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Kochi - Popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea.

Kochi popularly referred to as the “Queen of Arabian Sea” is a beautiful city located in the state of Kerala. This port city is known for its old-world charm. It was the hub of the spice trade with foreign powers such as British, Arabs, Chinese, etc for centuries. There are several places worth visiting when you are in Kochi such as Cherai Beach, Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Palace, Kerala Folklore Museum, Ernakulathappan Temple, to name a few. The tranquility and harmony of Kochi draw tourists from far and wide, especially those who come here to learn about the rich colonial history and trading prowess of this wonderful city.
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Andhakaranazhi Beach – Kochi

Kerala
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Andhakaranazhi Beach holds historical significance as it was once a prominent port during the colonial era. It served as a trading hub for spices, coi…

Areekkal Falls
Areekkal Falls opening…

Areekkal Falls – Kochi

Piravom
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Areekkal Falls opening and closing timings is 9 AM to 6 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Areekkal Falls has been a part of the local landscape for generations, serving as both a scenic attraction and a source of fresh water for nearby comm…

Athirapally Falls
Athirapally Falls open…

Athirapally Falls – Kochi

Pariyaram
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Athirapally Falls opening and closing timings is 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Athirapally Falls has a rich historical and cultural significance in Kerala. It is mentioned in ancient Indian literature and has been a part of local…

Cherai Beach
Cherai Beach is open 2…

Cherai Beach – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Cherai Beach is open 24 hours a day, all days of the week
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

The Pallipuram panchayat, which includes Cherai, is at the northern end of Waypen. The place is a unique combination of sea and backwaters surrounded …

Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple
Cherai Gowreeshwara Te…

Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple – Kochi

Vypin
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple opening and closing timings is 05:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

The temple has a rich history dating back several centuries. It is believed to have been constructed during the reign of the Chera dynasty, making it …

Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple
Chottanikkara Bhagavat…

Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple – Kochi

Chottanikkara
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple opening and closing timings is 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

The temple has a rich history dating back several centuries. It is believed to have been constructed in the 10th century. Legend has it that the templ…

Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple
Chottanikkara Temple o…

Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple – Kochi

Chottanikkara, Ernakulam
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Chottanikkara Temple opening and closing timing is 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:45 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

This temple is located at Chotanikkara in Kochi in the southern state of Kerala, India and is one of the most popular temples in the state. Chotanikar…

Ernakulathappan Temple
Ernakulathappan Temple…

Ernakulathappan Temple – Kochi

Durbar Hall Road, Ernakulam
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Ernakulathappan Temple opening and closing timing is 03:30 AM – 08:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~479 m
About

The Ernakulam Shiva Temple, also known as the Ernakulathappan Temple is located in the heart of Kerala India. According to local Hindu religions and t…

Fort Kochi Beach
There are no Fort Koch…

Fort Kochi Beach – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
There are no Fort Kochi Beach timings, this place is open all around in year.
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~4.9 km
About

It is a beach located in the state of Kerala in South India. It is a serene beach that offers a beautiful view and natural beauty to its visitors. The…

Hill Palace Museum
Hill Palace Museum ope…

Hill Palace Museum – Kochi

Hill Palace Rd, Irumpanam, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam
— km away from you
Admission
Hill Palace open 09.00 am to 12.30 pm and 02.00 pm to 04.30 pm all days (Monday close), Entry fee for adult Rs 20, child Rs 7. | Adults - ₹30/-, Child (5 to 12 yrs) - ₹10/-
Timings
Hill Palace Museum opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Thykoodam
~4.4 km
About

The Hill Palace is an archaeological museum and palace located in the Tripunithura neighborhood of the city of Kochi in the Indian state of Kerala. Th…

Indo-Portuguese Museum
Indo-Portuguese Museum…

Indo-Portuguese Museum – Kochi

Kureethara Rd
— km away from you
Admission
Timings:- This Indo-Portuguese Museum is open in morning from 10 am to 1 pm and in evening from 2 pm to 5 pm. Entry Fee:- 40 Rupees (same price for Indian citizens and foreigners). | Indian ₹20/-, Foreigners ₹25/, Children ₹5/-
Timings
Indo-Portuguese Museum opening and closing timing is about 10:30 AM to 8:45 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~4.9 km
About

The museum was established in 1910 by the then Bishop of Kochi, Dom João Gomes Ferreira, with the objective of preserving and showcasing the Indo-Port…

Jew Town
There are no Jew Town …

Jew Town – Kochi

Old Cochin, Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
There are no Jew Town timings, this place is open all around in year.
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~2.9 km
About

The Jewish Town in Cochin is a quaint town that welcomes visitors with its colonial houses and small shops selling antiques and artifacts. The Mattanc…

