Morning: Visit the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Chola dynasty's architecture and the temple's history.
Afternoon: Explore the Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery to learn about the Nayak and Maratha dynasties' art and culture.
Evening: Indulge in shopping for souvenirs at the local markets for handicrafts and handloom sarees.
Morning: Visit the Airavateswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to learn about the Chola dynasty's architecture and the temple's significance in Hinduism.
Afternoon: Visit the Sarangapani Temple to witness the Dravidian-style architecture and learn about the temple's history.
Evening: Walk around the Mahamaham tank, the largest temple tank in Tamil Nadu, to witness the evening prayers.
Morning: Visit the Arunachaleswara Temple, one of the largest temples in South India. Learn about the temple's significance and the history of Lord Shiva.
Afternoon: Visit the Seshadri Swamigal Ashram to learn about the life and teachings of Seshadri Swamigal, a spiritual leader who lived in the early 20th century.
Evening: Hike up to the Arunachala Hill to witness the sunset and enjoy the panoramic views of the town.
If you have an extra day, you can visit the Gangai Konda Cholapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to learn about the Chola dynasty's architecture. If you are interested in carnatic music, you can visit the Thyagaraja Aradhana music festival in Thiruvaiyaru, which happens in the second week of January every year.
Maximize your fun by trying the local food, including the famous filter coffee, pongal, vada, and idli.
For side trips, you can visit Pondicherry, a former French colony, or Madurai, the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu.
If you are interested in shopping, you can visit the Kumbakonam market for brass and bronze items, and the Thiruvanamaalai market for handicrafts and silver jewelry.