Things to Do in Varkala
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Varkala Beach
#1 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 6113 times in trip plans
Outdoors, Beach, Food And Drinks, Restaurant, Entertainment, Family And Kids, Ga...
Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695141
N/A 24-hrsDetailsPristine beach with sparkling blue water, that’s Varkala beach for you! One of the major tourist attractions in Varkala, Kerala, the Varkala beach is a spot you should head to if you want to spend some calm and quaint time. Moreover, there are lifeguards on the beach for the safety of tourists. There are many restaurants and food stalls for s...Read more about Varkala Beach -
Vishnu Temple
#2 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 1008 times in trip plans
Religious Site, Temple, Family And Kids
Varkala, Kerala 695141
N/A 04:00 am - 08:00 pmDetailsIf you’re religious enough and love to explore religions and mythologies, then Janardhana Swami Temple will surely suit your taste. Built way back in 12th century, this structure still stands tall and is a prime tourist attraction in Varkala. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple has a lot of importance attached to it as many after death ritua...Read more about Vishnu Temple -
Kappil Beach And Lake
#3 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 3043 times in trip plans
Beach, Family And Kids, Lake
Kappil Beach, Kerala
N/A 24-hrsDetailsLocated just 6 kilometres from the Varkala town, lies Kappil Beach and Lake. Both the lake and beach are scenic and also crowd’s favourites. The beach is the point where the Kappil lake meets the Arabian sea. This point is one of the unique places in Kerala where you can actually see the difference between lake water and seawater. Make sure y...Read more about Kappil Beach And Lake -
Papanasam Beach
#4 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 3361 times in trip plans
Beach, Walking Area, Family And Kids
Varkala, Kerala 695141
N/A 24-hrsDetailsAnother popular beach in Varkala, the Papanasam beach is also a famous beach in which Hindu death rituals are performed. This one’s beauty enhances when the sun sets and there is cool breeze. You can also spot many food stalls selling different delicacies. Overall, a perfect place to enjoy some quality time with your family and friends. Cool ...Read more about Papanasam Beach -
Sivagiri
#5 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 5887 times in trip plans
Religious Site, Temple, Family And Kids
Sivagiri Rd, Varkala, Kerala 695145
N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 amIf you want to switch off from the hustle and bustle of your normal life and want to be at peace, then Sivagiri is the right place. Dedicated to Shree Narayan Guru, Sivagiri Ashram also has open halls for meditation. Many foreigners visit this ashram, every year in huge numbers. Moreover, if you’re bored of eating the same mainstream hotel me...Read more about Sivagiri -
Anchuthengu And Anjengo Fort
#6 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 2043 times in trip plans
Historical Site, Family And Kids, Fort
Anchuthengu, Kerala 695309
N/A 09:00 am - 05:00 pmDetailsIf you’re into history, then Anjengo fort is a place where you can spend a couple of hours unraveling the good old time. Once an important site for the British Empire, the fort, today stands tall. The fort is clean, well maintained and is a must visit place, when in Varkala. With some great view and trees surrounding the fort, the place will ...Read more about Anchuthengu And Anjengo Fort -
Ponnumthuruthu Island
#7 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 1698 times in trip plans
Outdoors, Island, Family And Kids
Panayil Kadavu Road, Vakkom, Kerala 695312
N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 amLove photography? Want to explore the unexplored? Want to visit a place which is no less than a hidden gem? Well, Ponnumthuruthu Island will satisfy all such craving of yours. The location is great, hence some great pictures. Also, it is little away from the main town, hence a lesser known destination. If you love bird watching, then the island is ...Read more about Ponnumthuruthu Island -
Varkala Lighthouse
#8 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 263 times in trip plans
Light House, View Point, Family And Kids
Anchuthengu, Kerala 695309
N/A 03:00 pm - 05:00 pmDetailsBeach is fine, but if there is a lighthouse, the uniqueness of that particular beach reaches new heights. Climb up some 250 odd stairs and get bowled over by the stunning panoramic view of the humongous Arabian Sea and Kerala’s stunning landscape. Also, make sure that you reach here right on time as the place is open for just couple of hours ...Read more about Varkala Lighthouse -
Varkala Aquarium
#9 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 1444 times in trip plans
Aquarium, Family And Kids
Varkala, Kerala 695311
30 INR 09:30 am - 07:00 pmDetailsAre kids travelling with you to Varkala? Are you wondering what exactly are the attractions specifically for kids, then no worries! Varkala Aquarium in Varkala is a perfect place to go on a date with your kids. Your kids will get to know more about the aquatic creatures and you all will have a gala time. Not just kids, but even adults can enjoy vis...Read more about Varkala Aquarium -
Cafe Del Mar
#10 of 10 Things to do in Varkala | Added 2653 times in trip plans
Near North Cliff, Varkala, Kerala
N/A 07:00 am - 11:00 pmDetailsIts quite under rated as it should be among top 5 restaurants/cafes in Varkala. Food is very nice, so is service. Decent Choice for Vegetarians, nice coffee. They normally play nice music and has one of the best environment. It gives u feel of nice italian cafe rather than a shady goan shack.Read more about Cafe Del Mar
