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Best nearby Destinations & Day Trips

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Nearby Destinations Summary

Nearby Destinations Summary

Destination

Distance

Travel Time

 

Why Visit

Kumarakom

15 km

30 mins

 

Backwaters, birdwatching, Ayurveda

Vagamon

65 km

2–2.5 hrs

 

Hill station, tea gardens, trekking

Ilaveezha Poonchira

55 km

2 hrs

 

Valley views, trekking, sunset spot

Ettumanoor Temple

12 km

30 mins

 

Heritage Shiva temple, golden flagstaff

Vaikom Temple

30 km

1 hr

 

Spiritual retreat, rural village charm

Marari Beach

60 km

1.5–2 hrs

 

Quiet beach near Alappuzha

Aruvikkuzhi Falls

18 km

45 mins

 

Small waterfall, great during monsoon

Pathiramanal Island

– (by boat)

~1 hr total

 

Island retreat with birds and nature

Alappuzha

50 km

1.5 hrs

 

Houseboats, backwaters, beach

Bharananganam

35 km

1 hr

 

Christian pilgrim site, peaceful town

From misty hills and sacred temples to peaceful lakes and coastal charm, Kottayam places you in the heart of Kerala's diversity. These day trips let you experience the soul of the state in just a short journey, making your stay truly enriching.


With every road from Kottayam, a new story begins—quiet, colorful, and unforgettable.