Madurai Travel Guide
Madurai, known as the 'Athens of the East', is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Famous for its magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple and rich cultural heritage.
Tour Packages in Madurai
Choose from curated pilgrim-friendly itineraries starting in Madurai
4 tour packages availableMadurai Local Sightseeing Tour
Tour Highlights
- Meenakshi Amman Temple - Famous temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar
- Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace - Magnificent 17th-century palace built by King Thirumalai Nayakkar
Madurai 2-Day Complete Tour
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple, Koodal Alagar Temple
- Day 2: Alagarkovil, Palamuthir Solai Murugan Temple, Narasingam Temple, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Theppakulam Water Tank
Madurai to Rameswaram 2-Day Tour
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Pamban Bridge, Abdul Kalam Memorial
- Day 2: Ramanathar Temple (Main Temple Darshan), Arichal Munai Point, Dhanushkodi, Panjamugam Hanuman Temple, Natarajar Temple, Laxman Temple
Madurai to Rameswaram, Kanyakumari & Trivandrum 5-Day Tour
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Madurai local sites (Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple), Rameswaram sightseeing (Pamban Bridge, Abdul Kalam Memorial)
- Day 2: Rameswaram Ramanathar Temple Darshan, Arichal Munai, Dhanushkodi, Panjamugam Hanuman Temple, travel to Kanyakumari
Sacred Temples in Madurai
6 temples found in Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Tamil NaduMeenakshi Amman Temple
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Famous temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.
Koodal Azhagar Temple
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his reclining posture.
Thirupparankundram Murugan temple
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Sacred temple dedicated to Lord Murugan.
Alagar Koyil
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known for its architectural beauty and religious significance.
Palamuthir Solai Murugan Temple
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, known for its architectural beauty and religious significance.
Narasimha Swamy Temple
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known for its architectural beauty and religious significance.
Nearby attractions in Madurai
Discover the best attractions, historical sites, and natural wonders in Madurai
3 places to exploreThirumalai Nayakkar Mahal
Magnificent palace built by King Thirumalai Nayakkar in the 17th century.
Key Highlights
- Historical architecture
- Palace ruins
- Scenic views
Gandhi Memorial Museum
Dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, showcasing his life, philosophy, and the freedom struggle.
Key Highlights
- Historical exhibits
- Gandhi memorabilia
- Educational
Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
Large temple tank with an island temple, famous for the Float Festival during Thai month.
Key Highlights
- Temple tank
- Island temple
- Festival venue