The Rough Guide to South India and Kerala

This practical travel guide to South India & Kerala features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This South India & Kerala guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make South India & Kerala easier to navigate while you’re there. This guide book to South India & Kerala has been fully updated post-COVID-19.

The Rough Guide to South India & Kerala covers: Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and the Andaman Islands.

Inside this South India & Kerala travel guide you’ll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER 

Experiences selected for every kind of trip to South India & Kerala, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Karnataka, to family activities in child-friendly places like  the Andaman Islands, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Goa.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS 

Essential pre-departure information including South India & Kerala entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES

Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of South India & Kerala, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE

Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this South India & Kerala travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL

Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for hiking,  swimming, wildlife and yoga.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS

Rough Guides' rundown of Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh’s best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to South India & Kerala, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Written by Rough Guides’ expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this South India & Kerala guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to South India & Kerala features fascinating insights into South India & Kerala, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Andaman Islands and the spectacular temples of Tamil Nadu.

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING

Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and many more locations in South India & Kerala, reduce the need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT 

With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.