Trivandrum - One day itinerary

1. 9:00AM: Padmanabhaswamy Temple
   Located in the heart of the city, 15 mins (3.5 km) from Trivandrum Central Railway Station.

   The temple is one of the most visited temples in Kerala with its exquisite architecture and rich history that goes back to centuries.

2. 10:30AM: Napier Museum
   Located 10 minutes (2 km) from Padmanabhaswamy Temple

   The museum showcases the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Kerala and houses ancient artifacts, bronze idols, ornaments, and paintings.

3. 12:00 PM: Sri Chitra Art Gallery
   Located 5 minutes (1.4 km) from Napier Museum

   The gallery is known for its collection of Indian classical paintings, ancient and medieval art and traditional Keralite art forms.

4. 1:00PM: Kovalam Beach
   Located 25 minutes (9.5 km) from Sri Chitra Art Gallery

   The crescent-shaped beach fringed with coconut palms and pristine waters make it a perfect place to relax in the afternoon.

5. 3:00PM: Kanakakunnu Palace
   Located 25 minutes (9.3 km) from Kovalam Beach

   The palace is a great example of traditional Kerala architecture and has been converted into a cultural center where music and dance performances take place.

6. 5:00PM: Poovar Island
   Located 30 minutes (18.5 km) from Kanakakunnu Palace

   Poovar is a beautiful island located at the mouth of the Neyyar River, surrounded by lush greenery and pristine beaches.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, Free)
• Napier Museum (1.5 hours, INR 25)
• Sri Chitra Art Gallery (1 hour, INR 20)
• Kovalam Beach (2 hours, Free)
• Kanakakunnu Palace (2 hours, INR 50)
• Poovar Island (2 hours, INR 2000 per boat)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2095

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can include a visit to the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple or a boat ride in the Veli Tourist Village. If you have less time, you can skip the Poovar Island visit or spend less time at the Kanakakunnu Palace.