Title: Things to Do in Madurai in 2026 | Expedia.com [Madurai Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Madurai.dx1658)[Hotels in Madurai](https://expedia.com/Madurai-Hotels.d1658.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Madurai](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Madurai.d1658.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Madurai](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Madurai.d1658.Car-Rental-Guide)[Madurai Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Madurai.d1658.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Madurai ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Madurai Types of activities Where to stay [Madurai Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Madurai.dx1658) ![Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1658/b1f78754-1090-41d1-84c0-37e722eb8fa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hindu temple details](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1658/1c325208-3750-4191-a166-2f9a301ddb62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Intricately sculpted gopuram (tower) of Azhagar Temple, a historic Dravidian-style Hindu temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. The colorful carvings depict mythological figures and divine stories.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1658/9bb4429f-98df-4c18-a059-127df8e817d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![palais de Madurai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1658/62607925-276a-45f9-8c7b-192b045c8d06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1658/b42541dd-3fcd-4a52-9dff-958a7aa860ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Madurai Attractions If you're chasing things to do in Madurai, get ready to be busy. This buzzing city knows how to have a good time. No matter your tastes, you'll be wowed by the huge range of tourist attractions to dive into here. Keep reading to learn about a few of the favorites. Explore the sights of Madurai with some unique [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=1658&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or get through our list of {32 fun activities in Madurai [fun activities in Madurai](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=1658&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can relax and focus on planning an unforgettable vacation. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Madurai ### Tours & day trips [See all 32 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Nature & Spiritual Trails of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3523144/771eb0e8-2369-4e3b-86f6-a0def189dc3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nature & Spiritual Trails of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) 3h 8/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $18 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nature-spiritual-trails-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3523144.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49291086/a8d21a62-3df4-4693-88a8-4664943b6ae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion 8h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-of-madurai-city-with-guide-for-a-cultural-immersion.a49291086.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Savouring Madurai Private Street Food Tour of Madurai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48687599/587051fb-b90e-46f2-9d0a-285f0879e92a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Savouring Madurai Private Street Food Tour of Madurai 3h Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults 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& fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/heritage-cultural-walk-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3517774.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Madurai to Megamalai Hills Tour - Grapes Farm & Tea Estates](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51697657/43897f9f-dc07-43d6-af19-3171fb9c3cc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madurai to Megamalai Hills Tour - Grapes Farm & Tea Estates 10h Free cancellation available $158 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/madurai-to-megamalai-hills-tour-grapes-farm-tea-estates.a51697657.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Cultural & Legacy Tour: From Pondicherry to Kumbakonam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51777536/85c32c5a-0696-4bc6-9c59-e1768805ca39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cultural & Legacy Tour: From Pondicherry to Kumbakonam 12h Free cancellation available $194 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cultural-legacy-tour-from-pondicherry-to-kumbakonam.a51777536.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Madurai one day Karaikudi Chettinad Cultural Experience Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52040441/9036ced8-bd4b-4941-a930-0a4cadb8706a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madurai one day Karaikudi Chettinad Cultural Experience Tour 10h Free cancellation available $104 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/madurai-one-day-karaikudi-chettinad-cultural-experience-tour.a52040441.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Private Day Tour : From Madurai to Enchanting Kodaikanal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51937325/23eae066-cc93-40ab-a975-11cce3c8ed0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Tour : From Madurai to Enchanting Kodaikanal 12h Free cancellation available $107 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-day-tour-from-madurai-to-enchanting-kodaikanal.a51937325.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Private Day Tour: Pondicherry to Tanjore, Trichy & Madurai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52115803/5b560000-97c8-45ad-8026-302bd8525cb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Tour: Pondicherry to Tanjore, Trichy & Madurai 14h Free cancellation available $435 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-day-tour-pondicherry-to-tanjore-trichy-madurai.a52115803.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Savouring Madurai Private Street Food Tour of Madurai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48687599/587051fb-b90e-46f2-9d0a-285f0879e92a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Savouring Madurai Private Street Food Tour of Madurai 3h Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/savouring-madurai-private-street-food-tour-of-madurai.a48687599.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Madurai to Megamalai Hills Tour - Grapes Farm & Tea 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[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-days-private-golden-triangle-tour-delhi-agra-jaipur.a51920693.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ![Madurai Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3527903/15ca7ed1-7ed4-40e3-a3a3-20f32eae3880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madurai Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour) 2h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $12 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/madurai-street-food-crawl-2-hours-guided-food-tasting-tour.a3527903.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ### Spa & wellness [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![Private Day Tour: Pondicherry to Tanjore, Trichy & 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![Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Private Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52070829/10e00e3b-7672-46f2-a445-2e01fe00e9f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Private Day Tour 10h Free cancellation available $108 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/agra-skip-the-line-taj-mahal-agra-fort-private-day-tour.a52070829.activity-details?