{"id":661,"date":"2025-03-18T09:57:32","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T09:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.keralaorbit.in\/blog\/?p=661"},"modified":"2025-03-18T10:01:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T10:01:07","slug":"3-day-travel-itinerary-for-visiting-kannur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/keralaorbit.com\/blog\/3-day-travel-itinerary-for-visiting-kannur\/","title":{"rendered":"3-Day Travel Itinerary for Visiting Kannur"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Kannur, with its mix of beaches, history, temples, and cultural experiences, offers an unforgettable trip. This 3-day itinerary<\/strong> ensures a well-rounded visit covering historical sites, natural beauty, and cultural experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 1 – History & Beaches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Morning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. St. Angelo Fort (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM)<\/strong>\n
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    • Explore this historic Portuguese fort with stunning sea views.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach (9:30 AM – 10:30 AM)<\/strong>\n
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      • Enjoy driving along India\u2019s longest drive-in beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Midday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Arakkal Museum (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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          • Learn about Kerala\u2019s only Muslim royal family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Entry Fee:<\/strong> \u20b920 for adults<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Lunch at a Traditional Kerala Restaurant (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)<\/strong>\n
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            • Try Malabar Biryani, seafood, or Kerala Sadhya at Odhens<\/strong> or MVK Restaurant<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Afternoon<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Payyambalam Beach (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                • Relax at this clean, less crowded beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Kannur Lighthouse (3:30 PM – 4:30 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Arabian Sea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Entry Fee:<\/strong> \u20b920 for adults<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Evening<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    1. Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                      • Witness the mystical Theyyam performance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Sunset at Meenkunnu Beach (6:30 PM – 7:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                        • A peaceful beach perfect for sunset views.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                          Dinner & Stay<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                          • Dinner at Odhens Restaurant (7:30 PM – 8:30 PM)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Stay at a beachfront resort in Kannur<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                            Day 2 – Nature & Adventure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                            Morning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                            1. Madayipara (7:30 AM – 9:00 AM)<\/strong>\n
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                              • A scenic hilltop with wildflowers and history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Peralassery Temple (9:30 AM – 10:30 AM)<\/strong>\n
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                                • Famous for its ancient step-well<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                  Midday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                  1. Lunch at a Local Restaurant (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                    • Enjoy local delicacies at a nearby eatery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • Ezhimala Hills & Naval Academy Viewpoint (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                      • A scenic hill with a military academy nearby.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Restricted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                        Afternoon & Evening<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                        1. Dharmadam Island (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                          • A small island accessible by foot at low tide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Sunset at Thottada Beach (5:30 PM – 6:30 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                            • A quiet, scenic beach to relax.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                              Dinner & Stay<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                              • Dinner at MVK Restaurant (7:30 PM – 8:30 PM)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                              • Stay at a beach resort in Thottada<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                                Day 3 – Cultural & Offbeat Attractions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                                                Morning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                                1. Paithalmala (7:00 AM – 11:00 AM)<\/strong>\n
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                                                  • A beautiful hill station for nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                  • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                    Midday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                                    1. Lunch at a Traditional Kerala Restaurant (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    2. Kannur Handloom Weaving Centre (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                                      • Explore the rich handloom tradition of Kannur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                      • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                        Afternoon & Evening<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                                                          \n
                                                        1. Ezhimala Beach (4:00 PM – 5:30 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                                          • A scenic beach near the Ezhimala hills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                          • Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                          • Shopping at Kannur Market (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM)<\/strong>\n
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                                                            • Buy local spices, handloom products, and Kerala souvenirs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                              Dinner & Departure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                                              • Dinner at a Local Restaurant (8:00 PM – 9:00 PM)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                              • Departure from Kannur<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                                                Kannur Tourist Attractions Table<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                                                                Place<\/strong><\/th>Popularity<\/strong><\/th>Avg. Time Spent<\/strong><\/th>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                                                                St. Angelo Fort<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Payyambalam Beach<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Kannur Lighthouse<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>\u20b920<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Arakkal Museum<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>\u20b920<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Meenkunnu Beach<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>30 mins<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Madayipara<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Peralassery Temple<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Ezhimala Hills & Naval Academy Viewpoint<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Restricted<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Dharmadam Island<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Thottada Beach<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Paithalmala<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>4 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Kannur Handloom Weaving Centre<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Ezhimala Beach<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                                Kannur Market<\/td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                                                                This 3-day itinerary<\/strong> ensures a balance of history, beaches, culture, and adventure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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