With some great day trip options in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to experience all that Thanjavur, 17 miles away, has to offer. Thanjur Brihadishwara Temple, Maratha Palace and Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Situated 30 miles away, Tarangambadi is another place to aim for. If you drop by, make sure you check out Sri Saranaka Ratchakar Shiva Temple, Danish Fort and Silappathikara Art Gallery.