We usually talk about vacations or a weekend at least, when it comes to traveling; isn’t it? But have you ever wondered what a one-day trip from Kerala, Delhi, Bangalore, or any other destination in that matter of fact would be like?
After weeks and months of tedious work schedules, running between office and home, working for extended hours and whatnot- everyone likes even the thought of a day off. Right? Not only it takes you away from your regular schedule but also rejuvenates your body and mind.
The best part is, neither would it hurt your pocket nor pose problems at your workplace.
So, here are the best places to visit in Kerala for a single-day trip that can help you in shedding off your stress and workload for a day.
Top 10 incredible places to visit in Kerala for a one day trip
Alleppey
Best time to visit Alleppey: Between September and February
Honestly! When it comes to taking a one-day trip in Kerala most people think of a place that would take them away from the hustle-bustle of the city. One place that ticks all the checklist boxes is Alleppey.
Often referred to as “India’s Venice”, Alleppey is one of the finest tourist destinations in Kerala and draws tourists throughout the year. People looking for a peaceful destination towards the west coast of Kerala, this can be an ideal pick for you.
You can come here in the morning, relax and rejuvenate in the pleasing environment of the city and head back to your place by evening. A perfect one-day trip in Kerala, isn’t it?
Best Places to Eat in Alleppey | Best Tourist Attractions in Alleppey | Things to do during your visit in Alleppey |
| Vembanad Restaurant Harbour Restaurant Mushroom Kream Korner Thaff | Alleppey Beach Krishnapuram Palace Ambalapuzha Temple Arthunkal Church Kuttanad | Traveling through paddy field Kayaking Relaxing at Sreekrishna Ayurveda Center Walkthrough the Alappuzha Shoreline Night Stay in a Houseboat |
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Wayanad
Best time to visit: Between March and June
Some people love to rest and enjoy the peacefulness of nature, some love to spend their “day off” doing something thrilling like trekking a mountain or rock climbing. If you look through the list of tourist places in Kerala offering some adventure activities, then Wayanad would be placed somewhere on the top.
An absolutely amazing destination for adventure-loving people planning on a one-day trip in Kerala. From exploring caves to clicking pictures in front of a beautiful waterfall; Wayanad has a lot of things to offer.
Not only will this give you a recreational break but also a day to enjoy what you love the most, “Adventure.” But that doesn’t mean people who admire nature cannot visit here for their break. They too can share the space with the adventure junky in this breathtakingly beautiful travel destination in Kerala.
Best Places to Eat in Wayanad | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| The Bungalow Clayhut A Village Restaurant Cafe Qatar Restaurant Jubilee Restaurant Food Lounge | Edakkal Caves Chembra Peak Banasura Sagar Dam Meenmutty Waterfalls Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Soochipara Falls | Bamboo Rafting Boating in Pookode Lake Trekking Hiking Cycling Exploring Edakkal caves Ziplining |
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Kumarakom
Best Time to Visit: Between November and February
Considering Kumarakom as your next destination won’t be a wrong choice because one of the most important offerings of this wonderful tourist destination of Kerala is serene spots. A one-day trip that you would be taking is more or less like a day where you keep aside all your stressful things and just enjoy the moments, isn’t it?
To your surprise, there is an ample number of places where you can do this. Another thing about Kumarakom is that one can enjoy a range of scrumptious meals in this petite town. Excited? Pick any of the Kerala one-day tour packages and stay away from the hassle of iterating things to do and places to visit in Kumarakom.
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| Cocobay Restaurant Granary Restaurant Baker’s Gourmet House Lakesong Restaurant Lakshmi Restaurant | Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Vagamon Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple | Sailing in a houseboat Bird Watching Taking an Ayurvedic spa Watching Kathakali performance Trekking to the waterfall Watching the boat race |
Thrissur
Best Time to Visit: Between November and February
Thrissur is undoubtedly one of the finest places to visit in Kerala for a single-day trip owing to its beautiful location. The town is beautifully tucked away in the hillock and has a lot of mesmerizing places for city dwellers to visit. Not only the places to visit here are beautiful but a bit less chaotic than the cities as well.
There are several religious sites throughout the town and people usually come here to seek blessing from the lord. Then be it the ancient and beautifully designed church or the amazing historic temples. Thrissur can be your ideal destination in Kerala for a rejuvenating holiday.
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| Seasonal Tastes Waffle Chef Bharath Hotel (Pure Veg) ROASTOWN-Global Cuisine Restaurant Pisharody’s Restaurant | Chimmony Wildlife Sanctuary Thrissur Zoo Punnathur Kotta Shakthan Thampuran Palace Vilangan Kunnu | Take a stroll in the tea garden Hike to the waterfall Visiting the Eravikulam National Park Photography from Top station Visiting Blossom International Park |
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Munnar
Best Time to Visit: Between October and March
Although visiting the prime attractions of Munnar takes more than one day, this beautiful hill station serves the purpose of taking a holiday. You would find a lot of tourists visiting here throughout the year but in comparison to the other hill stations around, Munnar is a bit less crowded. One of the ideal hill stations to visit in Kerala– Munnar has a completely different charm and offers several amazing places to visit and things to do.
While you plan on a single-day trip in Kerala, Munnar can be your ideal choice for more than 1 good reason. There are a sufficient number of places for every kind of traveler, so fret not, traveling to this town won’t be a bummer.
