
Kerala · most people spend 3–5 days
KannurTravel guide · tours · day trips · things to do
Discover Kannur
Our own itineraries · private car and driver throughout · real photographs only
The short version
About Kannur
Kannur is a city in Kerala.
Kannur has 9 places to visit, including St. Angelo Fort, Tellicherry Fort and Sree Jagannatha Temple, 155 places to stay and 8 travel agents.
Kannur is best known for Theyyam performance, St Angelo Fort and Payyambalam Beach. Most visitors give it 3–5 days.
It combines well with Alappuzha, Athirapally, Bekal and Guruvayur, all within a day of Kannur.
Worth knowing
- State
- Kerala
- Good for
- Culture, Food, Local Experience, Heritage
- Typical stay
- 3–5 days
Last updated 2 October 2026 · Compiled by The Trip India from verified listings, destination records and traveller reviews.
- Visit Kannur during winter for pleasant weather
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
What people come for
Places to visit in Kannur
These are the Kannur sights our own itineraries actually visit, ranked by how often they appear — so the order reflects what a Kannur trip really includes.
Bookable on their own
Day trips in Kannur
Short outings that book on their own — no package needed. Each is a one-day trip from Kannur with a private car and driver.
Weather and seasons
Best time to visit Kannur
The year divides into three seasons, and each changes what there is to do.
20–29°C
≈139 mm rain
23–32°C
≈324 mm rain
22–26°C
≈2172 mm rain
What it costs
- Budget
- ₹800/day
- Mid-range
- ₹2,000/day
- Luxury
- ₹5,000+/day
Is Kannur safe?
Kannur is generally safe for tourists.
Who to book with
Popular travel agencies in Kannur
Local operators based in Kannur, promoted first.
Kannur Tours and Holidays
Kannur Tours and Holidays is a Kannur-based tour operator offering curated travel packages and destination experiences across Kerala and South India.
Ranked #3
Ranked #4Getting around
Taxi rentals in Kannur
Cabs and drivers based in Kannur, promoted first.
Top taxi rentals in KannurWhere to stay
Hotels in Kannur
Places to stay in Kannur, grouped by the kind of stay - resorts, homestays and everything between. Promoted properties appear first.
Combines well with
Places to visit near Kannur
Real photographs only
Kannur photos
Every image below is a real photograph from one of our Kannur itineraries. Stand-in image files are never shown.

Kozhikode, Malappuram & Kannur, 3 Days

Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kannur & Wayanad, 4 Days

Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kannur, Wayanad & Bekal, 5 Days

Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kannur, Wayanad, Bekal & Kasaragod, 6 Days

Mahe, Kozhikode & Kannur, 4 Days

Mahe & Kannur, 3 Days

Mahe, Kannur & Kozhikode, 4 Days

Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, White Town, Auroville & Kannur, 8 Days