THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Madurai, India
Places to Visit in Madurai
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Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, Aayiram Kaal Mandapam, Walking Tours, Sacred & Religious Sites. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, Aayiram Kaal Mandapam, Walking Tours, Sacred & Religious Sites. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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- fromper adult (price varies by group size)₹13,788
- fromper group (up to 3)₹12,170
- Private Sightseeing Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹1,293
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹10,255
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)₹8,187
- Full-day Toursfromper adult₹13,290
- Multi-day Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹41,067
- Multi-day Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹1,65,454
- fromper group (up to 3)₹12,170
- Car Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹4,000
Religious Sites
Historic temple complex known for its intricate architecture, including a thousand-pillar mandapa and a golden lotus pond. Engage in rituals and admire the art and mythology.
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Historic Sites
Historic monument displaying Indo-Italian architecture with a central courtyard, intricate paintings, and massive pillars. Features a mini museum and a sound and light show.
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- DayTrip036400308761 contributionThe tour was amazing. To receive the maximum benefit I recommend requesting Rajesh as your tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and answered all our questions.Written 27 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SweetraUnited States290 contributionsThe museum is very pretty and there’s a bit to see. Your guide can explain everything in detail. It’s too bad that photography is not allowed. The pillars are perfectly aligned no matter which direction you look.Written 25 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TamilAmericanTirunelveli, India122 contributionsIf you have done the usual Madurai Meenakshiyambal temple and Mariamman koil theppakkulam and are still not done with indulging in the cultural heritage, look no further. This secluded temple on the mountain top nearby is the famous deity who gets immersed in the Vaigai every year. Do pay a visitWritten 12 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AKK1959Chennai (Madras), India298 contributionsArulmigu Solaimalai Murugan Temple is a powerful temple, located atop a hill covered with dense forests. Pazhamudhircholai is one among the 6 prominent abodes of Lord Muruga (Arupadaiveedu) in Alagar Hills Reserve Forest around 25 kms away from Madurai.
You have to climb the hill to reach this temple. There is road facility to reach the temple by car / bus / vans as well.Written 26 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sankar GBengaluru, India6 contributionsMadurai is a temple city where you can visit on pilgrimage.
Apart form that you can enjoy the food especially the non-vegetarian that is of true taste of Tamil authenticity. Temperature is quite hot even on winter days. Three days can be spent going around Madurai and explore the beauty of the city.Written 13 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vaidyanathan BBengaluru, India117 contributionsFrom the internet saw the opening time for Sunday evening was 6. Visited this place on 3rd March 2024 at 6pm and a BIG disappointment awaited us. The Palace was CLOSED and has been CLOSED for some weeks and will remain CLOSED for some more time for some work going on there. But the disappointment is that the authorities have failed to disclose this in the internet and other medium. Saw plenty of people coming and returning disappointed like us. Hope the authorities wake up and keep their information up-to-date for all to see and plan. Photos taken are all from outside only.Written 6 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- podrozniczka60New Jersey16,703 contributionsVery informative museum depicting the life and struggles of Mahatma Gandhi. Just 5 weeks ago we visited the Gandhi assassination museum in Delhi and it was our further opportunity to continue to learn more about his life. The museum is partially being renovated so unfortunately that takes away from the whole experience. The entry was free but we had to pay for the privilege of taking any photos, even with a cell phone.
The exhibits “read like a book“ and consisted of well composed and informative photo collages with ample historic explanations, dates, famous quotes and descriptions. They were chronological and engaging.
There were also some Tamil Nadu handicrafts on display .
Like all museums in India so far this one was also “dusty”.
Overall it is a very educational institution and a recommended stop for visitors interested in the history of modern India.Written 10 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ananth 727499Tiruppur, India1,514 contributionsThis temple is situated near Madurai maatuthaavani bus stand. From here take the route to othakadai.
Then take a right turn and go for about 2 KMS. The temple will be on your left side..
The temple complex is huge and it has a very big pond nearby..
Chalkrathaalvaar sannithi is very famous here .Written 15 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - sridharan2013Bengaluru, India1,249 contributions