2-Day Cultural and Spiritual Getaway to Vadakkunnatha Temple, Thrissur

Day 1: Temple Visit & Local Culture

Thrissur, India on May 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Start your day with a traditional Kerala breakfast including idli, dosa, and strong filter coffee at this iconic local café open from 7:00am to 10:30am.
INR150, 1h

9:30am

Visit Vadakkunnatha Temple

Explore this historic Hindu temple famous for its stunning Kerala style architecture and exquisite mural paintings. The temple is open from 5:00am to 12:30pm and 5:00pm to 8:30pm.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Walk around Thrissur Swaraj Round

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the cultural hub of Thrissur city packed with shops, local markets, and colonial architecture.
Free, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Sree Krishna Inn

Sample authentic Kerala cuisine like appam, stew, and seafood specialties in this popular restaurant open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR400, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Kerala Archaeology Museum

Discover Kerala’s rich heritage with exhibits of sculptures, inscriptions and antique artifacts. Open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
INR20, 1.5h

5:00pm

Evening refreshments at Café Coffee Day

Relax with coffee and snacks at this convenient café near the temple, open until 10:00pm.
INR150, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Dhe Puttu Restaurant

Enjoy a unique Kerala dish ‘Puttu’ served with various side dishes in an atmospheric setting, open till 10:30pm.
INR300, 1h
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Day 2: Explore Thrissur

Thrissur, India on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Atrium

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast buffet offering continental and traditional Kerala dishes, available from 7:00am to 10:00am.
INR350, 1h

9:30am

Visit Guruvayur Temple

Take a short drive (approx 30 mins) to Guruvayur, an important pilgrimage for devotees of Lord Krishna. The temple is open from 4:00am to 12:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Aryaas Guruvayur

Taste excellent South Indian vegetarian cuisine with traditional thali meals. Open from 11:30am to 3:00pm.
INR400, 1h

1:30pm

Return to Thrissur and visit the Vadakkumnatha Temple Museum

Complement your temple visit with this museum showcasing the history and artefacts related to the temple. Open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
INR20, 1h

3:00pm

Evening walk at Jubilee Park

Relax in this well-maintained park popular among locals for its greenery and pleasant atmosphere, perfect to unwind before departure.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Tea and snacks at Paragon

Enjoy some light snacks and tea at Paragon, a well-loved spot serving delicious snacks. Open until 7:30pm.
INR200, 45m
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