Family-Friendly 2-Day Itinerary in Udupi, India

Day 1: Exploring Culture

Udupi, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Naivedyam

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at Naivedyam, famous for its delicious dosas and filter coffee.
Located nearby in the heart of Udupi, you can easily walk to Naivedyam.
INR200, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit the Sri Krishna Temple

After breakfast, head to the renowned Sri Krishna Temple, where you can admire the exquisite architecture and vibrant rituals.
Take a 5-minute walk from Naivedyam to the temple.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Explore Malpe Beach

Next, enjoy the sun and sand at Malpe Beach, where kids can play in the shallow waters and build sandcastles.
Take a 20-minute auto-rickshaw ride to Malpe Beach.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Kuboos

For lunch, enjoy fresh seafood at Kuboos, known for its wonderful coastal dishes.
Head back to Udupi city center, which should be a 20-minute ride.
INR800, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Visit the Udupi Zoo

Take a short trip to the Udupi Zoo where kids can see various animals and learn about wildlife conservation.
It’s a 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Kuboos.
INR300, 2 hours

5:30 PM

Evening at the Udupi Beach

Enjoy a lovely evening walk at Udupi Beach, where you can catch the mesmerizing sunset.
About 15 minutes by auto-rickshaw from the zoo.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Hotel Shree Durga

End your day with a hearty dinner at Hotel Shree Durga, which offers a vast range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
A quick 10-minute ride back to the city center.
INR600, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Adventure and Nature

Udupi, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Woodlands

Start the day at Woodlands, a local favorite for its fluffy idlis and steaming hot sambar.
Located downtown, a short walk from your accommodation.
INR250, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit St. Mary's Island

Depart for St. Mary's Island, where the kids can enjoy the serene beauty and explore unique geological formations.
Get to Malpe Beach and take a ferry to St. Mary's Island, approximately 30 minutes.
INR500 (for ferry tickets), 3 hours

12:30 PM

Lunch Picnic on St. Mary's Island

Pack a light picnic lunch or grab snacks from local vendors to enjoy on the beach while soaking up the sun.
Enjoy your picnic on the beach.
INR400 (estimate for snacks), 1 hour

1:30 PM

Return to Malpe Beach

Catch the ferry back to Malpe Beach to continue your day of exploration.
Ferry ride back, approximately 30 minutes.
INR500 (included in the earlier cost), 1 hour

2:30 PM

Visit the Kaup Beach and Lighthouse

Next, venture over to Kaup Beach where you can visit the historic lighthouse and take fun family photos.
A 30-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Malpe Beach.
Free, 2 hours

4:30 PM

Refreshments at a local vendor

Refuel with some refreshing coconut water or local snacks at one of the beach vendors.
Just a short walk from the beach.
INR200, 30 minutes

5:00 PM

Return to Udupi City

Head back to Udupi city for some last-minute shopping or souvenirs at local markets.
A 30-minute ride via auto-rickshaw.
Free unless shopping., 1 hour

7:00 PM

Dinner at Hotel Amritha Bhojan

Wrap up your trip with dinner at Hotel Amritha Bhojan, which is well-known for its authentic Udupi-style meals.
A short 10-minute ride will take you back to enjoy a comforting meal.
INR500, 1.5 hours
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