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Most people spend 4–6 days From ₹5,000 per person 15 itineraries include Kollam Kerala
The short version
About Kollam
Kollam is a city in Kerala.
Kollam has 153 places to stay, 8 travel agents and 1 taxi rental.
Kollam is best known for Ashtamudi Lake, Thangassery lighthouse and Cashew processing. Most visitors give it 4–6 days.
It combines well with Alappuzha, Athirapally, Bekal and Guruvayur, all within a day of Kollam.
Worth knowing
- State
- Kerala
- Good for
- Culture, Food, Local Experience, Heritage
- Typical stay
- 4–6 days
Last updated 5 October 2026 · Compiled by The Trip India from verified listings, destination records and traveller reviews.
- Visit Kollam during winter for pleasant weather
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
What people come for
Places to visit in Kollam
These are the Kollam sights our own itineraries actually visit, ranked by how often they appear — so the order reflects what a Kollam trip really includes.
Bookable on their own
Day trips in Kollam
Short outings that book on their own — no package needed. Each is a one-day trip from Kollam with a private car and driver.
Weather and seasons
Best time to visit Kollam
The year divides into three seasons, and each changes what there is to do.
WinterNov-Feb
SummerMar-May
MonsoonJun-Sep
Nov-FebWinter
21–30°C
≈314 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Mar-MaySummer
24–32°C
≈423 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Jun-SepMonsoon
23–27°C
≈989 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
What it costs
- Budget
- ₹800/day
- Mid-range
- ₹2,000/day
- Luxury
- ₹5,000+/day
Is Kollam safe?
Kollam is generally safe for tourists.
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Who to book with
Popular travel agencies in Kollam
Local operators based in Kollam, promoted first.
Ranked #1PUNCHIRY TOURS AND HOLIDAYS
travel agent
Kollam, Kerala
PUNCHIRY TOURS AND HOLIDAYS is a tour operators listed with Kerala Tourism.
Ranked #2Ranked #3Ranked #4Getting around
Taxi rentals in Kollam
Cabs and drivers based in Kollam, promoted first.
Top taxi rentals in Kollam
Combines well with
Places to visit near Kollam
Real photographs only
Kollam photos
Every image below is a real photograph from one of our Kollam itineraries. Stand-in image files are never shown.
Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala & Kollam, 4 Days
Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala, Kollam & Pathanamthitta, 5 Days
Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala, Kollam, Pathanamthitta & Kumarakom, 6 Days
Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kumarakom & Alappuzha, 7 Days
Varkala, Kollam, Kovalam & Thiruvananthapuram, 4 Days
Varkala, Kollam, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram & Pathanamthitta, 5 Days
Varkala, Kollam, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta & Kumarakom, 6 Days
Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam, Varkala & Kollam, 4 Days