Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Kottayam February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Kottayam](https://expedia.ca/Kottayam-Hotels.d180590.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kottayam](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Kottayam.d180590.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Kottayam Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kottayam.d180590.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kottayam Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Kottayam.d180590.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Kottayam ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kottayam Types of activities [Kottayam travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Kottayam.dx180590) ![The drive from the beaches to the mountains is about 4 hours. It is dotted with small picturesque villages. The landscape and the fauna changes from palm trees to rubber to spice & tea gardens.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034176/c2a3c861-0f1e-4aac-ba66-ef0faafea6b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The drive from the beaches to the mountains is about 4 hours. It is dotted with small picturesque villages. The landscape and the fauna changes from palm trees to rubber to spice & tea gardens.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034176/c2a3c861-0f1e-4aac-ba66-ef0faafea6b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The backwaters of Kerala truly is one of the most magnificens placera I ever visited! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180590/c6489f80-cc50-4790-9292-31cac84b7749.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The lush greens are just mesmerizing #AquaTrove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034176/e59c6a36-3b78-4902-a873-8efb8866783a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This place is much much more beautiful than how it looks in this particular picture. The perfectly round star and the mesmerizing water holding that particular boat and life aboard! #bruisedpassports](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034176/e82a2eb2-e125-470d-826a-d324214d9ca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Kottayam Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Kottayam has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Kottayam is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_180590) ## Recommended things to do in Kottayam | Number of things to do | 20 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise](/things-to-do/shikara-boat-kuttanad-alappuzha-fantastic-boat-cruise.a48459505.activity-details): CA $23 | | Top 5 things to do | [Cultural Tour To Vaikom Village](/things-to-do/cultural-tour-to-vaikom-village.a2049398.activity-details)[Private 3 Bedroom Luxury Houseboat Trip in Alleppy Backwaters](/things-to-do/private-3-bedroom-luxury-houseboat-trip-in-alleppy-backwaters.a2067380.activity-details)[Alleppey Shikara boat ride](/things-to-do/alleppey-shikara-boat-ride.a48061848.activity-details)[Kochi: Kumarakom Day Trip with Shikara Cruise & more](/things-to-do/kochi-kumarakom-day-trip-with-shikara-cruise-more.a51315756.activity-details)[21hrs Houseboat Tour through Alleppeys Serene Canals & Local Life](/things-to-do/21hrs-private-houseboat-tour-at-alleppey.a3203951.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Alleppey Shikara boat ride](/things-to-do/alleppey-shikara-boat-ride.a48061848.activity-details)[Food Walk Alleppey (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Experience)](/things-to-do/food-walk-alleppey.a2747690.activity-details)[Heritage & Cultural Walk of Alleppey (Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleppey.a2747385.activity-details)[Alleppey Photography Guided Walk Tour with Tuk Tuk Ride](/things-to-do/alleppey-photography-guided-walk-tour-with-tuk-tuk-ride.a47855251.activity-details) | | With kids | [Cultural Tour To Vaikom Village](/things-to-do/cultural-tour-to-vaikom-village.a2049398.activity-details)[Cochin Heritage Tour With Alleppey Houseboat Cruise](/things-to-do/cochin-heritage-tour-with-alleppey-houseboat-cruise.a2049392.activity-details)[Food Walk Alleppey (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Experience)](/things-to-do/food-walk-alleppey.a2747690.activity-details)[Aleppey Backwater Tour with Kerala Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/aleppey-backwater-tour-with-kerala-traditional-lunch.a50186825.activity-details)[Heritage & Cultural Walk of Alleppey (Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleppey.a2747385.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kottayam --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kottayam ![Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary which includes bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139786/897e8f44-5db1-43d1-98f4-5c5bc5b5e555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Stroll through lush woodland on the banks of the Kerala backwaters to spot a fascinating variety of colorful and migratory birds. [](https://expedia.ca/Kumarakom-Bird-Sanctuary-Kottayam.d6139786.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kumarakom Boat Jetty 4.5/5(2 reviews) Explore the waterfront of Kumarakom Boat Jetty and enjoy other activities such as boating in Kumarakom. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kumarakom-Boat-Jetty-Kottayam.d6139782.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple 5/5(2 reviews) You can learn about the history of Ettumanoor with a trip to Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ettumanoor-Mahadeva-Temple-Ettumanoor.d553248630043277610.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kumarakom Backwaters Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kumarakom Backwaters during your travels in Kottayam. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kumarakom-Backwaters-Kottayam.d848149576597946368.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kottayam Cheriyapally You can learn about the history of Kottayam with a trip to Kottayam Cheriyapally. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kottayam-Cheriyapally-Kottayam.d553248630043277668.Vacation-Attraction) #### Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple After visiting Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kottayam. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.ca/Thirunakkara-Mahadeva-Temple-Kottayam.d6139784.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Mary's Church After visiting St. Mary's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kottayam. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Marys-Church-Kottayam.d553248630043277678.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nagambadam Stadium Catch an event at Nagambadam Stadium during your trip to Nagampadam. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Nagambadam-Stadium-Kottayam.d6104794.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. George Orthodox Church After visiting St. George Orthodox Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kottayam. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/St-George-Orthodox-Church-Kottayam.d933116989311119360.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Kottayam ![Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary featuring a river or creek as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139786/db385ef2-b632-499d-80e7-9d8c2afba00e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kumarakom ![#india #Kerala God's own country #Alleppey ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975853770/9c1144ab-2e99-402e-b6ac-815c669de25e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kainakary ![A serene scene from Kerala ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6136911/5fc2b35a-a9f8-4e4f-b12a-9141d2499aef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cherthala ![Driving through the tea gardens of Munnar in Kerala #Elsewhere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000463944/5b1fde8a-cd4d-4e37-9663-2b3aa06942d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kanjirappally ![Church By The Backwaters More at MariaDassTheWorld: https://wp.me/p7CVI8-1Sh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975860669/243d8406-20e7-4754-82e3-21b2a4c163bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mankombu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kottayam worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Kottayam? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Kottayam? ### Is three days enough to stay in Kottayam? ### What are some activities to do in Kottayam with kids? > - [Cultural Tour To Vaikom Village](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cultural-tour-to-vaikom-village.a2049398.activity-details) > - [Cochin Heritage Tour With Alleppey Houseboat Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cochin-heritage-tour-with-alleppey-houseboat-cruise.a2049392.activity-details) > - [Food Walk Alleppey (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Experience)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/food-walk-alleppey.a2747690.activity-details) > - [Aleppey Backwater Tour with Kerala Traditional Lunch](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/aleppey-backwater-tour-with-kerala-traditional-lunch.a50186825.activity-details) > - [Heritage & Cultural Walk of Alleppey (Guided Walking Tour)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleppey.a2747385.activity-details) ### What to do in Kottayam for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Kottayam? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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