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Best Places to visit with Kids in Kozhikode
Make your trip to Kozhikode memorable by visiting the best places for kids. With exciting amusement parks, interactive museums, and fun-filled activity centers, Kozhikode ensures endless entertainment for little ones. These kid-friendly spots are designed to combine learning with fun, making them perfect for families traveling to Kozhikode. Watch your kids laugh, play, and explore as you create wonderful memories together in Kozhikode.
Calicut Planetarium, Kozhikode
Situated in the JafferKhan Colony in Kozhikode the Regional Science Centre and Planetarium in Kozhikode aspires to propagate science, spread awareness through active interaction and participation. Equipped with a projection system from Carl Zeiss in Germany, a 250 seater capacity, a high definition 3D theatre the planetarium hosts as many
as 1200 shows yearly facilitating the science enthusiasts to explore the secrets of the universe. It houses three permanent galleries that display numerous experiments and models intending to nurture the willingness to know the science behind the scenes. Other amenities include children’s activity nook, a well-stocked library, an aquarium, and a telescope corner.
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Address Jaffer Khan Colony Rd, Near New Bus Stand, Kozhikode, Kerala
Place Type Museum and Gallery
Best For Family, Kids, Parents
Entry Fee Individual ₹95/- (Science Centre + Planetarium), Science Centre only ₹40/-, Planetarium Show ₹55/-
Opening Time The Calicut Planetarium opening and closing timing 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Opening Days The Calicut Planetarium is open to visitors every day, except on Mondays, Onam, and Diwali.
Best Month April, May, June
Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Kozhikode
Located in the Malappuram district around 19kms away from Kozhikode the sanctuary extends over a cluster of islands in Kadalundi river guarded by hillocks. The view of the river leading into the Arabian sea is breathtaking. With over sixty intriguing avian species like seagulls, sandpipers,whimbrels, herons, terns, cormorants, egrets, hornbills,
and also the brahmin kites. etc. the sanctuary is a paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers. It is also home to several species of butterflies, fishes, crabs, mussels, and turtles. With the boat ride facility available the visitors can also enjoy the lush panoramic views of surrounding mangrove forests. It is a perfect hangout spot for picture-perfect moments away from the hullabaloo of the city.
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Address Station Road, near Kadalundi, Kadalundi, Kerala
Place Type Nature Sites and Parks
Best For Family, Kids, Parents, Siblings
Entry Fee Indian Adult - ₹10/-, Foregners - ₹10/-, Child - Free
Boating Fee: 1 Hour - ₹800/-, 2 Hour - ₹1500/-
Boating Fee: 1 Hour - ₹800/-, 2 Hour - ₹1500/-
Opening Time The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary opening and closing timing 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Opening Days The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is open every day for visitors
Best Month January, February, March, April, May, June
Krishna Menon Museum, Kozhikode
Krishna Menon Museum, located in East Hill around 7kms from the town area in Kozhikode district. the museum takes its name after late V.K. Krishna Menon, a national leader from the state who served as the Defense Minister of India. The museum offers visitors a peek into the rich cultural
heritage and history of the state. A special wing of the museum is dedicated to him and exhibits his personal belongings, keepsakes, and gifted souvenirs. The museum is also acclaimed for its excellent collection of paintings by Ravi Raja Varma and Raja Raja Varma. Other attractions near the museum include Kappad Beach, Pazhassi Raja Art Gallery, and Museum, Matri Dei Cathedral, etc.
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Address Near Kendriya Vidyalaya, East Hill, Kozhikode, Kerala
Place Type Museum and Gallery
Best For Family, Kids, Parents, Friends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry Fee Adult (above 12 yrs) - ₹10/-, Child (5 to 12 yrs) - ₹5/-, Family (fater, mother, 2 children) - ₹20/-, Group (35 Students, 2 Teachers) - ₹100/-
3D Theater: person above 12 yrs - ₹40/-, person below 12 yrs - ₹20/-
3D Theater: person above 12 yrs - ₹40/-, person below 12 yrs - ₹20/-
Opening Time The Pazhassi Raja Museum opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM & on Wednesday 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Opening Days The Krishna Menon Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday in a week, Closed on every Monday.
