Simmakkal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
After visiting Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam, 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.
Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple
After visiting Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thiruparankundram. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
St. Mary's Cathedral Church
St. Mary's Cathedral Church 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.
Goripalayam Mosque
After visiting Goripalayam Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Nature & Spiritual Trails of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Spiritual Trails of Old Town Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Heritage & Cultural Walk of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Day Trip to Thanjavur (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
Day Trip to Munnar (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
Our pick of the best Simmakkal Hotel Deals
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Hotel The Nook
"Good value for money, decent breakfast, and wholesome lunch.. Friendly staff always willing to help"
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2023
Courtyard by Marriott Madurai
"The room we were staying in had lot of noice due to some loading /unloading of material from trucks, we just couldn't sleep. We had complained about it the hotel staff and manager even on the first time but it was of no use, same loud & annoying noises came on the second day also. While checking ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Grand Madurai by GRT Hotels
"Need to maintain the facility better for the hotel rating"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Heritage Madurai
"Wonderful location aesthetics and family friendly."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Simmakkal
Madurai Main
If you're spending some time in Madurai Main, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Pudhu Mandapam are top sights worth seeing.
KK Nagar
Though KK Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Madurai Government Museum.
Goripalayam
When in Goripalayam, you can plan a visit to Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Arappalayam
Though Arappalayam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Madurai Government Museum.
Andalpuram
While Andalpuram isn't home to many top sights, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Madurai Government Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
