By Road

Alleppey is well-connected with all major nearby places of south India like Cochin, Trivandrum, Chennai, Bangalore, etc.

By Water

The mesmerizing way to reach Alleppey is water. Alleppey is well connected through waterways. It is well-linked by boat, ferry, houseboat services through the scenic backwater to Kollam, Kottayam, Kumarakom, etc.

There are speed boat sedrvice from Alleppey to Cochin and Approximately 02 Hrs and 75Kms

Road

The distance from Alleppey to Munnar is 190Km & will take 05.5hrs drive,

The distance from Alleppey to Periyar is 160Km & will take 04hrs drive

The distance from Alleppey to Cochin 70 Km & will take 02hrs drive

The distance from Alleppey to Trivandrum 180Km and will take 05.00hrs drive

The distance from Alleppey to Varkala 130Km and will take 03.5hrs drive

The distance from Alleppey to Kollam 90Km and will take 02.5hrs drive

Places to visit

Mullackal Rajarajeswari temple, Alleppey

The temple is located at the heart of Alleppey town. The presiding deity is Goddess Rajarajeswari. The temple celebrates two festivals every year. The nine-day 'Navarathri' festival is especially important. The last two days are the most auspicious days. Colorful processions participated by nine elephants are held in the evening. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the temple.

Alleppey Beach (3kms/ 15mnts)

This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alleppey. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. There is also an old lighthouse, which is greatly fascinating to visitors.

Sri Krishna temple, Ambalappuzha (20kms/ 30mnts drive)

The temple conforms to the typical Kerala style architecture. The main festival is celebrated during March/April. The temple is famous throughout Kerala for 'Palpayasam', milk porridge of exceptional sweetness prepared in a very large quantity and offered to the deity.

Arthunkal Church (22Kms/1hr)

This Christian Pilgrim centre near Cherthala is 22 km. north of Alleppey. The St. Andrews Church here was built by Portuguese missionaries. The annual feast of St. Sebastian is held here in the month of January.

Karumadikuttan (3km east of Ambalapuzha)

The small village near Ambalapuzha is known for the black granite idol of Lord Buddha known as Karumadikuttan. The idol dates back to 9th or 10th century

Chavara Bhavan (06Km from Alleppey)

The ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Thousands of devotees gather at this shrine. It can be reached only by boat from Alappuzha

Edathua Church (24Km away from Alappuzha)

This church, dedicated to St. George is of special significance as it is believed that prayers and offerings here help in healing all kinds of mental disorders and other ailments. The annual feast is held from 5th - 7th May and attracts devotees from all parts of south India.

Mararikulam (12Km away from Alappuzha)

Situated on the coast south of Alappuzha, it houses a quiet beach and has an adjoining fishing village.

Hospitals in Alleppey

Medical Collage Hospital
K.V.M. Hospital
Sahrudaya Hospital

Restaurant in Alleppey