Madurai is categorised as Heritage / Pilgrimage / Business and Transit
Reasons to Visit
- Madurai is one of the India's oldest cities with a history dating back to the 6th century BC.
- Madurai is an important cultural, religious and commercial center of South India.
- Madurai today is one of the busiest towns in Tamilnadu and visited for the Meenakshi temple
- Meenakshi temple at Madurai is awe-inspiring and is a must visit for any South India itinerary for both Indian as well as Overseas guests
- Madurai is also base point to visit significant Lord Murugan temples in the area
- Madurai is also a center of learning and people from all over the country come here to attain knowledge.
- Madurai Kamraj University is a pioneer educational institution.
- Madurai is also known for a gateway to Kerala for its proximity to Thekkady (140 km).
- Madurai is access point for visiting Hill stations of Munnar (150 km) and Kodaikanal (112 km).
- Madurai is where guests interested in ethnic cuisine can explore street food and authentic Tamil cuisine
Know It
- There are 4 gates to the Meenakshi temple and roads leading temple are full of narrow streets and roadside vendors. Overseas nationals are not allowed into Sanctum Sanctorum of Meenakshi Temple.
Recommendations
- Destinations offering Heritage Walks in India"Madurai walk takes guests through the ancient city of Madurai and through stories of kings, monuments, temples etc. all with a mix of modern and traditional. There is also a foodies walk for ethnic cuisine enthusiasts."
- Significant Hindu Pilgrimages in Tamil Nadu"Madurai is one of the major pilgrim centres of india. Meenakshi Temple at Madurai is a major tourist attraction and a Shakti Peetha Site. Two Arupadaiveedus Temples (abodes of Lord Muruga) are located near Madurai. Madurai is a must visit for any traveller to Tamil Nadu and visited as part of Heritage / Pilgrimage itineraries."
- Destinations in Tamil Nadu for the Holiday Traveller"Madurai (180 kms from Thanjavur) is a prime destination for any traveller to Tamilnadu. Meenakshi Temple is the most awesome example of temple architecture and is a renowned Hindu Temple and therefore most popular. Rameshwaram, another prime pilgrimage is at 160 kms and therefore popularly day visited. Madurai is popular for a 1 night stay (2 nights if Rameshwaram Excursion is to be considered). "
- Heritage Destinations of Tamil Nadu"Madurai is visited for the imposing Meenakshi Temple, one of the most visited heritage sites in India and one that is a must visit for any heritage traveller. "
- Airports and Access Points for Destinations in Kerala"Madurai Airport and Railway Stations are access points to plantation highlands of Thekkady (140 kms) and Munnar (150 kms)."
- Airports and Access Points for Destinations in Tamilnadu and Pondichery"Madurai Railway Station and Airports are access points for visiting plantation highlands of Meghamalai and Ravanasamudram, Pilgrimages of Rameshwaram / Tiruchendur / Tirunelveli and Port City of Tuticorin."
- Destinations to visit Arupadaiveedu Temples of Lord Murugan"Madurai is home to two Arupadiveedu Temples within 20 kms Radius. Arupadaiveedu Temple at Thirupparamkunram on the outskirts of Madurai is where it is believed that Kartikeya married Indra's daughter Deivanai. Pazhamudircholai on the outskirts of Madurai is where Lord Muruga is seen with both his consorts Deivanai and Valli. These temples are visited as part of Arudaiveedu pilgrimage itinerary."
