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Coir making is one of the interesting things to watch in Alappuzha. The skill of the labourers will be proved when you see the coir making. The rope made from husk of coconut is called coir. The coir making is a very extensive profession is Alappuzha. The coconut fibers are spun into ropes by the skill of the workers. The tourists are also allowed to try the coir making.

The house boats and boating is another aspect of Alappuzha tourism. In Alappuzha, every house will have small canoe. The medium of transportation for the people living in Alappuzha is a canoe. For everyday lives people use the canoe. You can also use speed boating if you want to explore the banks of Alappuzha. There are many house boats available that could be used for cruising. The house boats are just like houses which are on move. Inside the house boat, there is kitchen and all other facilities.

You can reach Alapuzha through Cochin.  Cochin is 95 kilometers away from Alappuzha. Alleppey Beach is also a major tourist attraction. You can see fisherman on the sea going on small boats to catch fish. The fishing is also done using the latest fishing methods like trawling and using fishing boats.

Krishnapuram Palace is very famous. The palace is built by Marthanda Varma. The palace is located at Kayamkulam. This was built in 18^th century.  You can see many antiques inside the Krishnapuram Palace. Painting and bronzes are made in the display. You can see various types of sculptures inside the palace.

Allappuzha Backwater is also famous for the boat races. Boat races are conducted at the time of Onam festival. Onam is the national festival of Kerala. Allappuzha Backwater Boat Races are symbols of unity and sportsman spirit. Nehru Trophy Boat Race, Payippad Jalotsavam, Champakulam Moolam are other boat races that are conducted at Alappuzha.