St Francis Church, Kochi

St Francis Church | One of the best places to visit in Kochi

Location	Saint Francis Church Road, Kochi (Map 📍)
Entry Fee & Timing	Timings:- This St Francis Church is open in morning from 09 am to evening 5 pm. Entry Fee:- No entry fee.
Place Type	Churches, Religious Place
Place visit with	Family, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings
Best time to visit	September, October, November
Nearest Metro Station	Maharajas College Metro Station (4.71 KM)

About St Francis Church

St. Francis Church was originally built in 1503 and is considered to be one of the oldest European churches in India. It was initially constructed by the Portuguese and was later taken over by the Dutch in 1663. The church served as the burial site of the famous explorer Vasco da Gama for 14 years before his remains were moved to Lisbon, Portugal.

Interesting facts about St Francis Church

St. Francis Church is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India.
It has a significant place in the history of Christianity in India and reflects the colonial influence in Kochi's architecture.

How to reach St Francis Church

By Road: Kochi is well-connected by road to major cities in Kerala and neighboring states. You can hire a taxi or use public transport to reach the church.

By Train: The nearest railway station is Ernakulam Junction, which is well-connected to major cities in India. From there, you can hire a taxi or take a local train to reach the church.

By Air: The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is approximately 42 kilometers away. You can hire a taxi or take a bus from the airport to reach the church.

By Bus: Kochi has a well-developed bus network, and you can easily reach St. Francis Church by taking a bus to the Fort Kochi area.

Nearby famous places

Fort Kochi Beach: Fort Kochi Beach is approximately 550 m away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.
Mattancherry Palace: Mattancherry Palace is approximately 2.7 km away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.
Chinese Fishing Nets: Chinese Fishing Nets is approximately 300 m away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.
Jewish Synagogue: Jewish Synagogue is approximately 2.9 km away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.
Vasco da Gama Square: Vasco da Gama Square is approximately 350 m away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.
Santa Cruz Basilica: Santa Cruz Basilica is approximately 400 m away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.
Kerala Folklore Museum: Kerala Folklore Museum is approximately 10.4 km away from the St Francis Church of Kochi.

Attraction FAQs

Frequently asked questions about St Francis Church:

𝒬. Where is St Francis Church located and what is its address?

𝒜. It is located at Saint Francis Church Road, Kochi.

𝒬. What are the entry charges, opening and closing time of St Francis Church?

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the St Francis Church: Timings:- This St Francis Church is open in morning from 09 am to evening 5 pm. Entry Fee:- No entry fee..

𝒬. What are the best times to visit St Francis Church?

𝒜. You should visit St Francis Church during September, October, November months for best experience.

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