The Alappuzha Lighthouse (Alleppey Lighthouse) is an old-world charmer known for its spectacular 360-degree vistas. It is 4 kilometers from the main town and is located on the Arabian Sea coast, over a sea bridge. The 1862 lighthouse contains a museum that houses antiques such as oil lamps and other artefacts from the lighthouse’s 150-year journey.

Kuttanad is a location in Kerala’s backwaters that encompasses much of Alappuzha and some of Kottayam district. Kuttanad is known as Kerala’s ‘rice bowl,’ with its vast expanses of lush green rice fields separated by dykes. Traveling through this remote corner of nature will offer you a taste of Kerala’s traditional rural life. The geography of this location is one of its unique features. It’s around 2 meters below sea level, making it the country’s lowest point.

St. Andrew’s Church, Arthunkal is one of the famous pilgrim centres located at Alappuzha.. Though the Church is named after St. Andrew the Apostle, it is the feast of St. Sebastian that has brought fame to Arthunkal. St. Andrew’s Basilica at Arthunkal in the district of Alappuzha, is considered to be the largest shrine of Saint Sebastian in the entire world. Originally constructed by the Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century, the church was rebuilt in 1584.

In the Alappuzha district, there is a Hindu temple devoted to Lord Krishna called Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple. The temple is noted for its exquisite rice pudding made in sweet milk, known as Pal Payasam, and is built in the typical Kerala style architectural pattern.

Pathiramanal translates to “Night Sands.” It’s a little lake island on the backwaters of Lake Vembanad that’s great for bird watching. There are over 91 native bird species and 50 migratory bird species. When you explore the island, you’ll be surprised to discover yourself surrounded by uncommon bird species and chirping sounds coming from all directions.

The Marari Beach is a beautiful, tranquil beach that is one of the greatest beauties of the Malabar Coast. This beach, located 11 kilometers from Alleppey and it is a popular fishing site and takes its name from the nearby fishing community of Mararikulam. Beach is also famous for Ayurveda Centers and stylish beach resorts. The Shoreline is covered with long rows of coconut trees and is a great place to tie a hammock and spend the afternoon beside the clean and calm waters.