Princess Street, Kochi

About Princess Street

Princess Street has a fascinating history dating back to the Dutch colonial period in the 17th century. It was named after Princess Maria Teresa of Austria, the wife of the then-Dutch Commander Hendrik Adriaan van Rheede. The street has witnessed the influences of Dutch, Portuguese, and British rule over the years.

Interesting facts about Princess Street

• Princess Street is part of Fort Kochi, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• The street is lined w
• Princess Street is part of Fort Kochi, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• The street is lined with boutique shops, art galleries, cafes, and souvenir stores, making it a great place for shopping and leisurely strolls.
• Fort Kochi is famous for its Chinese fishing nets, which are a short walk from Princess Street.ith boutique shops, art galleries, cafes, and souvenir stores, making it a great place for shopping and leisurely strolls.
• Fort Kochi is famous for its Chinese fishing nets, which are a short walk from Princess Street.

How to reach Princess Street

By Road: Fort Kochi is well-connected by road to major cities in Kerala. You can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Princess Street.

By Train: The nearest railway station to Fort Kochi is Ernakulam Junction, which is about 13 kilometers away. From there, you can hire a taxi or take a local bus to reach Princess Street.

By Air: The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, located approximately 42 kilometers away. Taxis and pre-paid airport buses are available for transportation to Fort Kochi.

By Bus: Fort Kochi is accessible by bus from various cities in Kerala. There are regular bus services to Fort Kochi from Ernakulam and other nearby towns.

Nearby famous places

• Fort Kochi Beach: Fort Kochi Beach is approximately 850 m away from the Princess Street of Kochi.
• Chinese Fishing Nets: Chinese Fishing Nets is approximately 230 m away from the Princess Street of Kochi.
• Santa Cruz Basilica: Santa Cruz Basilica is approximately 400 m away from the Princess Street of Kochi.
• Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace): Mattancherry Palace is approximately 2.6 km away from the Princess Street of Kochi.
• Jewish Synagogue: Jewish Synagogue is approximately 2.5 km away from the Princess Street of Kochi.
• Kerala Folklore Museum: Kerala Folklore Museum is approximately 2.3 km away from the Princess Street of Kochi.