Kovalam is a small coastal town in the southern Indian state of Kerala, south of Thiruvananthapuram. At the southern end of Lighthouse Beach is a striped lighthouse with a viewing platform. Palm-backed beaches also include Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach. Heading south, Vizhinjam Juma Masjid mosque overlooks the busy fishing harbor. Inland, Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium displays technology used in pearl production.

Chowara is a picturesque beach destination and a fishing hamlet near Kovalam in Thiruvananthapuram district.

The crowning glory of Poovar is its serene backwaters and the mangroves flourishing in them. Dotted with islands, the backwaters are rich in flora and fauna.

The port is designed to be a multi-purpose, all-weather, green port located around 20 kilometres (12 mi) away from the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.

The Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium is a popular tourist attraction located in the picturesque coastal town of Vizhinjam near Thiruvananthapuram, known primarily for its fishing harbour. The aquarium, managed by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Kerala, is one of the oldest public aquariums in the country. It serves not only as a recreational space but also as an educational facility by offering a fascinating, ringside view into the underwater world while teaching the importance of marine conservation.