Famous Toursit Places in Kanyakumari

Being the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari tours, is sure to be taken at least once in a lifetime. After all, who won’t like to visit the southernmost tip of Indian mainland!

Situated about 86 kms southeast of Thiruvananthapuram, it’s the meeting point of the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. Also, the place is home to another unique geographical phenomenon that lets you to capture the glimpse of sunset and sunrise on the same beach!



The city is said to be named after the Hindu Goddess Kanyakumari, who by the natives is also known as Kumari Amman. You can explore a place of worship dedicated to this Goddess in the very southernmost tip of the city.

Kanyakumari tours give you a glimpse of the very mixed yet rich culture as well as the profound heritage. Natives of this city use Tamil and Malayalam as their foremost lingoes. There are innumerable best tourist places in Kanyakumari that speak loud about the erstwhile aura, modern aspects and monumental past of this city.

Most Popular Tourist Places in Kanyakumari 

Vivekananda Rock Memorial: While you take a tour to Kanyakumari, it’s obvious to walk down the most famous spot over here- the Vivekananda Rock Memorial. People flock to this famous tourist place to spot sunrise and sunset.


With a soothing morning breeze kissing your cheeks softly with visual treats, Vivekananda Rock Memorial is something you must not miss! The blend of hues during sunset and sunrise will take your breath away!

Vattakottai Fort: This fortress is one of the most eminent memorial places & a standing illustration of the exemplary art. This fort is built on the seaboard by Captain Lannoy, and it served them as a shelter from the Dutch.


The fort has been made in an area of about 6 acres. Stone has been used widely to make this fort and its high walls. Now, this fort is being promoted as a picnic spot owing to its panoramic milieu.

Mathur Hanging Trough/ Bridge: It’s the adventurous yet exciting tourist spot in Kanyakumari that for one moment will enthrall you with its stunning architecture. The construction of this bridge took place in 1966 across the River Parazhiyar. It’s is the tallest yet longest bridge in Asia that is 115 feet high and 1 kilometer long.


Right from the top of this bridge you can take some splendid sights of Kanyakumari which will remain alive in your heart for years to come! While being in this city, the bridge is worth a watch!

Padmanabhapuram Palace: It’s nearby the place Thuckalay - a township in the district of Kanyakumari. The palace is made of granite and has its edges across 4 kms. Tucked in the foothills of the Veli Hills, this palace has panoramic views.



Now the palace is being managed under the Archeological Department of Kerala. The palace is said to be the dwelling of the erstwhile Travancore ruler before the capital city was shifted to Thiruvananthapuram. The exterior outlook of the palace reflects the architecture of Kerala.

When to Visit Kanyakumari?

Though the city is a year round destination, the best time to visit Kanyakumari is from December to February. At this period the weather climate remains pleasant and temperature hovers minimum 17 degree Celsius to maximum 32 degree Celsius.

During summer from March to May the weather climates remain soothing so that tourist can enjoy sightseeing. If you’re planning to embark on Kanyakumari tours during monsoon (June to September) you’ll love the rainfalls and thunderstorms making the city even more scenic!

Means of Transport to Get in

Kanyakumari is accessible via the means of transport both by rail and air. You can get in there through rail that takes you to its nearby Kanyakumari railway junction in the Trivandrum Central connecting all the major rail routes of India. The nearby airport is Trivandrum International airport that is sited at a distance of 87 kms from Kanyakumari. There are many other road transports too accessible to reach this southernmost city of India.