as Cannanore is another beautiful place to visit in Kerala in March. The weather at that time is pleasant. It is basically popular for the weaving industries. Feel the charm of this beautiful colonial town, nestled at the north eastern coast of Kerala with its sun-kissed beaches bordered by luxuriant cashew plantations and ancient temples.

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Places To Stay: Hotel Blue Nile, Central Avenue, Broad Bean, Sea Breeze Beach Inn, Royal Omars
Things To Do: Banana Boat Ride, Paithalmala Trekking, Bike Trip, Wave Runner, Boating
Ideal Duration: 1 Day
Popular Tourist Attractions: Ezhimala Beach, Fort St. Angelos, Tellicherry Fort and Rajarajeshwara Temple
Best Time To Visit: October to March to enjoy a cool climate.
Nearest Airport: Calicut International Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Kannur Main

So, what are you thinking? Pack your bags and try out these places to visit in Kerala in March to make your Kerala vacations even more alluring.

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