Alleppey Tourist Places Near Your Houseboat: Top Attractions

Your houseboat is the star of an Alleppey trip, but the town and surroundings have plenty worth seeing before or after your cruise. Here are the top tourist places near your houseboat.

Alleppey Beach & Pier

About 3 km from the centre, Alleppey Beach has a historic 19th-century pier, a lighthouse nearby, and lovely sunsets — a relaxing spot to unwind.

Alleppey Lighthouse

One of Kerala's older lighthouses, near the beach, with views over the coastline for those who climb up.

Mullakkal Temple & Market

The Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple is a well-known local landmark, and the surrounding Mullakkal market is great for spices, textiles, and street snacks.

Kuttanad Paddy Fields

The famous below-sea-level farmland of Kuttanad — striking green paddy fields best seen from the water.

Vembanad Lake & Punnamada

Vembanad Lake and Punnamada (home of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race) are the scenic heart of the backwaters.

Village Canoe Tours

A small canoe tour goes where big houseboats can't — deep into narrow village canals like Kainakari for an up-close look at Kerala village life.

Suggested Plan

Do your overnight houseboat cruise, then after check-out add a morning canoe tour, the temple and market, and the beach at sunset. See our things to do in Alleppey guide for a full itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top tourist places in Alleppey?

Alleppey Beach and pier, the lighthouse, Mullakkal temple and market, the Kuttanad paddy fields, and Vembanad/Punnamada lakes — plus the backwaters themselves.

What can I do besides the houseboat?

Visit the beach, take a village canoe tour, explore the market and temple, and see the Kuttanad paddy fields.

Plan the whole trip with our Kerala Houseboat Guide.

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