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Stunning sunset at Varkala Beach, Kerala, where golden sands, rocky shores, and lush greenery meet the tranquil Arabian Sea

Places To Visit In Varkala

Varkala is a beautiful coastal town in Kerala, India, known for its stunning cliffs, pristine beaches, and spiritual significance

Tourism in Varkala

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Places To Visit In Varkala

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Varkala is a gorgeous little town in Kerala known for its pristine natural beauty and immeasurable cultural heritage. This coastal town is often overlooked in favour of tourist hotspots like Wayanad and Kochi, but Varkala has an irresistible charm of its own. From one of the most scenic beaches in Kerala to millennia-old temples, lakes, backwaters, and forts, there are numerous fantastic places to visit in Varkala that will surprise and delight you. If you wish to experience Kerala in its entire beauty, Varkala is a place that you should not miss.

Tourist Places In Varkala

Let us help you choose the best places to visit in Varkala, Kerala. The golden beaches, gentle winds, and rocky cliffs make a perfect slice of paradise.

Varkala Beach

Varkala Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Kerala and the entire country. It is bordered by striking cliffs lined with palm trees on one side and the great deep blue on the other. It is one of the best places to see in Varkala. You can try water sports, watch a mesmerising sunset over the Arabian Sea, sunbathe, and relax.

Location: Varkala Municipality, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala

Timings: Open 24 hours

Kappil Lake

Kappil Lake is one of the most eye-soothing and aesthetically pleasing places to visit in Varkala. An oasis of emerald, pine, teal, and sea-weed green, you’ll find hundreds of shades of greens and blue around you. The coconut groves and the placid water of the lake form a serene ambient atmosphere. Rent a boat and explore the picturesque waterway for a transcendental experience.

Location: 5 km north of Varkala Town, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Timings: Boat ride timings 10 am - 6 pm

Ponnumthuruthu Island

Also known as the Golden Island, Ponnumthuruthu is an uninhabited island on Anjengo Lake in Kerala. It is perfect for nature walks and home to flocks of migratory birds. Located a short distance from Varkala, Ponnumthuruthu Island is one of the top places to visit for birdwatchers and nature lovers. The island also has a century-old temple dedicated to Shiva and Parvati.

Location: 12 km south of Varkala, Trivandrum, Kerala

Timings: 5:30 am - 12 pm, 4 pm - 7 pm

Anjengo Fort

Anjengo Fort was built in the late 17th century by the East India Company. The land was gifted to the Britishers by Queen Attingal. The place is also called Anchuthengu, but since the English had difficulty pronouncing it, the name was shortened to Anjengo. Walking through the streets of Anjengo, you’ll feel like you’ve returned in time. History is very palpable in the walls of the fort, the tombs of soldiers and centuries-old convents.

Location: Anchuthengu, 12 km from Varkala, Kerala

Timings: 9 am - 5 pm

Janardana Swami Temple

Varkala is often referred to as the Varanasi of the South, and this temple contributes greatly to that reputation. A Vaishnavaite temple, it has stood strong even after 2000 years and is one of the best-preserved places to see in Varkala. Vishnu is worshipped as Janardana here, meaning “he who is the abode and protector of all living beings,” also called Varkaleswara. This temple is mentioned in the Bhagwata Purana and Mahabharata. Hundreds of pilgrims visit the temple daily.

Location: Janardhanapuram, Varkala city, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala

Timings: 5?am - 12?pm, 5 - 8?pm

Chilakoor Beach

Chilakoor Beach is located on the serene coastline of the Arabian Sea, lined with groves of beach Casuarina trees. Situated about 15 km from the city, this is one of the most beautiful places to visit near Varkala. Even the drive to the beach is scenic and pleasant. You will pass through some charming coastal villages. Go boating, swim, and participate in water sports and adventure activities.

Location: Chilakoor Village, 4 km from Varkala Railway Station, Trivandrum, Kerala

Timings: 7 am - 6 pm (recommended)

Varkala Aquarium

The marine life of the coast is on display at the Varkala Aquarium. The aquarium is located between Black Beach and Odayam Beach in a three-story building with a spiral staircase from where you can see all sorts of wonderful and colourful sea creatures. If you like underwater organisms like Piranhas, Eels, Karimeen, etc., this is one of the best places to visit in Varkala.

