Full Day Guided Tour:Discover Madurai's Top Attractions

5.0
(24 reviews)

6 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it to the local for an enlightening introduction to the city. With our private tours, you'll skip the mundane historical tours and experience the city through the eyes of a real local. Our Licensed local guides are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and insights. The will offer an authentic and personal experience. By the end of the tour, you will feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Private tour for just you and your group. Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality . Get a deeper insight into Madurai's life than possible alone . See Madurai through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems.

What's Included

Private Tour Guide
Entry Fee for Foreigners
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Own Expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up our guests from any hotels in the city.

OR
Meeting point

We pick up our guests from any hotels in the city.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Subramaniya Swamy Temple , dedicated to the Hindu god Murugan that is known as a handsome son of the Lord Shiva. Due to being having the deity of the one of the favourite Gods which Tamil’s worship, this temple in Madurai receives devotees and pilgrims in large numbers every day and throughout the year.

    50 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    On the outskirts of Madurai near Thiruparankundram, about 200 families in the interesting village of Vilachery craft small idols of Lord Ganesh for Ganesh Chaturthi and Bommai Kolu dolls for Navaratri out of clay. They also make nativity sets for Christmas. It's possible to take a walk through the village and see the artisans at work in their homes.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Banana market thair market

    Madurai's wholesale banana market is a fascinating place to visit. Apparently, 16 varieties of bananas are sold there! They arrive, clustered together on branches, by the cart load.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The Flower Market is a true pleasure for the senses (at least for the visitor’s sight and smell). Similarly, the flower market is one of the best places to mingle with the locals. Although it is very frequented by tourists, it continues to be one of the most traditional bazaars in Madurai.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The Samanar hills in Madurai have been declared as a historically rich site and protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India. The hills are so called because it is common in Tamil Nadu to refer to ascetic sites, particularly of Jain tradition as Samanar.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    One of the Most Beautiful Local Folklore temple and Iconic Photo Location.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

    Architectural Wonder Of Tamilnadu

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 8

    The thousand pillar mandapam is regarded as the 'wonder of the palace'. There are around 985 beautifully decorated columns. Each pillar is beautifully sculptured and presents the glory of the Dravidan sculpture. This hall also houses a Temple Art Museum, where you can see icons, photographs, drawings, etc., exhibiting the 1200 years old history.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal

    Explore king's palace a remarkable 17th-century king that has been the scene of the most important monument of madurai 's history since the 17 th century.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 10

    Formerly known as PUDHU MANDAPAM Market where you can enjoy the most typical products of the province. Duration: 15 minutes

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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