Best Places to Eat in Munnar | Best Tourist Attractions in Munnar | Things to do during your visit in Munnar |
| Tea Tales Cafe Hotel Gurubhavan Saravana Bhavan Arabian Grills Rapheek Restaurant Butler’s Creek Winter Heaven Cottage The Silvertips | Eravikulam National Park Echo Point Mattupetty Dam Top Station Attukad Waterfalls | Take a stroll in the tea garden Hike to the waterfall Visiting the Eravikulam National Park Photography from Top station Visiting Blossom International Park |
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Kalpetta
Best Time to Visit: Between October and March
A lot of people looking for a single-day trip in Kerala prefer visiting a small town that is less chaotic and more serene. This keeps them away from the stressful chaos and unnecessary noise and lets them loosen up in quieter and serene places.
If this is how you wish to spend your day then Kalpetta can be the ideal destination for you in Kerala. Though the best time to visit here is during the winter season, people still flock at the town throughout the year. And this is because of its yearlong wonderful weather.
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| 1980’s A Nostalgic Restaurant Green Gates Hotels Thalassery Food Court Majestic Bakes and Bistro Lunch House Spicy Hut Restaurant | Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary Wayanad Heritage Museum Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple Koottamundu Glass Temple Karapuzha Dam Meenmutty Falls | Trek to the Chembra Peak Spend some time at Soochipara Falls Try to visit the Edakkal Caves Enjoy the beauty at Meenmutty Falls Explore the beautiful and ancient Thirunelli Temple Witness the diversity of flora & fauna at Kuruvadweep |
Helpful Links:
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Kannur
Best Time to Visit: Between July to March
Kannur is a small yet beautiful town on the Malabar coast of Kerala. It is one of those places that have a number of wonderful attractions to visit and an array of things to do. Even though it is a small beach town in Kerala it still is one of the Incredible places in Kerala.
You get to explore several ancient ruins, enjoy the beautiful and clean beaches, and witness monuments speaking the stories of the bygone colonial era. If you are wondering if it will be a good choice for your solo day trip in Kerala then this will be a good one.
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| MVK Restaurant Chifonets Cool Land Pepperpot Restaurant Barka Restaurant Kannur Foodies Foodcourt Kannur | Palakkayam Thattu Payyambalam Beach Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary Vismaya Water Park Baby Beach Ezhara Beach St. Angelo Fort Muzhappilangad Beach | Take a stroll at Payyambalam Beach Drive at the Muzhappilangad Beach shoreline Explore the St. Angelo Fort Enjoy at the Snake Park Relax at the Baby Beach Visit the Arakkal Museum |
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Thekkady
Best Time to Visit: Between November and March
Are you a wildlife enthusiast living somewhere in Kerala looking for an enchanting destination for your single-day trip? Look no further because Thekkady is one of the best destinations in Kerala for wildlife lovers. Thekkady is popular for the Periyar Tiger Reserve, which is also the largest reserve in India.
Not only do you get to spend some time with these wild cats during your Periyar safari but also get to witness the diversity in flora and fauna. One of the best things about this small mesmerizing town is that it never gets old on you. (this means however many times you visit here, you won’t get bored of it.)
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| Coffee Garden – Rooftop Restaurant Bamboo Cafe Ebonys Cafe Restaurant Peppervine Restaurant Pizza Max | Murikkady Kadathanadan Kalari Center Pandikuzhi Vandanmedu Mangla Devi Temple | Seek blessing at Mangla Devi Temple Enjoy the panoramic view from Chellarkovil Enjoy the natural beauty at Pandikuzhi Safari at Periyar park |
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Kottayam
Best Time to Visit: Between September to February
Kottayam is one of those “comparatively offbeat” destinations in Kerala that can take you back in time. In addition to being one of the most surreal destinations in Kerala- Kottayam holds a lot of significance for the entire state in terms of culture. One of the achievements of Kottayam is the 100% literacy rate from which it derived its nickname as ‘Akshara Nagari’.
The city of letters is a profound place for a lot of things and what has defined it better is the picturesque landscapes and the natural beauty of the town. The peaceful environment and soothing weather with all the views make it a wonderful place to visit in Kerala for a single-day trip.
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| Theos Restaurant 12 to 12 Bar-Be-Que The Punjabi Restaurant ko.co. Kottayam company Wheels Restaurant | Nadukani Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple Island of Pathiramanal Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Illikkal Kallu | Enjoying the Secluded Beauty Enjoying at the Picnic Spot Offer prayers at the temples |
Kochi
Best Time to Visit: Between September and March
One of the best destinations in Kerala during winters, Kochi might not be more of a quiet place but you surely can spend some time amidst nature. Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi is also a great destination for people who want to take a break. It is a serene place and one of the finest beach destinations in Kerala.
The history of this city and its legacy traces back to the first colonization era. To delight every traveler, Kochi has beaches, museums, temples, monuments, and a lot of other amazing places to visit. Make sure you keep a camera or your mobile charged for the day.
Best Places to Eat | Best Tourist Attractions | Things to do during your visit |
| Leman Cafe & Restaurant Rasoi Fort Kochi The Asian Kitchen by Tokyo Bay Kashi Art Café Fort House Hotel | Mattancherry Palace Indo-Portuguese Museum Ernakulam Shiva Temple Santa Cruz Basilica Paradesi Synagogue Kodanad Elephant Training Center | Take a stroll at the Marine Drive Spot elephants at the Elephant Center Enjoy a Ferry Ride Watch the Kathakali Performance Explore the Kochi Fort |
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Conclusion
A lot of people wonder many times about taking a day off from their regular monotonous grind. The same thought can cross your mind too and that is when you look for places to visit. Pick any of the above-mentioned places to visit in Kerala for a one-day trip.
According to your current location, you can pick a nearby location so that there is less traveling and more enjoying!
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