Best Month July, August, September
Lion's Park, Kozhikode
Located next to the popular lighthouse on the Kozhikode Beach, this children's theme & amusement park is a sought after family vacation destination. Also known as Calicut's Beach Garden, it is an idyllic place to break the humdrum. Since the park is located very close to the beach it offers
a glimpse of a tranquil and peaceful shoreline, blissful sunrise, and sunsets. It is a perfect spot for those who want to laze around admiring the beauty of nature. Thrilling rides for adults and children, add to the fun element and boost the excitement quotient manifold. A well maintained swimming pool, food corners serving quick bites make visitors feel comfortable.
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Address Next to the light house on Kozhikode beach
Place Type Nature Sites and Parks
Best For Family, Kids, Solo, Parents
Entry Fee No Entry Fee
Opening Time The Lions Park opening and closing timing is 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Opening Days Lions Park open every time and every day for visitors.
Best Month January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Mananchira Square, Kozhikode
Named after a man-made lake Mananchira, located in the heart of the Kozhikode the square is a favorite getaway spot for city dwellers. Formerly known as Manachira Maidan the Square is an impressive complex built around the man-made Mananchira lake which imparts tranquility to the landscape. The square in its
turn is bound by a laterite-sculpted wall. The lake remains surrounded by several temples, churches, mosques, houses which allow one to capture a glimpse of the traditional architectural style of the state. With its amphitheater, pristine lawns, musical fountains, an artificial hill, and stone sculpture the square manage to etch an indelible impression on the visitor's mind.
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Address Centre of Kozhikode
Place Type Nature Sites and Parks
Best For Family, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry Fee No Entry Fee
Opening Time The Mananchira Square opening and closing timings is 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM .
Opening Days Mananchira Square is alway open for visitors.
Best Month January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Mother Of God Cathedral, Kozhikode
Also known as Valiya Palli the cathedral is the Headquarters of the Latin Catholic congregation in Malabar and was built in 1513. Located at around 1.5 km away from the Kozhikode railway station the church exhibits an ethereal style of Gothic Roman architecture. The entrance to the church has ornate
intricately designed wooden doors, windows bear curved arches and the chapel has a stone cross with Portuguese inscription. The inside of the church has an impressive brown and white combination. The exterior of the church remains guarded by two lofty square towers. The wall of the church remains adorned with a 200-year-old portrait of Mother Mary. The premises also have a well-maintained cemetery and a school.
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Address Near District Court Kozhikode, Mananchira, Kozhikode
Place Type Religious Place
Best For Family, Kids, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry Fee No Entry Fee
Opening Time The Mother Of God Cathedral opening and closing timing in morning 08:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Opening Days The Mother Of God Cathedral is open every day for visitors
Best Month September, October, November, December
Thalikkunu Maha Shiva Temple, Kozhikode
Exhibiting the Pallava Chalukya influence the Thali temple is a living testimony to the exclusive Kerela style of architecture. Located in Kozhikode district of Kerela the millennium-old structure is an important seat of Hindu faith. The temple is primarily is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was originally called Thalikkunu Shiva
Temple. Protected by the Kerala State Department of Archaeology the temple is ornate and was constructed in square style. It houses a two-storied garbhagrihya adorned stone sculptors and wooden carvings with the scenes from the Puranas.It also has an expansive temple tank. It attracts huge number of devotees all through the year, especially during Mahashivratri.
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Address Kozhikode Calicut, Kerala
Place Type Religious Place
Best For Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry Fee No Entry Fee
Opening Time The Thalikunnu Mahashiva Temple opening and closing timing is 06:00 AM – 09:00 AM and 05:30 AM – 07:30 AM
Opening Days The Thalikunnu Mahashiva Temple is open every day for visitors
Best Month January, February, March, April
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