5 km away from the Airport

The origin of the Temple of Sree Padmanabhaswamy is lost in antiquity. It is not possible to determine with any exactitude, from any reliable historical documents or other sources as to when and by whom the original idol of Sree Padmanabhaswamy was consecrated. 

Source : http://www.sreepadmanabhaswamytemple.org

At a distance of 7.2 km from the Airport

This picnic spot, where the Veli Lake meets the Arabian Sea, offers boating facilities. Pedalboats and paddleboats can be hired to explore the charms of the lagoon in a leisurely manner. For a quick ride over the waters, speedboats are available for hire. Children enjoy climbing over the huge sculptures which dot the landscape. Veli Tourist Village also has a children's park and a Floating Cafe by Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC). Source : https://www.keralatourism.org

Distance from Airport is 26 km

Perumathura is a small village located in Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala. The village is bounded in the east by the Kadinamkulam Kayal, in the west by the Arabian Sea and in the north by the Muthala Pozhi. Perumathura is about 29 km north of Thiruvananthapuram .

The village got its name from the late king Cheraman Perumal. The word 'Perumathura' means 'the residence of Perumal'. It is said that King Cheraman converted to Islam during his stay at this place.

Source : http://www.kanyakumari.ind.in/kanyakumari.html

Distance from Airport is 11 km

Napier Museum built in the 19th century, this Indo-Saracenic structureboasts a natural air-conditioning system and houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artefacts, bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings. The Japanese shadow play leather figures, used to depict the epics of Mahabharata and the Ramayana, are very interesting.

Source : https://www.keralatourism.org/

At a distance 15km from the Airport

Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd - a company fully owned by Government of Kerala is the implementing agency for the project, will be responsible for all obligations and responsibilities of the Government of Kerala (the “Authority”) in respect of the Project and the Concession Agreement. 

Source : http://www.vizhinjamport.in/aboutvisl.php

Just 1.2 km away from the Airport

Just about 8 km from the city, this is a favourite haunt of sunset watchers. The Shanghumukham beach is adjacent to the Thiruvananthapuram Airport and Veli Tourist Village. An indoor recreation club, the matsya kanyaka (a gigantic, 35 m long sculpture of a mermaid) and a restaurant shaped like a starfish are some of the attractions here.

Source : https://www.keralatourism.org/

5.1 km away from the Airport

Kuthiramalika Palace Museum or Puthenmalika Palace Museum is a beautiful two-storeyed palace situated near the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Also known as horse palace it houses numerous artefacts. The unique Navarathri Mandapam in front of the palace, a venue for concerts, uses traditional sound reflectors comprising of 50 clay pots hung upside down from the ceiling, creating an effect that outdoes even modern acoustic systems.

Source : https://www.keralatourism.org/

Distance from Airport is 11 km

The Sree Chithra Art Gallery near the Napier Museum was opened in 1935 by the then Maharaja of Travancore, Sree Chithira Thirunal, displays rare collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and Nicholas Roerich; exquisite works from the Mughal, Rajput and Tanjore schools of art. An oriental collection consisting of paintings from China, Japan, Tibet and Bali offers a visual treat and are a tribute to the art and culture of these countries.

Source : https://www.keralatourism.org/ 

Located 14 km away from the Airport

The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse. Sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programmes and catamaran cruising are some of them. The tropical sun acts so fast that one can see the faint blush of coppery tan on the skin in a matter of minutes. Life on the beach begins late in the day and carries on well into the night. The beach complex includes a string of budget cottages, Ayurvedic health resorts, convention facilities, shopping zones, swimming pools, Yoga and Ayurvedic massage centres.

Source :   https://www.keralatourism.org