Family-Friendly Budget Itinerary in Alappuzha

Day 1: Exploring Alappuzha

Location Format: Alappuzha, India

7:30AM

Breakfast at Anju’s Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Anju’s Cafe, famous for its fresh puttu (rice cake) and kadala curry.
Head to Anju’s Cafe, located near the main bus station, which can be reached within a short 10-minute walk.
INR 300 for two, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Alappuzha Beach

Stroll along the beautiful Alappuzha Beach, where the kids can play in the sand while you enjoy the stunning views.
A 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride will take you to Alappuzha Beach from the cafe.
Free, 2 hours

11:30AM

Explore Alappuzha Lighthouse

Visit the historic Alappuzha Lighthouse, where you can admire the panoramic views of the Arabian Sea.
The lighthouse is a short 10-minute walk from Alappuzha Beach.
INR 20 per person, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Om Shanti Restaurant

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch with various vegetarian dishes like dosa and thali at Om Shanti Restaurant.
Take a 10-minute walk back towards the main town to reach Om Shanti.
INR 500 for two, 1 hour

2:00PM

Houseboat Ride on Vembanadu Lake

Experience the backwaters of Kerala on an affordable shared houseboat ride, perfect for the whole family.
The houseboat dock is a 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride from the restaurant.
INR 750 for a group, 2.5 hours

4:30PM

Visit the Krishnapuram Palace

Explore the historical Krishnapuram Palace, showcasing traditional Kerala architecture and art.
Catch an auto-rickshaw for a 20-minute ride to Krishnapuram Palace.
INR 15 per person, 1 hour

5:30PM

Tea and Snacks at Baker's Cafe

Wind down with some evening tea and snacks at Baker's Cafe, renowned for its pastries and local delicacies.
Take an auto-rickshaw back to the town center for around 10 minutes.
INR 400 for two, 1 hour

6:30PM

Evening Stroll by Nehru Trophy Boat Race Finishing Point

Enjoy a leisurely walk along the waterfront as the sun sets, and soak in the local atmosphere at the boat race finishing point.
This is another short 5-minute walk from Baker's Cafe.
Free, 1 hour

7:30PM

Dinner at Dal Roti

Savor a delicious dinner featuring North Indian cuisine, with options like butter naan and paneer curry at Dal Roti.
Dal Roti is a quick 5-minute walk from the Nehru Trophy area.
INR 600 for two, 1 hour
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