Alleppey travel guide

Places to visit in Alleppey

1. 1

   Backwater cruise

   Canals, paddy fields and village life from the water.

   Relaxation · Nature & views

2. 2

   Alappuzha beach and lighthouse

   The old pier at sunset.

   Relaxation · best in the evening

3. 3

   Kuttanad village walk or canoe

   Farming below sea level.

   Nature & views · Heritage & culture · best in the morning

4. 4

   Marari beach

   A quiet fishing beach.

   Relaxation

5. 5

   Ambalappuzha temple

   Famous for its palpayasam.

   Temples & spiritual · Local food · best in the morning

6. 6

   Coir and spice shops

   Local craft to take home.

   Shopping

A 3-day Alleppey itinerary

An easy plan for a first visit. The trip planner makes one for your own dates, pace and interests, with a quotation.

1. Day 1: Arrive in Alleppey

   Morning

   Travel to Alleppey. Aim to reach by lunch.

   Afternoon

   Check in at your stay (usually from 1–2 PM), have lunch and rest after the journey.

   Evening

   Alappuzha beach and lighthouse: the old pier at sunset.

2. Day 2: Kuttanad village walk or canoe and Backwater cruise

   Morning

   Kuttanad village walk or canoe: farming below sea level.

   Afternoon

   Backwater cruise: canals, paddy fields and village life from the water.

   Evening

   Marari beach: a quiet fishing beach.

3. Day 3: Last morning and departure

   Morning

   Ambalappuzha temple: famous for its palpayasam.

   Afternoon

   Pack and check out (usually by 11 AM). Pick up anything you want to take home.

   Evening

   Travel home.

Stays in Alleppey

Sample listing

Homestay · Punnamada, Alleppey

New

Kayal — Private 2-Bedroom Houseboat on the Backwaters

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms

₹11,500/ night

Questions travellers ask

What is the best time to visit Alleppey?

October to March.

How many days are enough for Alleppey?

2 to 3 nights are comfortable for the main places, with an easy first and last day.

What are the top places to visit in Alleppey?

Start with Backwater cruise, Alappuzha beach and lighthouse, Kuttanad village walk or canoe. The full list with tips is on this page.

What is a good Alleppey itinerary?

A 2 to 3-night trip covers the main places: arrive and settle in on day one, see Backwater cruise, Alappuzha beach and lighthouse, Kuttanad village walk or canoe over the middle days, and keep the last morning easy before check-out.

What food should I try in Alleppey?

Try karimeen fry, duck roast and toddy-shop meals.

Can Nirvana BnB plan my Alleppey trip?

Yes. Our free trip planner makes a day-by-day itinerary with a quotation PDF in about a minute, and our travel desk confirms the price for your dates.