Pazhassi Dam
Pazhassi dam, an ideal retreat for tourists, is located at a distance of 37 km east of Kannur near Mattanur. The Dam and the reservoir are scenic, and there is a garden and an Amusement Park as well. One can cruise down the river in D.T.P.C. boats often crossing small islands inhabited only by birds. The Buddha’s mountain at Pazhassi, sculpture of Pazhassi King are interesting places to visit. Accommodation is available at the Project Inspection Bungalow and its dormitories. 

Payyambalam Beach
The long secluded beach of Payambalam is situated on the coastal line of Kannur, around 2 km from the town. This local picnic spot is one of the beautiful beaches in the state of Kerala. The beach provides the best environment for a relaxed evening and have the possibility for progress as a tourist resort. There is a well laid out garden and a massive sculpture of mother and child erected by the famous sculptor Kanayi Kunchiraman which adds to the beauty of the beach.

Thottada Beach (Kottayamkandy beach)
Thottada Beach, also known as Kottayamkandy beach, is at a distance of about 7 km from Kannur town. The virgin beach is a perfect place for swimming and sun bathing. There is a beach house and guest houses offering accommodation at reasonable price.

Kizhunna Ezhara Beach
Located about 11 kms from Kannur, Kizhunna Ezhara Beach with a beautiful stretch of golden sand is one of the most sheltered beaches in Kerala. Surrounded by palm and coconut groves, it is an ideal picnic spot that provides a calm and relaxed environment.

Meenkunnu Beach
The peaceful, quiet and beautiful Meenkunnu beach is a tourist paradise, situated at Azhikode, 12km from Kannur. It is an extension of the Payyambalam Beach. The golden sands of the beach lined with coconut trees and surf, is a perfect place to spend leisure time.

Muzhapilangad Beach
Muzhapilangad Beach, one of the longest beaches in Kerala, is located 15 km south from Kannur and 8 km from Thalasseri. The clean and less crowded beach is ideal for sunbathing, and the black rocks protect this beach from the currents, making its shallow water a swimmer's paradise. It is a drive-in beach where you can drive down the entire length of 4 km. This secluded place fringed with palm groves mostly remains unexplored and is a perfect place for relaxing. There is also an unpaved road through the coconut groves, leading to the beach. From Muzhappilangad, one can view the beautiful island of Dharmadam or the Green Island, which is at a distance of 200 meters south of the beach.