One Day Tour Guide to Trivandrum in May 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Trivandrum Central Railway Station

    Visit the famous Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is known for its intricate architecture and is considered one of the wealthiest temples in the world.

  2. 10:30AM: Kuthira Malika Palace Museum
    5 minutes (1 km) from Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

    Explore the Kuthira Malika Palace Museum, a palace built in 1840 by Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma. The museum is known for its unique architecture and houses a collection of paintings, artifacts, and traditional musical instruments.

  3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Villa Maya
    10 minutes (1.8 km) from Kuthira Malika Palace Museum

    Enjoy a delicious lunch at Villa Maya, a popular restaurant known for its traditional Kerala cuisine. The restaurant is set in a beautiful 18th-century Dutch mansion and offers a unique dining experience.

  4. 2:00PM: Napier Museum
    15 minutes (4.7 km) from Villa Maya

    Visit the Napier Museum, an art and natural history museum established in 1855. The museum houses a collection of ancient artifacts, bronze sculptures, and ivory carvings, along with a natural history gallery.

  5. 4:00PM: Kovalam Beach
    20 minutes (10 km) from Napier Museum

    Relax and unwind at Kovalam Beach, a beautiful beach known for its clear waters and palm-lined shores. The beach offers various water sports activities and is a popular spot for sunset views.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Kuthira Malika Palace Museum (1.5 hours, INR 20)
  • Lunch at Villa Maya (1 hour, INR 800 per person)
  • Napier Museum (1.5 hours, INR 20)
  • Kovalam Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 840 per person
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