Madurai Walks : City Highlights Temple and Market Tour

4.9
(76 reviews)
Madurai, India

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the magic of Madurai on our unforgettable walking tour! Wander through the city's lively streets, exploring charming neighbourhoods, bustling local markets, historic landmarks, and hidden gems along the way.

Our friendly, knowledgeable guides will share fascinating stories and secrets behind Madurai's most famous sights, making sure your visit is both memorable and full of insight. Come and experience the special charm of Madurai, where age-old tradition meets modern-day energy.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Private tour guide
Own Expenses
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For Morning Tour : Our Host will meet at the East Entrance of Meenakshi Temple in Madurai

End point
Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace

The Morning Tour Ending at the King's Palace.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

    On this Private Sri Meenakshi Temple tour in Madurai,With so much to see and learn, there's no better way than to have a knowledgeable local by your side. Check out its best-known spots as well as those little details that only a local expert knows about, like Thousand Pillars Museum and Sri Meenakshi Temple. Embark on an enriching journey where you'll get to know everything about this must-visit attraction with its ins and outs, its incredible history, insights, and fun facts. The more you explore, the more you'll discover why this place is so important to the locals and its cultural relevance.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Puthu Mandapam

    One of the most serene places to visit in Madurai, this ancient temple dates back to the year 1628 when it was built by King Thirumalai Nayakkar in reverence to the Lord Sundareshwar and Goddess Meenakshi and to serve as their summer abode. One thing that immediately strikes the visitors is the temple’s architectural magnificence and finesse. You will see 124 pillars and columns intricately carved with Hindu scriptures and scenes from the wedding of the Lord and the Goddess and those of the Nayaka dynasty rulers.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Walk through the ancient streets of madurai to see the local markets.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Banana market thair market

    Banana Market in Madurai is a wholesale market for bananas situated in Rukmanipalayam. The place sells as many as 16 varieties of the fruit and is a hot trading place in the city. The bananas are brought early in the morning from the factory outlets and are unbranched from the branches to sell them to the local vendor

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal

    Thirumalai Nayak palace is known as the living palace of the Nayak Kings, it was built in the 17th century and is a beautiful construction with several pillars and domes around. With only a fourth portion of this marvel surviving.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Aayiram Kaal Mandapam

    The Aayiram Kaal Mandapam is a hall of unparalleled beauty and grandeur, a true gem of Madurai, and a destination that should not be missed by those who are enamoured with history, architecture, and culture.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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