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Best Places to visit in December in Kochi

December brings the holiday spirit to Kochi, with plenty of festive events, decorations, and activities to explore. From historical sites and museums to beautiful parks and cozy cafes, December is the perfect time to enjoy the city’s charm in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re here for winter sports, cultural experiences, or simply to soak in the festive vibes, December in Kochi has something for everyone.
Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, Kochi

Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, Kochi

This is the temple of the mother goddess Bhagavati. The goddess is known to be present inside the temple in the form of Mahalakshmi. She is believed to cure the devotees of all their problems. It is one of the most popular Hindu temples in the state. The area where this temple is, was once a very thick jungle. This temple is believed to cure mental illness and evil spirits. The patients are given lime, neem, and chilies from the temple and this is considered to ward off evil spirits. There is this Thiruvonam festival that is celebrated in this temple with a lot of fanfare. It is like a huge feast. Read more.. Read less
Address
Chottanikkara, Ernakulam
Place Type
Religious Place
Best For
Family, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry Fee
No Entry Fee
Opening Time
Chottanikkara Temple opening and closing timing is 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:45 PM.
Opening Days
The Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple is open every day for visitors
Best Month
September, October, November, December
Nearest Metro
Thykoodam Metro Station (8.0 KM)
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Mattancherry Palace, Kochi

Mattancherry Palace, Kochi

This is a Portuguese Palace that was actually gifted by the Portuguese to the King of Cochin way back in 1545. It contains portraits that exhibits, the Rajas of Kochi. This palace has been included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is quadrangular in shape and demonstrates Nalukettu style of architecture. There are several murals in the palace and they depict the finest example of Hindu temple art. The murals are painted in warm hues using the tempera technique. Portraits of Rajas of Cochin starting from 1864 can be seen in the Coronation Hall of the palace. Read more.. Read less
Address
Mattancherry, Kochi
Place Type
Monument
Best For
Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Parents
Entry Fee

Online Tickets (ASI website):
Adults Indians (per person): ₹5/-
Foreigners (per person): ₹5/-
BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries (per person): ₹5/-

Offline Tickets (On-site Purchase):
Adults Indians (per person): ₹10/-
Foreigners (per person): ₹100/-
BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries (per person): ₹10/-
Entry is free for children below 15 years.

Opening Time
Mattancherry Palace opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Opening Days
The Mattancherry Palace is open from Saturday to Thursday in a week, Closed on every Friday.
Best Month
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Nearest Metro
Maharajas College Metro Station (3.3 KM)
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Veeranpuzha Beach, Kochi

Veeranpuzha Beach, Kochi

It is one of the most sought after beaches in Kochi. Some of the water tourism festivals are also organized here. The blue waters and golden hued sandy shores attract tourists to this beach. This outstanding beach is lined up with lush green vegetation. Due to close proximity of fishing villages you can see a lot of fishermen at work here. The beach is frequently crowded as lot of people come here to see a wonderful sunrise and sunset. Take a walk or enjoy some relaxing time at the beach with your friends and family. Read more.. Read less
Address
Veeranpuzha Beach, Kochi
Place Type
Nature Sites and Parks
Best For
Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Youngsters
Entry Fee
No Entry Fee
Opening Time
Veeranpuzha Beach is open 24 hours.
Opening Days
Veeranpuzha Beach is alway open for visitors.
Best Month
September, October, November, December
Nearest Metro
Changampuzha Park Metro Station (9.3 KM)
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