Location: Odayam Hatchery, Thiruvambadi Beach, Varkala, Kerala

Timings: 10?am - 6:30?pm

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    Poornima Sinnurkar

    Kerala

    Poornima's 3 days trip to Varkala

    If dinner or lunch was included it would be great because we had to go in search of it every time
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    Vijayabooks

    Calicut

    Vijayabooks's 3 days trip to Varkala

    Guruvair hotels no satisfaction ...but.we are very happy trip
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    Bangalore

    Senthil's 3 days trip to Varkala

    We had a very good time with Family and everything was well organized. Right from booking, pick up from Airport, visiting places and travelling to other locations etc was excellent experience. Also, big thanks to Namaskaram travels for making it as a seamless experience
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    Dhruv Agarwal

    Mumbai

    Dhruv's 7 days trip to Varkala

    Had a great experience and very good trip. Everything booked and planned as per the final itinerary. Our drive was very good and humble but Kerala being a more of wild natural place so he could have been more adventurous. Saying this bcos we wanted to go to Top Station in munaar to see sunset or su
    nrise and hotel staff and other drivers suggested that it’s very safe route but our driver told it’s dangerous bcos of elephant presence on the route and he won’t go and so we have to drop that location. Also driver should be more enthusiastic and suggest good shopping (spices etc) and other hidden gems rather he was more interested in taking us to shopping and activities where I think the commission was arranged. But other than this he covered all the places in itinerary and was very polite through out the trip. Had a great trip and lot of memories.
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    Spoorthilb

    Bangalore

    Spoorthilb's 3 days trip to Varkala

    So we had booked a trip organised by gosamyati. Srikanth was a very nice agent. He made sure the trip was well organised and safe
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    DrRohin Agrawal

    Drrohin's 4 days trip to Varkala

    We planned 4N kerala trip from travel triangle..it was a family trip with 3yr old kid.. All in all Awesome experience.. All well managed and planned Mr Namit well behaved and helpful .. Driver was funny friendly and goes with the rules.. Only issue was the food..which was not in the itenary.. I wil
    l delegate food availability also to travel triangle next time.. Munnar.. Elephant ride
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    Amruth Prasad

    Amruth's 3 days trip to Varkala

    We had a great trip with you. The cab driver was exceptional. I think hotel in varkala would be much more better. May be it's on budget....itenary was really fine. Great view of jatayu and Varkala House boat is different and padmanabha swamy temple was great
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    Mumbai

    Ca's 6 days trip to Varkala

    The driver Joel was extremely knowledgeable and had very good idea of all the places we visited. He was prompt and always available. The hotels were good and we had an amazing trip.
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    Kerala

    Pratima's 2 days trip to Varkala

    Excellent driver which took us the way we asked for. Very humble man.. Munnar waterfalls was magical which was suggested from our can driver
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    Pune

    Sameer's 7 days trip to Varkala

    Overall the trip experience was very good. The cab provided was also nice. Thank you Mamta for arranging everything— it was a great experience.

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    What are the top places to visit in Varkala in 3 days?

    The best places to visit in Varkala for a three-day trip are Varkala Beach, Odayam Beach, Chilakoor Beach, Kappil Beach, Ponnumthuruthu Island, Janardana Swami Temple, Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala Lighthouse, Varkala Aquarium, Saint Sebastian’s Pilgrim Church, and Sarkara Devi Temple.

    What are some good places to visit near Varkala?

    Chilakoor Beach (15 km), Ponnumthuruthu Island (12 km), and Anjengo Fort (12 km) are some of the best places to visit near Varkala in Kerala.

    Which are the best places to visit in Varkala in 2 days?

    In 2 days, you must visit Varkala's best attractions, including Black Sand Beach, Varkala Beach, Janardana Swami Temple, and Kappil Lake.

    What are the best places to visit in Varkala for couples?

    Varkala Beach and Kappil Lake are lovely places to visit in Varkala for couples. You can go boating or have some fun splashing in the water. Go on an aquarium date to Varkala Aquarium or visit the historical mores of Anjengo Fort together.

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