&rid=1658&location=Madurai&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Madurai | Number of things to do | 32 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Madurai Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour)](/things-to-do/madurai-street-food-crawl-2-hours-guided-food-tasting-tour.a3527903.activity-details): $12 | | Top 5 things to do | [Madurai Rickshaw Ride Tour: Unveil the Hidden Gems](/things-to-do/madurai-rickshaw-ride-tour-unveil-the-hidden-gems.a48139785.activity-details)[Savouring Madurai Private Street Food Tour of Madurai](/things-to-do/savouring-madurai-private-street-food-tour-of-madurai.a48687599.activity-details)[Nature & Spiritual Trails of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/nature-spiritual-trails-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3523144.activity-details)[Heritage & Cultural Walk of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/heritage-cultural-walk-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3517774.activity-details)[Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion](/things-to-do/private-tour-of-madurai-city-with-guide-for-a-cultural-immersion.a49291086.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Nature & Spiritual Trails of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/nature-spiritual-trails-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3523144.activity-details)[Heritage & Cultural Walk of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/heritage-cultural-walk-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3517774.activity-details)[Spiritual Trails of Old Town Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/spiritual-trails-of-old-town-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3523149.activity-details)[Madurai Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour)](/things-to-do/madurai-street-food-crawl-2-hours-guided-food-tasting-tour.a3527903.activity-details) | | With kids | [Madurai Rickshaw Ride Tour: Unveil the Hidden Gems](/things-to-do/madurai-rickshaw-ride-tour-unveil-the-hidden-gems.a48139785.activity-details)[Savouring Madurai Private Street Food Tour of Madurai](/things-to-do/savouring-madurai-private-street-food-tour-of-madurai.a48687599.activity-details)[Heritage & Cultural Walk of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/heritage-cultural-walk-of-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3517774.activity-details)[Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion](/things-to-do/private-tour-of-madurai-city-with-guide-for-a-cultural-immersion.a49291086.activity-details)[Spiritual Trails of Old Town Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)](/things-to-do/spiritual-trails-of-old-town-madurai-2-hours-guided-walking-tour.a3523149.activity-details) | ## What to do in Madurai - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Madurai A visit to Madurai doesn't have to hurt your hip pocket. You can leave your wallet behind if you check out: **Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara** \- Throw a bit of spirituality into your escape by stopping by this religious site. ### Things to Do in Madurai with Kids There are plenty of fun activities to do with the kids in and around Madurai. Keep the gang entertained with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=1658&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Madurai? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Madurai ![India, Madurai, Sri Meenakshi Temple, carvings and gold roof, close-up](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104746/c54b80ff-0a44-451f-877f-e9921fa88228.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meenakshi Amman Temple After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Meenakshi-Amman-Temple-Madurai-Main.d6104746.Vacation-Attraction) ![Estanque Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam, Madurai,India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104748/2f2644dd-2581-4384-a920-2a68d834d6e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam After visiting Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Vandiyur-Mariamman-Teppakulam-Madurai.d6104748.Vacation-Attraction) ![Close-up of Thirumalai Nayak in Madurai, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104750/1421cdb3-e94d-473f-9b35-ce629206e38a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Thirumalai Nayak Palace You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Thirumalai Nayak Palace during your trip to Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Thirumalai-Nayak-Palace-Madurai-Main.d6104750.Vacation-Attraction) #### Samanar Hills Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Samanar Hills during your travels in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Samanar-Hills-Madurai.d553248621532738141.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple After visiting Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thiruparankundram. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Sri-Subramanya-Swamy-Temple-Madurai.d553248621532738140.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gandhi Museum - Madurai You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gandhi Museum - Madurai during your travels in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Gandhi-Museum-Madurai-Madurai.d553248621532738149.Vacation-Attraction) #### Goripalayam Mosque After visiting Goripalayam Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Goripalayam-Mosque-Goripalayam.d553248621562260530.Vacation-Attraction) #### Athisayam Theme Park Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Athisayam Theme Park during your visit to Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Athisayam-Theme-Park-Madurai.d802136491106668544.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Mary's Cathedral Church St. Mary's Cathedral Church is just one of the places to see in Madurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Marys-Cathedral-Church-Madurai.d553248621532738142.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Madurai ![India, Madurai, Sri Meenakshi Temple, carvings, close-up](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384141/64d4e710-64e3-47ec-a0ef-304e33bbba14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Madurai Main While visiting Madurai Main, you might make a stop by sights like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Pudhu Mandapam. [](https://expedia.com/Madurai-Main.dx553248635976384141) ![Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008114/74ddec49-97eb-43b7-9373-c89bd91745e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### KK Nagar 4/5(1 area review) While KK Nagar might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Madurai Government Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Madurai-KK-Nagar.dx553248635976008114) ![Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India: December 25, 2018: Beautiful sculptures in the Minakshi Sundareshvara Temple, Madurai, Tamilnadu, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943629732489289728/193f5b80-c2f7-4aaa-8706-6187b8cd42ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Goripalayam Though Goripalayam might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Madurai Government Museum and Gandhi Museum - Madurai. [](https://expedia.com/Madurai-Goripalayam.dx943629732489289728) ![closeup shot of sundareswarar temple , Shiva and Meenakshi Madurai wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007653/c34cd682-13ce-4d95-8036-3844a7e45617.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arappalayam If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Arappalayam and surrounding area, you can visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Samanar Hills. [](https://expedia.com/Madurai-Arappalayam.dx553248635976007653) ![Madurai temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/952156802943197184/42d5c047-27b4-43e1-8c67-f7dcaf784951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Simmakkal Simmakkal might not have many top sights, but Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Madurai Government Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Madurai-Simmakkal.dx952156802943197184) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Anna Nagar Anna Nagar might not have many top sights, but Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Madurai Government Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Madurai-Anna-Nagar.dx943627898936524800) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Madurai.dx1658.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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