Historical Places in Kovalam

Dotted with swaying palms and fondly known as the 'Paradise of the South', Kovalam is a tranquil seaside town nestled along the picturesque coastlines of the Arabian Sea.

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Things To See & Do

Visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace

Visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace

Asia's Largest Wooden Palace
Nestled on the foothills of Western Ghats, Padmanabhapuram Palace is a 16th Century architectural marvel and was the erstwhile capital of the Travancore rulers.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Kovalam

Ideal winter destination

  • SEP-MAR

    Peak Season

  • APR-MAY

    Moderate Season

  • JUN-AUG

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Less humid and cooler weather.
  • Things You'll Love:Water sports and beach activities

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Gramam Village Fair (for 10 days)Mid-January

The Elephant FestivalJanuary

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Flight to Thiruvananthapuram Airport, then Car to Kovalam and Poovar

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₹8,395

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Flight to Cochin Airport, then Car to Kovalam and Poovar

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Stay in Kovalam

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3 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹5,109

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Molly's Retreat

Molly's Retreat

Samudra Beach

₹4,550

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Swagath Holiday Resorts

Swagath Holiday Resorts

Kovalam Beach

₹6,421

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Sagara Beach Resort

Sagara Beach Resort

Kovalam Beach

₹4,356

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4 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹4,238

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Hotel Seaface - Kovalam

Hotel Seaface - Kovalam

Kovalam Beach

₹3,006

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Aadisaktthi Leisure Resort

Aadisaktthi Leisure Resort

Kovalam and Poovar

₹3,589

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Getaway Beach Resort

Getaway Beach Resort

Kovalam Beach

₹6,120

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5 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹16,150

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The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel

The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel

Kovalam Beach

₹21,000

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Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel

Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel

Samudra Beach

₹7,450

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Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa, Kovalam

Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa, Kovalam

Samudra Beach

₹20,000

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More about Historical Places in Kovalam

Here are a few quick facts about Kovalam to make your travel safe and easy. Kovalam is a Beach destination. The best time to visit Kovalam is September, October, November, December, January, February and March. Since this is the peak season expect a little crowd during this time. April and May period experiences moderate weather. So, you can easily avoid facing a large gathering.

In peak season you can expect less humid and cooler weather, whereas in off-season, tourists expect heavy rainfalls. In moderate seasons, most of the expectation is hot and humid weather. In Kovalam, the festivals of Gramam Village Fair (for 10 days) and The Elephant Festival are celebrated when a large number of tourists flock together. The festivals are celebrated in the month of Mid-January and January respectively. So, if you are fond of bustling streets and localities, choose this time of the year to travel.

If your travel seems incomplete without getting into some fun activities then you will love to get indulged in water sports and beach activities. In moderate season you will love to get indulged in secluded beaches.

Whilst in Kovalam, we also recommend that you pay a visit to some of the most popular places which are Trivandrum Zoo, Veli Tourist Village and Neyyar Dam.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Kovalam

Which are the best beaches in Kovalam?

The best beaches in Kovalam are Hawa Beach, Watch a Sunset at Kovalam Beach and Lighthouse Beach. You will have an amazing time exploring these beaches and come back home with a bag full of memories.

What are the best places to visit in Kovalam?

The most loved attractions in Kovalam are Trivandrum Zoo, Veli Tourist Village and Neyyar Dam.

What is the best time to visit Kovalam?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Kovalam, you can choose to go in September, October, November, December, January, February and March which is the peak season and April and May which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.