Mahadeva Temple Ettumanur: 
It is located 13 Km. away from Kottayam town. The Ezharapponnana' and 'Kedavilakku of this temple is famous. Ancient Siva Temple built in 16 A.D., noted for its excellent architecture and splendid sculptures and is richly provided with a plethora of mural paintings, which depict scenes from Ramayana, Bhagwata and other tales from Hindu mythology.The festival is celebrated for ten days during the months of February and March. The Ezharaponnaana Ezhunallathu, is one festival, which is celebrated every year in the temple which witnesses the coming together of thousands of devotees to the Ettumanoor temple.
It is located 13 Km. away from Kottayam town. The Ezharapponnana' and 'Kedavilakku of this temple is famous. Ancient Siva Temple built in 16 A.D., noted for its excellent architecture and splendid sculptures and is richly provided with a plethora of mural paintings, which depict scenes from Ramayana, Bhagwata and other tales from Hindu mythology.The festival is celebrated for ten days during the months of February and March. The Ezharaponnaana Ezhunallathu, is one festival, which is celebrated every year in the temple which witnesses the coming together of thousands of devotees to the Ettumanoor temple.Kumarakom : Situated 12 Km. away from Kottayam, on the banks of Lake Vembanad. 
This place is famous for cultivation of shells. The lake kumarakom is an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism . The resorts and house boat operators nearby offer comfortable accomodation. and also having the facilities like house boat cruising, Ayurvedic massage, yoga, fishing, angling, meditation, boating and swimming. The beautiful Kandel Kad forest and a fish sanctuary are some 
other attractions of Kumarakom. A bird sanctuary is also located here. 14 acres is favourite migratory birds and an ornithologist’s paradise. Egrets, teal, darters, cuckoo, waterfowl ,herons and migratory birds live here in flocks are a fascination for visitors. By a boat trip round the islands, is the best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary.
This place is famous for cultivation of shells. The lake kumarakom is an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism . The resorts and house boat operators nearby offer comfortable accomodation. and also having the facilities like house boat cruising, Ayurvedic massage, yoga, fishing, angling, meditation, boating and swimming. The beautiful Kandel Kad forest and a fish sanctuary are some 
other attractions of Kumarakom. A bird sanctuary is also located here. 14 acres is favourite migratory birds and an ornithologist’s paradise. Egrets, teal, darters, cuckoo, waterfowl ,herons and migratory birds live here in flocks are a fascination for visitors. By a boat trip round the islands, is the best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary.South Mookambika Temple : Located at Panachikkavu, 10 Km. from Kottayam on the way to Changanassery. This temple is as famous as the Mookambika Temple at Kolloor.
Maramala Waterfalls : Situated near Erattupetta, 7K, away from Thekkoy Rubber Estate. It is accessible through the mountains. Panchalimedu:A hilly area situated at Kottayam- Kumali route 2500ft. above the sea level. There is a three hours walking distance from Valliyoorkkavu to reach this place.
Shiva Temple Vaikkom : This temple is situated at Vaikkom , 40 Km away from Kottayam. This place has a has a 
historic importance that Mahatma Gandhi held ‘Sathyagraha' for the Harijans for permitting them to enter into the temple. Te Ashtami festival which lasts for 12 days is celebrate here during the months of November and December . This temple is famous for legendary Siva Temple, believed to built by Lord Parasuraman. The 12 day Ashtami festival held in November - December is known for its elephant procession and traditional dances and musics.
historic importance that Mahatma Gandhi held ‘Sathyagraha' for the Harijans for permitting them to enter into the temple. Te Ashtami festival which lasts for 12 days is celebrate here during the months of November and December . This temple is famous for legendary Siva Temple, believed to built by Lord Parasuraman. The 12 day Ashtami festival held in November - December is known for its elephant procession and traditional dances and musics.Mary’s Church , Bharananganam : It is a 1000 year old church and a famous pilgrimage centre. The Tomb of the Blessed Sr. Alphonsa is paced in a chapel beside this church.
Erumeli : Situated 60Km. away from Kottaym on the banks of the Manimala river. A famous Sastha temple and a mosque of Vavar ,who is believed to be the friend of Ayyappa are the place of attraction to the tourist.
Kootiikal : A beautiful place in the forest situated in the Western Ghats 5 Km. from Mundakkayam in Kottaym Distinct. The artificial lake is created in the Manimala river by the Check-dam and the waterfalls at Vadakkemala near Kootikkal are the peculiarities of this place.
Vagamaon: Situated 60 Km away from Kotatyam , at a height of 1100 mtrs. above the sea level . It is a suitable place for mountaineering. The Kurishumala and Kurishumala Hermitage here are the famous pilgrim centers.
Vagamaon: Situated 60 Km away from Kotatyam , at a height of 1100 mtrs. above the sea level . It is a suitable place for mountaineering. The Kurishumala and Kurishumala Hermitage here are the famous pilgrim centers.
Ilaveezhapoonchira : This hilly area which has a height of 3000 mtrs. from the sea level is one of the best place for mountaineers.
Illikal Kallu' : It contains three hills, each of peculiar shape. Rare medical plants grow here.
Poonjar Palace : Locate 47 Km. away from Kottayma, A rich collection old very old material like palm leaf engravings, jewel, weapons, statues etc are kept here.
Poonjar Palace : Locate 47 Km. away from Kottayma, A rich collection old very old material like palm leaf engravings, jewel, weapons, statues etc are kept here.
Mahadeva Temple Thirunakkara : Situated 1.5 Km. away from Kottayam Railway station.
Sri Parameswara is the presiding deity. The main offering in this temple are 'Chathu-Satha' and Dhara'. The specialty of this temple is that, the Brahmin ladies will not enter her and people of particular caste 'Moosad' will not carry the idols of the god.
Mannanam : A Syrian Christian Center is situated 8 Km. away from Kottayam. St Joseph Monastery ( Form Kuriakose Elias, Chavara/ ) is located here.
Sri Parameswara is the presiding deity. The main offering in this temple are 'Chathu-Satha' and Dhara'. The specialty of this temple is that, the Brahmin ladies will not enter her and people of particular caste 'Moosad' will not carry the idols of the god.Mannanam : A Syrian Christian Center is situated 8 Km. away from Kottayam. St Joseph Monastery ( Form Kuriakose Elias, Chavara/ ) is located here.
