Madurai Main Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Madurai Main
Popular places to visit
Meenakshi Amman Temple
After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Thirumalai Nayak Palace
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Thirumalai Nayak Palace during your travels in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
ISKCON Madurai, Sri Sri Radha Mathurapati Temple
ISKCON Madurai, Sri Sri Radha Mathurapati Temple is just one of the places to see in Madurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Pudhu Mandapam
Find out about the history of Madurai when you spend time at Pudhu Mandapam.
South Veli Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at South Veli Street during your stay in Madurai.
Koodal Azhagar Temple
Koodal Azhagar Temple is just one of the places to see in Madurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Activities
Heritage & Cultural Walk of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Spiritual Trails of Old Town Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Day Trip to Thanjavur (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion
Day Trip to Munnar (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
Madurai Rickshaw Ride Tour: Unveil the Hidden Gems
Our pick of the best Madurai Main Hotel Deals
Royal Court
Room is ok for the price.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Lotus
Good
Reviewed on 11 May 2025
Poppys Hotel
Aircon remote is not easy to use.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Padmam Hotel
Helpful staff, location is close to some modern and traditional dining restaurants
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2024
Hotel Supreme
Over all the stay was OK.. Bathroom taps are rested and to be replaced. Staff especially at check-in point was very good
Reviewed on 9 June 2025
TM Hotel
Ideal location set close to train station and temple. Staff helpful, one spoke good English. Hotel is in dire need of re-furbishment. Comfy mattress, decent aircon, WiFi adequate. Decor not great, old fashioned. Toilet and shower desperately needs refurb. Was clean but old stains remain that can’t ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2023
Other neighbourhoods around Madurai Main
Simmakkal
While Simmakkal isn't home to many top sights, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum - Madurai are some notable places to visit nearby.
Goripalayam
When in Goripalayam, you can plan a visit to Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Agrini Township
While there might not be top attractions in Agrini Township, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum - Madurai.
Arappalayam
Though Arappalayam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum - Madurai.
Andalpuram
While Andalpuram isn't home to many top sights, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Vaigai River are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tallākulam
While Tallākulam isn't home to many top sights, Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
