Payyambalam beach:- The Payyambalam beach is one of the beautiful beaches in this State and is an ideal place to spend evenings, irrespepctive of seasons.

Arakkal Kettu:- This was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala.

St.Angelo Fort:- This seafront laterite fort was constructed in 1505AD by the first Portuguese Viceroy, Don Francisco De Almeda, with the consent of the ruling Kolathiri Raja. After changing hand from the Portuguese to the Dutch and then to the English, the fort become one of the important military centre of British in Malabar. The fort, which is now under the Archaeological Survey of India, offers fascinating views of the Mappila bay fishing harbour.

Valapattanam River:- The small town on the Valapattanam River is well known for its wood-based industries and timber trade. The port of Azhikkal and Azhikkal Beach are located nearby. Western India Plywood Limited, the largest wood-based industry in the country and also one of the largest of its kind in South East Asia, is a major industrial concern here.

Kizhunna Ezhara beach:- This beautiful stretch of sand is one of the most secluded beaches in Kerala.

Meenkunnu Beach:- Uncrowded, the beach is a tourist paradise, with golden sand and surf.

Parassinikadavu:- Sri Muthappan Temple stands on the banks of the Valapattanam River. The pilgrim centre is famous for the Muthappan Theyyam performed every morning and evening. The DTPC provides pleasure boating on the river near the temple.
The snake park is the only one of its kind in the State and perhaps the whole of India. There are three snake pits, fifteen glass cases for snake and two large glass houses for King Cobra in the park. Snake demonstration conducted every hour draw large crowd of visitors.
Vismaya, the amusement park, also located at Parassinikkadavu, is a perfect place to spend one's holidays.

Dharmadam Island:- The small 5.5 acre island covered with coconut palms and dense bushes is a beautiful sight from the beach. Permission is required to enter this privately owned island.