Simmakkal
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 exploring the galleries in Thirumalai Nayak Palace during your trip to 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.
Athisayam Theme Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Athisayam Theme Park during your visit to Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Gandhi Museum - Madurai
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gandhi Museum - Madurai during your travels in 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)
Madurai Rickshaw Ride Tour: Unveil the Hidden Gems
Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion
Private Tour: Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple Night Ceremony
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 Mar 11, 2023
Courtyard by Marriott Madurai
Breakfast was available but it was so crowded that there was no table, we ended up leaving breakfast
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Heritage Madurai
Awesome serene getaway from the urban chaps People at the restaurant were friendly and efficient Special shoutout to Monica with bright smile and Seethalaxman
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Grand Madurai by GRT Hotels
This is an excellent property. Stayed 2 nights. Overall all Staff from reception, restaurant, housekeeping are well trained and very helpful. Restaurant manager was exceptionally good in taking care of our needs. Excellent chefs and great food. Even if things were not on the menu they take initiative ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Simmakkal
Madurai Main
While visiting Madurai Main, you might make a stop by sights like Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Pudhu Mandapam.
Goripalayam
Though Goripalayam might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace.
Tallākulam
While Tallākulam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gandhi Museum - Madurai and Thirumalai Nayak Palace.
Arappalayam
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Arappalayam and surrounding area, you can visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum - Madurai.
Agrini Township
When in Agrini Township, you can plan a visit to Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum - Madurai, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Andalpuram
Andalpuram might not have many top sights, but Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum - Madurai are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
