The Koyikkal Palace, an ancient palace, is located 18 km from Thiruvananthapuram on the way to the famous Ponmudi hillstation and the Kuttalam waterfalls. The Koyikkal Palace dates back to the 15th century. The palace is famous in the history of Kerala as the official residence of Perakom Thavazhi (the maternal lineage), especially of Umayamma Rani of the Venad royal family who ruled the land between 1677 AD and 1684 AD.

This two storeyed building with slanting gabled roofs is famous for 'Nalukettu', the traditional style of architecture. The Department of Archaeology has set up two museums at Koyikkal Palace, namely, the Folklore Museum and the Numismatics Museum.

Visiting Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on all days, except on Mondays.