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Things To See & Do
Varkala Beach
Stunning Cliff Beach
1-2 hours
Suggested Time
Janardhana Swamy Temple
An ancient temple in Kerala
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Kappil Lake
A Serene Estuary
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Bekal Fort Near Varkala
Kerala’s Largest Fort
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Anjengo Fort
A Historical Landmark
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Ponnumthuruthu Island
A Stunning Backwater Island
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
Thiruvambady Beach
A Black Sand Beach
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Best Time To Visit Varkala
All year round destination
OCT-MAR
Peak Season
APR-MAY
Moderate Season
JUN-SEP
Off-season
- What To Expect:Pleasant and balmy days with clear skies.
- Things You'll Love:Indulging in water sports, exploring the tourist attractions and attending the local festivals.
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Travel Options to reach Varkala
Our Recommendations
Flight to Cochin Airport, then Train to Varkala
Booking Options Starting From
₹7,324
Flight to Thiruvananthapuram Airport, then Train to Varkala
Booking Options Starting From
₹7,010
Stay in Varkala
Recommended Options
3 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹2,718
Zostel Varkala
Varkala Beach
₹1,655
Onwards
Rachana's Black Beach Resort
Varkala Beach
₹686
Onwards
Black Beach Resort
Varkala Beach
₹5,815
Onwards
4 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹9,073
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions
Mundayil Road
₹12,500
Onwards
Vakkom Palazzo
Vakkom
₹8,740
Onwards
Villa Sasha By Elixir Cliff Varkala
Aaliyirakkam Beach
₹5,980
Onwards
5 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹9,165
Solaris Beach View Resort Varkala By VOYE HOMES
Edava Beach
₹7,290
Onwards
Private Sea View Villa - Privasea
Edava Beach
₹11,040
Onwards
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Best Places to Visit in Varkala
Holiday on your mind? Varkala is an incredible tourist destination for Beach based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.
Top festivals celebrated here are Arattu Festival, Navratri, Thrikarthika and Onam in the months of March and October, October, November and October to September respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Varkala in October, November, December, January, February and March to enjoy pleasant and balmy days with clear skies! Even July, August and September is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering heavy to moderate rainfalls for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.
April, May and June is the off season for tourism in Varkala. Main things to do in Varkala are Varkala Beach, Janardhana Swamy Temple and Kappil Lake. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!
| Anjengo Fort, Janardhana Swamy Temple, Thiruvambady Beach, Ponnumthuruthu Island, Kappil Lake | |
| State | |
| October to March | |
| Things to Do in Varkala | Bekal Fort Near Varkala, Varkala Beach, Hindustan Beach Retreat, Indigo Homestay, Palmtree Bungalow |
| Places to visit in Varkala with Family | Deshadan Cliff & Beach Resort, InDa Hotel, Boho's Hotel, The Sanctum Spring Beach Resort, Trattorias |
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Varkala
What are some of the most famous restaurants and eateries to explore in Varkala?
If you are a foodie, Varkala is the right place for you. Varkala has many famous restaurants and eateries for you to explore, some of which are Cafe del Mar, Darjeeling Cafe and ABBA.
What are the best places to visit in Varkala?
The most loved attractions in Varkala are Varkala Beach, Janardhana Swamy Temple and Kappil Lake.
What is the best time to visit Varkala?
Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Varkala, you can choose to go in October, November, December, January, February and March which is the peak season and July, August and September which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.