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Best Things to Do in Kovalam

The places, attractions and experiences worth your time in and around Kovalam - and the homes that put you close to them.

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Attractions & Places to Visit in Kovalam

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DakshinaChitra
DakshinaChitra
4 km · about 10 min by road

Showcases South Indian heritage and crafts

Thiruvanmiyur Beach
Thiruvanmiyur Beach
21.2 km · about 55 min by road

Quiet and less crowded beach

Kovalam Beach
Kovalam Beach

Popular for surfing and relaxation

Muttukadu Backwaters
Muttukadu Backwaters

Ideal for boating and scenic views

Covelong Beach
Covelong Beach
0.2 km · about 5 min by road

Popular for surfing and watersports, with a vibrant fishing village.

Muttukadu Boat House
Muttukadu Boat House
2.2 km · about 5 min by road

Offers various water sports and serene backwater cruises.

MGM Dizzee World
MGM Dizzee World
4.2 km · about 10 min by road

Popular amusement park with rides and entertainment.

ECR Beach
ECR Beach
7.5 km · about 20 min by road

Long, scenic stretch of coastline perfect for relaxation.

VIT Chennai
VIT Chennai
12.2 km · about 30 min by road

VIT Chennai in Kandigai.

Cholamandal Artists' Village
Cholamandal Artists' Village
14.8 km · about 40 min by road

Oldest artists' village in India, promoting contemporary art.

Tiger Cave
Tiger Cave
15.5 km · about 40 min by road

Rock-cut shrine with tiger-head carvings, near the beach.

Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram
19.9 km · about 50 min by road

Mahabalipuram in Thomas Beach.

Paradise Beach
Paradise Beach
19.9 km · about 50 min by road

Secluded beach accessible by boat, ideal for relaxation.

Krishna's Butterball, Mahabalipuram
Krishna's Butterball, Mahabalipuram
20 km · about 50 min by road

A giant balancing rock, defying gravity for centuries.

Mahabalipuram Shore Temple
Mahabalipuram Shore Temple
20.1 km · about 50 min by road

UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient rock-cut temples.

Shore Temple
Shore Temple
20.1 km · about 50 min by road

Ancient structural temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal.

Mahabalipuram Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach
21 km · about 55 min by road

Scenic coastline ideal for relaxation and water activities.

Five Rathas, Mahabalipuram
Five Rathas, Mahabalipuram
21.2 km · about 55 min by road

Monolithic rock-cut temples, a marvel of Pallava architecture.

Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach)
Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach)
23.2 km · about 60 min by road

Quieter beach popular for evening strolls and local eateries.

Guindy National Park
Guindy National Park
23.9 km · about 60 min by road

Smallest national park in India, home to diverse flora and fauna.

Thiruvanmiyur Beach

6 places inside half an hour of Kovalam.

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