Kannur is also known as Cannanore is the beach town of Kerala.  It is the largest district in northern Malabar.  It was one of the top ten tourist destination in Kerala. The neat and tidy beaches are the prime attraction of Kannur. It is the town filled with many temples  and always busy in celebrating various festivals throughout the year which attracts thousands of tourists. During festival celebrations, classical theyyam art is performed in various temple which adds to the spirit of Kannur tourism.  It is the place of archeological interest, one can see the 16th century St. Angelo fort, once was used as military center in British period. It is well maintained and preserved by archeological department of India. 

The triangle shaped fort believed to be built in 1505 by Portuguese and demolished by Dutch. It is popularly known as Kannur Kotta or Kannur Fort by tourists.  During British rule, this fort was renovated and used as military center.  The grave stone of Dutch commander is seen inside the fort. Placeof Historical significant preserved by archeological survey of India.

Payyambalam Beach – located 2 km from Kannur,  best place to relax and o enjoy evenings.  Clean and pristine beach is a secluded location to rejoice panoramic views of sunrise and sunset.  It is adorned with beautiful garden and dazzling landscape sculpture of mother and child made by popular sculptor Kanayi Kunhiraman.

Muzhappilangad Beach –located 15 km from Kannur, one of the longest and lavishing beach in Kerala. It is the single drive-in beach in India. The natural shallow water makes this beach ideal for swimming. Just meter away from the shore, one can explore the enthralling beauty of Dharmadan island. 

The magnificent fort is proudly standing  about 22 km from Kannur, was built during 16th century by East India Company in British period.  Clean and pure Thalassery beach is decorated by lighthouse, holy church, a cemetery and a mansion of collector. Best choice to remain calm and pleasant in midst of lavishing sounds of waves.

Pazhassi Dam, Mopila Bay, Mookambika temle in Pallikunnu town,  historical site Ezhimala, famous hill station Pythal Mala located at an altitude of 4500 feet above the sea level, Gundart Bungalow, Parasinnikkadavu park, Madayipara forts, Taliparamba temple, Meenkunnu beach, Kizhunna Ezhara beach, Dharmadam island, Kottiyur shiva temple, Aralam wildlife Sanctuary and Cherukunnu temples are major tourist attractions of Kannur.

Kozhikode airport is located 103 km from Kannur and Mangalore airport is at the distance of 125 km from Kannur are nearest airports.

Kannur junction is one of the major railway junction of Kerala.

Smooth roads are well connecting Kannur to all districts of Kerala and major Indian cities. State and private owned buses are considered cheapest mode f transportation to reach Kannur. 

In Summer 23-37°C and in Winter 13-30°C. July to march months are ideal time to visit Kannur.