Situated 800 meter North East of the Napier museum in the heart of the city, the palace belongs to the Kerala Government. The palace constructed during the reign of Sree Moolam Tirunal Raja stands on a small hill surrounded by well manicured lawns. Huge chandeliers and royal furniture adorn the interior of the palace. Its sprawling grounds including the Nishagandhi open-air Auditorium and Sooryakanthi Auditorium are the usual venues for various cultural meets and programmes. An all India Dance Festival (Nishagandhi Festival) is organised by the Department of Tourism every year in the Nisagandhi open-air auditorium. Indian Classical  Dance Performances of eminent artists are conducted every day during the festival. 

Open from 10 am to 5 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. Entrance fee: Rs. 2/- for Adults and Re.1/- for Children
Phone : 0471-2314615