Access Information
- Nearest Airport -Madurai
- Nearest Railway Station - Madurai
- Please click here for Road Getaways Ex-Madurai
- Madurai is connected by Air with Hyderabad, New Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai
- Madurai is connected by Day train with Bangalore, Chennai
- Madurai is connected by Overnight train with Ahmedabad, Cochin (Ernakulam), Pune, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai
- Madurai is connected by Day bus with Bangalore, Chennai
- Madurai is connected by Overnight Bus with Cochin (Ernakulam), Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai
Madurai
has
9
Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink
Category | Count |
Mid-segment | 1 |
Premium | 7 |
Luxury | 1 |
Type of Hotels | Count |
Hotel | 8 |
Resort | 1 |
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14 verified holiday itineraries are listed for Madurai
Category | Count |
Getaway (1-3 nights) | 3 |
Short Break (4-6 nights) | 3 |
Holiday (7 or more) | 8 |
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Getaway
- Kodai - Madurai Break (3 Nights)
- Madurai Pilgrim Getaway (2 Nights)
- Munnar - Madurai Break (3 Nights)
Short Break
- Christian Pilgrimages in Tamilnadu (4 Nights)
- Kodai - Munnar with Madurai (5 Nights)
- Thanjavur - Chettinad Experience with Madurai (6 Nights)
Holiday
- A week with Tamilnadu and Pondicherry Heritage (7 Nights)
- Best of Tamilnadu and Pondicherry Heritage with Kodaikanal (8 Nights)
- Kodai - Thekkady - Munnar with Madurai (7 Nights)
- Picturesque South with Goa (21 Nights)
- South India Coastal Explorer (12 Nights)
- South India Hindu Pilgrimage Itinerary (9 Nights)
- Temple Heritage of Tamilnadu (9 Nights)
- Total Temple Heritage Circuit of Tamil Nadu (10 Nights)
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Madurai has 34 Transport services that can be booked online. Click here for reviewing and booking them.
Airport Pickup or Drop
Services | Rates Starting From |
Pickup/Drop between Madurai Hotel and Airport | Rs. 656 |
Car On Disposal
Services | Rates Starting From |
2 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Kodaikanal Trip | Rs. 6125 |
2 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Ooty Trip | Rs. 8422 |
2 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Rameswaram and Kanyakumari Trip | Rs. 9540 |
2 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Rameswaram and Kodaikanal Trip | Rs. 8434 |
2 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Rameswaram Trip | Rs. 6360 |
2 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Thekkady and Munnar Trip | Rs. 7067 |
3 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Ooty Trip | Rs. 10189 |
3 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Thekkady and Munnar Trip | Rs. 9889 |
4 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Munnar, Alleppey and Cochin Trip | Rs. 11779 |
4 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Rameswaram, Kanyakumari and Kodaikanal Trip | Rs. 14252 |
4 days Car on Disposal from ex-Madurai to Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Trivandrum and Kovalam Trip | Rs. 12839 |
Day Sightseeing
Services | Rates Starting From |
Day Sightseeing in Madurai | Rs. 2120 |
Day Visit to Kodaikanal - Ex-Madurai | Rs. 4064 |
Day Visit to Munnar - Ex-Madurai | Rs. 5113 |
Day Visit to Palani - Ex-Madurai | Rs. 2887 |
Day Visit to Rameswaram - Ex-Madurai | Rs. 4300 |
Day Visit to Tiruchendur - Ex-Madurai | Rs. 4229 |
Point to Point Transport
Services | Rates Starting From |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Courtallam | Rs. 3652 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Kanyakumari | Rs. 5618 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Kodaikanal | Rs. 3834 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Kumbakonam | Rs. 5277 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Manapad | Rs. 4629 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Munnar | Rs. 3389 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Palani | Rs. 2816 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Rameshwaram | Rs. 3876 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Thanjavur | Rs. 4359 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Thekkady | Rs. 3652 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Tiruchendur | Rs. 3417 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Tirunelveli | Rs. 3770 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Tranquebar | Rs. 6431 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Trichy | Rs. 3193 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Tuticorin | Rs. 3399 |
Pickup from Madurai and Drop to Vailankanni | Rs. 6125 |
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Madurai
has
3
Add Ons approved and listed with Nivalink.
Category | Count |
Experience | 2 |
Walking Tours | 1 |
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Experience
Services | Rates Starting From |
Day Visit to Harvest Fresh Farms | Rs. 2350 |
Potters Village Tour | Rs. 4500 |
Walking Tours
Services | Rates Starting From |
A Walk through Madurai | Rs. 2500 |
8 Travel Ideas listed for Madurai. Click here for reviewing them.
Destination Ideas
- Aarupadai Veedu – Six Abodes of Lord Murugan
- Golden Chariot - Luxury Train Experience
- Madurai Heritage Getaway - Travel Idea for Heritage Getaway
- Madurai Pilgrimage
- Rameshwaram Pilgrimage
Stay Ideas
- Heritage Madurai – A Heritage Getaway
- Kadambavanam Resort – A Cultural Getaway
- The Gateway Hotel Madurai – A Premium getaway
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