Discover Kannur

Beaches, forts, backwaters, hills, and temples in one beautiful trip

Kannur is a coastal escape with quiet beaches, colonial history, island views, green hill stations, sacred temples, and family-friendly attractions. Plan a half-day city ride, a beach sunset route, or a full sightseeing circuit with Kannur Taxi.

Scenic Kannur coastline
Kannur sightseeing

From sea breeze to misty hills

Start with Payyambalam Beach and St. Angelo Fort, continue to Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, then stretch the journey into Paithalmala, Palakkayam Thatt, or the temple towns around Kannur.

  • Custom routes

    Choose beaches, forts, hill stations, temples, parks, or a relaxed mix of everything.

  • Flexible timings

    Morning temple trips, afternoon backwater rides, evening beach sunsets, and day tours.

  • Comfortable taxi travel

    Local drivers, clean vehicles, pickup from Kannur, airport, railway station, or hotel.

Main Attractions

Popular places to visit in Kannur

Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach Beach

Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach

Kerala's famous drive-in beach, loved for long sandy stretches, sunset rides, and sea-facing photos.

Kannur Fort Heritage

Kannur Fort

St. Angelo Fort offers sea views, old stone walls, and a calm walk through Kannur's colonial history.

Payyambalam Beach Sunset

Payyambalam Beach

A peaceful beach for evening walks, family time, and golden sunset views close to Kannur town.

Dharmadam Island Island

Dharmadam Island

A small green island near Thalassery, best enjoyed for coastal views and quiet nature moments.

Paithalmala hill station Hill Station

Paithalmala

Misty trails, rolling greenery, and wide viewpoints make this a favorite hill escape from Kannur.

Kavvayi kayaking Backwaters

Kavvayi Kayaking

A scenic backwater experience with calm channels, village views, and a refreshing outdoor feel.

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More places to add to your Kannur route

Coastal, heritage, and family attractions

  • Thalassery Fort

    A historic seaside fort known for strong laterite walls, old gateways, and views toward the Arabian Sea.

  • Dharmadam Island

    A quiet island near Thalassery surrounded by beach scenery, shallow waters, and coconut greenery.

  • Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach

    A rare drive-in beach where travelers can enjoy the coast from the comfort of the road and sand.

  • Arakkal Museum

    A heritage stop that shares the story of Kerala's only Muslim royal family and Kannur's maritime past.

  • Mappila Bay

    A photogenic fishing harbor area near the fort, with boats, sea walls, and a local coastal atmosphere.

  • Kannur Fort

    Also known as St. Angelo Fort, this landmark is ideal for history, sea views, and relaxed walking.

  • Light House

    A favorite viewpoint for seeing Kannur town, the beach line, and wide blue sea from above.

  • Payyambalam Beach

    A clean and calm town beach, perfect for sunset stops, family visits, and evening drives.

  • Kavvayi Kayaking

    A backwater adventure route with still waters, mangrove views, and slow scenic movement.

  • Vayalapra Floating Park

    A fun waterfront leisure stop with floating paths, boating vibes, and family-friendly views.

  • Madayipara

    A laterite hill landscape known for seasonal flowers, open skies, and beautiful monsoon greenery.

  • Choottad Beach

    A quieter coastal spot with open sand, gentle waves, and a relaxed local beach feel.

  • Mattool Pets Station

    A family-friendly animal and leisure stop that works well in a relaxed local sightseeing plan.

  • Parassini Snake Park

    An educational wildlife visit near Parassinikadavu, popular with families and school groups.

Hill stations and waterfalls

  • Paithalmala

    A highland viewpoint with mist, trekking paths, and one of the most refreshing drives from Kannur.

  • Ezharakund Waterfalls

    A nature escape with rocky cascades, forest freshness, and a peaceful waterfall setting.

  • Palakkayam Thatt

    A green hilltop destination with cool air, viewpoints, and adventure activities in season.

  • Sasipara

    A quiet viewpoint surrounded by hills and greenery, ideal for a slow scenic drive.

  • Kanjirakolli Waterfalls

    A forest-side waterfall route known for cool climate, nature views, and monsoon beauty.

Need a simple route?

For a one-day Kannur sightseeing plan, combine Kannur Fort, Light House, Arakkal Museum, Mappila Bay, Payyambalam Beach, and Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach. For nature lovers, add Paithalmala or Palakkayam Thatt as a separate day trip.

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Temples and spiritual places

  • Parassini Temple

    A famous riverside temple at Parassinikadavu, deeply connected with local devotion and rituals.

  • Madayikavu

    A revered temple near Madayi, known for its spiritual importance and traditional setting.

  • Peralassery Temple

    A popular temple known for its serene pond, devotional atmosphere, and traditional architecture.

  • Mridungasaileshwari Temple

    A sacred hill temple associated with strong local legends and peaceful surroundings.

  • Kottiyoor Temple

    A major pilgrimage destination set in a forest-river landscape, especially known during festival season.

  • Cherukunnu Annapoorneshwari Temple

    A graceful temple dedicated to Annapoorneshwari Devi, known for devotion and calm temple grounds.

  • Thrichambaram Temple

    A respected Krishna temple in Taliparamba with rich rituals and a long cultural tradition.

  • Vaidyanatha Temple

    A peaceful Shiva temple that fits well into a North Kannur spiritual travel circuit.

  • Rajarajeshwara Temple

    One of Kerala's important Shiva temples, admired for its heritage, architecture, and sacred presence.

  • Mamanam Temple

    A local devotional stop that can be added to a custom temple route around Kannur.

  • Subrahmanya Swami Temple, Payyanur

    A prominent Payyanur temple dedicated to Lord Subrahmanya, ideal for a North Kannur temple visit.