Best Things To Do in Kochi, India

  1. Greenix Village

    4.1 (6018 Votes)
    Greenix Village

    Art And Culture

    Greenix Village is a cultural art centre promoting Kerala's varied art forms under a single roof. This cultural art centre also houses an art gallery restaurant, a curio shop, book shop & vignettes of Kerala's cottage & craft industry. This Village attracts its visitors to be its Artist-in-Residence. Individuals from all types of creative platforms; visual arts, music, performing arts, ...Read more
  2. Ernakulam Shiva Temple

    4.8 (2284 Votes)
    Ernakulam Shiva Temple

    Religious Site, Temple, Architecture

    Lord Shiva is Kochi's protector diety and this temple, one of the most frequented in the city, is dedicated to him. The temple, like the idol inside, faces west, towards the Ernakulam backwaters. There are two famous legends out of Hindu mythopoeia directly related to the temple and Lord Shiva. Ask the locals about them. Two other deities have a presence here. Lord Ganesha has a shrine to the s...Read more
  3. Fort Kochi Beach

    Beach, Walking Area, Leisure

    Famous for its tranquil atmosphere, the beach has a surprisingly robust package of attractions. It faces the Arabian Sea, making it one of the best locations in the city to view the sunset. The famous Chinese Fishing Nets are on these beach, as is a lighthouse. Lined up along the shore are colonial-era bungalows, giving the location a nice upscale vibe. Fast food vendors crowd the area near the...Read more
  4. Museum Of Kerala History

    History Museum, Historical Site

    The light and sound shows of this museum are famous, and they tell of Kerala's origins. Scenes from history, from the state's earliest inhabitants to contemporary times, are depicted in 38 life-size tableaux. The art gallery section has displays paintings and sculptures from over 200 contemporary Indian artists. Check out the lovely 25 foot long mural depicting scenes from Shakunthalam by Kalid...Read more
  5. Cgh Earth - David Hall

    4.4 (1573 Votes)
    Cgh Earth - David Hall

    Art And Culture, Art Gallery, Cafe, Workshop

    It's thought this beautiful bungalow was made from the remains of demolished churches sometime between 1670 and 1690, after the Dutch razed Portuguese constructs. These days it serves as a gallery of contemporary art aimed at promoting culture and empowering local artists. The gallery also hosts exhibitions, workshops and other events focuses on other forms of art such as calligraphy or tribal ...Read more
  6. Cherai Beach

    4 (3491 Votes)
    Cherai Beach

    Beach

    Cherai Beach, a picturesque beach, located on the north-end of the Vypeen Island is ideal for swimming. Lined with luscious green coconut groves and paddy fields, this sandy beach is a unique combination of the sea and the backwaters, studded with seashells of various hues and shapes. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. Thick coconut groves and Chinese fishing nets on the waterfront are added ...Read more
  7. Oberon Mall

    4.1 (193 Votes)
    Oberon Mall

    Entertainment, Mall, Shopping Center

    Oberon Mall is a shopping mall located in Kochi. The mall was opened in 2009 and is one of the busiest shopping avenues for the city of Cochin. Locals appreciate this mall because it is way less crowded than the Lulu Mall. Other than that you'll only find the standard mall attraction here. This mall comprises cinema hall, a food court, the usual brand name apparel boutiques and some excell...Read more
  8. Spice Market

    3.9 (135 Votes)
    Spice Market

    Market

    There is nothing quite like the bustling atmosphere of a centuries old spice market. Established by Jews hundreds of years ago, the streets of this market retain their medieval charm. In those days the Jews who founded and ran the spice market became ridiculously wealthy receiving, sorting and selling ginger, pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, turmeric, nutmeg, mace, and chilly. Though most of...Read more
  9. Jain Temple

    4.5 (140 Votes)
    Jain Temple

    Religious Site, Temple, Architecture

    Unlike most other religious sites in the city, this temple is quite new, built only about a century ago in 1904. Its architecture was inspired by the temples in Gujarat. It is an elegant and simple building of beige exterior and marble interior. Inside, there is an idol of the Bhagawan Shri Dharamnath, the 15th Jain Tirthankar. Birds usually flock around in their hundreds, fed by the people at ...Read more
  10. Subhash Park

    4.5 (93 Votes)
    Subhash Park

    Park

    Built looking over Cochin Harbour and the backwaters of Ernakulam, this park has recently been given a massive renovation. Ornamental lighting, musical walkways, and pretty landscaping draw quite a decent crowd. But some of the park's history is dark. In 1930, students from the Maharaja’s College demonstrated against the Kochi Kingdom at this park, and were violently suppressed. This is a...Read more
  11. Willingdon Island

    Island, Leisure

    If you are done with admiring the mesmerising natural beauty of Kochi and looking for something different, Willingdon Island is your answer. This man-made island has recently turned into one of the hot spot for tourists. All credit goes to its significance of becoming an important naval airport. Take a tour of this island where you can see the Southern Navan Command Headquarters and the famous ...Read more
  12. Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple

    Religious Site, Temple

    They say if a childless couple were to come pray at this temple the Lord Vishnu will bless them with a child. The temple is also famous for the various festivals celebrated here around the year, in particular the Vrishchikoltsawam festival in late November and early December. Ask the locals about the legends associated to the temple. Though the structure you see now is concrete, until a 1920s f...Read more
  13. Lulu Mall

    4.6 (180 Votes)
    Lulu Mall

    Mall, Shopping Center

    Here are some quick facts about India's second largest shopping mall. 17 acres with 1.7 million square feet of retail space, 215 outlets, built at a cost US$250 million, and one of Kerala's most visited locations. It has the usual: food courts, restaurants, arcades, a multiplex, fashion and apparel outlets, and a bowling alley. It also has the unusual (at least for India) - an ice skating rink ...Read more
  14. Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple

    4.6 (115 Votes)
    Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple

    Religious Site, Temple

    Usually if a temple is dedicated to Shiva, the Goddess Parvati gets a shrine too. This particular Shiva Temple is a Thali, a temple where the dedication is to Lord Shiva only, and Parvati is absent. The temple, set on top of a small hill, is one of the most popular in the city. It is the third of the main Shiva temples in the city which by legend were founded by the demon Kharasura. The wooden ...Read more
  15. Indo Portuguese Museum

    3.7 (3310 Votes)
    Indo Portuguese Museum

    Museum

    The Indo-Portuguese Museum situated in Fort Kochi throws light on the strong Portuguese influence in both the art and the architecture of the region. The museum is divided into five main sections, according to the nature of items displayed in each section. They are viz. Altar, Treasure, Procession, Civil Life and Cathedral. The museum currently houses some outstanding collections, well known fo...Read more