Simmakkal Travel Guide
Madurai
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Thirumalai Nayak Palace
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Thirumalai Nayak Palace during your travels in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Gandhi Museum - Madurai
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gandhi Museum - Madurai during your trip to Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Day Trip to Munnar (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
Day Trip to Thanjavur (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
Nature & Spiritual Trails of Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion
Spiritual Trails of Old Town Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Tourisct Highlights of the Madurai (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
Top hotels in Simmakkal
Hotel President
Hotel President
Hotel The Nook
Good value for money, decent breakfast, and wholesome lunch.. Friendly staff always willing to help
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2023
Moskva Hotel
We stayed in the hotel for 2 nights and welcomed by reception stuff. We had a problem with hot water in shower and it was solved by them very quickly, especially by mr. Jeyabalam who also helped us by finding transportation back to kochin. The restaurant in the hotel also very good and not pricy. ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2020
Courtyard by Marriott Madurai
Lovely hotel and a great place to relax and unwind. The rooms are comfortable and the buffet is excellent.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Heritage Madurai
I have stayed here a few years ago, however, this property now needs a renovation. Everything here looks rundown and I would not be staying here again if changes are not made.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Simmakkal
Madurai Main
If you're spending some time in Madurai Main, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Pudhu Mandapam are top sights worth seeing.
Goripalayam
When in Goripalayam, you can plan a visit to Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tallākulam
While Tallākulam isn't home to many top sights, Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arappalayam
Though Arappalayam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Samanar Hills.
Agrini Township
While there might not be top attractions in Agrini Township, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Samanar Hills.
Andalpuram
While Andalpuram isn't home to many top sights, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Samanar Hills are some notable places to visit nearby.
