Alleppey Beach at a glance
Alleppey Beach lies on the coast of Alappuzha, the town most visitors call Alleppey. Its two landmarks are the old pier, which reaches out into the surf, and the lighthouse in town. You can see both in one morning or afternoon.
The beach is a place to walk, watch the sea and see the town's maritime past. It pairs well with a backwater day, for example on a Alleppey houseboat or a shorter boat trip, with the seafront for the hours before or after.
Alleppey lighthouse: hours and tickets
The lighthouse is the one part of the seafront with set hours and a ticket.
Visiting hours
The lighthouse opens from 10:00 to 12:30 and again from 14:00 to 17:00. It is closed on Mondays. Plan your visit for one of the two windows and arrive well before closing.
Ticket prices in 2026
The general ticket is INR 10 for Indian citizens and INR 25 for foreign citizens, each plus 18 percent GST. If you travel with children, ask at the gate which price applies.
Same-day booking
Tickets are booked on the day of your visit through the lighthouse ticket portal. You cannot book days ahead. Show the digital or printed ticket at the entrance.
History
The lighthouse went into service on 28 March 1862. It stands within about 2 km of Alappuzha railway station, which makes it a short hop from the town centre.
Our pick: the beach on a city tour
The itinerary of this half- or full-day tour passes the beach and the lighthouse.
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The old pier
The pier is about 387 m long. It belongs to the days when Alleppey was a working port, and the port has not handled traffic since 1989. Today it is a landmark to look at from the sand, with weathered posts standing in the waves.
The structure is old and in poor condition. Treat it as scenery rather than a promenade, and do not plan on walking out over the water. How the sky looks at the end of the day depends on cloud and the season, and no sunset is guaranteed.
Swimming and safety at Alleppey Beach
Treat the sea here with respect. The water gets deep quickly, and currents can be strong, especially during and after the monsoon. There is no guarantee that a lifeguard is on duty at any hour, so do not count on one.
- Keep children within arm's reach and out of deep water.
- Do not swim alone, and stay out of the surf when waves are rough.
- Follow any flags, signs or instructions from local staff.
- Do not assume that parking, toilets or snack stalls are open at every hour. Bring water.
Best time to visit the beach
Station averages for Alappuzha, 1991 to 2020. They show typical months, not a forecast for your dates.
| Period | Typical rain | What it means at the beach |
|---|---|---|
| December to March | 16 to 63 mm a month | The drier part of the year and the easiest time for a seafront walk |
| April and May | 132 mm in April, 274 mm in May | Hot and getting wetter, with showers more likely |
| June to September | 296 to 592 mm a month | Monsoon months with heavy rain and rough surf |
| October and November | 357 mm in October, 176 mm in November | October is still wet, so do not count on dry weather |
For most visitors, a morning between December and March is the simplest choice. In any month, check the day's weather before you travel, because thunderstorms and squalls can arrive outside the main monsoon. See the full month-by-month picture on the Alleppey weather page.
Plan the rest of your Alleppey trip
Other places that fit around the seafront.
Alleppey Beach: frequently asked questions
Is the Alleppey lighthouse open on Mondays?
No. The lighthouse is closed on Mondays. On other days it opens from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 17:00.
How much does the Alleppey lighthouse cost?
In 2026 the general ticket is INR 10 for Indian citizens and INR 25 for foreign citizens, each plus 18 percent GST. Tickets are booked for the same day only.
Can you walk on the Alleppey pier?
Plan to view it from the beach. The pier is old and in poor condition, and the port has been out of use since 1989. Do not rely on being able to walk out on it.
Is it safe to swim at Alleppey Beach?
Be careful. The water gets deep quickly and currents can be strong, especially during and after the monsoon. Do not count on lifeguards, keep children close and stay out of rough surf.
When is the best time for Alleppey Beach?
December to March is the drier part of the year. June to September brings the heaviest rain, and October is still wet.
Can I book Alleppey lighthouse tickets in advance?
No. The ticket portal sells tickets for the current day only. Show the digital or printed ticket at the entrance.