Kalady
Kalady opening and clo…

Kalady – Kochi

Kalady, Ernakulam, Cochin
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Kalady opening and closing timing is 5:00 AM – 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Kalady is a town near Malayattoor in Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. It is notable as the birthplace of the 8th century Indian philosopher Adi Sh…

Kashi Art Cafe – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~4.7 km
About

Established in 1997, Kashi Art Cafe has a rich history of supporting local artists and promoting the cultural scene in Kochi. It has been a platform f…

Kathakali Center – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

The Kathakali Center was established to promote and preserve the traditional art form of Kathakali, which originated in the southern Indian state of K…

Kerala Folklore Museum
Kerala Folklore Museum…

Kerala Folklore Museum – Kochi

Pandit Karuppan Road, Thevara Ferry Road, Junction, Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Kerala Folklore Museum open 09.30 am to 07.00 pm all days in week, Entry fee for adult Rs 100 and Students Rs 50. | Genral Entry Ticket Price is ₹100/- (per person), Photography Camera - ₹100/- (per camera/mobile)
Timings
Kerala Folklore Museum opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Tripunithura Terminal
~3.6 km
About

Kerala Folklore Museum is a cultural center to promote and preserve the culture and heritage of South India. The museum was promoted by Mrs and Mr Geo…

Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary
Kodanad Elephant Sanct…

Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary – Kochi

Vallom Panamkuzhi Road, Malayattoor PO, Kaprikad
— km away from you
Admission
Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary open 08.00 am to 05.00 pm all days except Monday, Entry fee for Indian adult Rs 20, child Rs 10 and Foreigner all Rs 100. | Adults - ₹20 - ₹30/-, Indian Children - ₹10 - ₹20/-, Foreigners - ₹100 - ₹250/- Still Camera (₹25),
Timings
Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary opening and closing timing is 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary is an animal shelter mini zoo that functions under the eco-tourism project of the Government of Kerala. It was the first el…

Kuzhupilly Beach – Kochi

Vypin
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Kuzhupilly Beach has a rich historical significance, as it was once a prominent trading port for spices and other goods. Its history is deeply intertw…

Lulu Mall – Kochi

Edapally
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
Edappally
~660 m
About

Lulu Mall is located in Kochi city, which is the commercial and industrial hub of Kerala. It is specially located in Edappally area, which is easily a…

Malayattoor Tourism – Kochi

Kerala
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Malayattoor holds great religious significance for Christians as it is believed to be the place where St. Thomas, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus …

Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary
Mangalavanam Bird Sanc…

Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary – Kochi

MG Road
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary opening and closing timings are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
MG Road
~1.1 km
About

Mangalvanam Bird Sanctuary, located in the heart of Kochi, Kerala, has a rich history and ecological importance. The area is home to a variety of migr…

Marine Drive
Marine Drive is open 2…

Marine Drive – Kochi

Marine Drive Walkway, Marine Drive, Ernakulam
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Marine Drive is open 24 hours a day, all days of the week
Nearest Metro Station
MG Road
~2.5 km
About

Marine Drive is a picturesque resort in Kochi, India. Marine Drive spans a distance of 140 meters from Jankar Jetty in the north to Ernakulam Boat Jet…

Mattancherry Palace
Mattancherry Palace op…

Mattancherry Palace – Kochi

Mattancherry, Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Matthancherry Palace open 09:45 am to 01:00 pm, 02:00 pm to 04:45 pm every day except Fridays, Entry fee for adult Rs 2. | Online Tickets (ASI website):Adults Indians (per person): ₹5/-Foreigners (per person): ₹5/-BIMSTEC,
Timings
Mattancherry Palace opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~2.9 km
About

Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, is a significant historical landmark located in Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala. Originally built by …

MG Road
There are no M.G. Road…

MG Road – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
There are no M.G. Road Market timings, this place is open all around in year.
Nearest Metro Station
Tripunithura Terminal
~170 m
About

MG Road has a rich history dating back to the colonial era when it was developed as a commercial center by the British. Over the years, it has evolved…

Munambam Beach – Kochi

Vypin
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Kashi Munambam Beach has a rich historical background and was an important trade route during ancient times. It was frequented by traders from various…

Museum Of Kerala History
Museum Of Kerala Histo…

Museum Of Kerala History – Kochi

Pathadipalam
— km away from you
Admission
Timings:- The museum opens from 10.00 am to 05.30 pm and Closed on public holidays and Mondays. Entry Fee:- Entry fee is Rs 100 per person. | Adults ₹100/-, College Students ₹75/-, Children ₹50/-
Timings
Museum Of Kerala History opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Pathadipalam
~496 m
About

Kerala History Museum, also known as Kerala History Museum, is a major museum located in the city of Kozhikode, Kerala, India. It is a museum that foc…

Pallipuram Fort
Pallipuram Fort openin…

Pallipuram Fort – Kochi

Pallipuram
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Pallipuram Fort opening and closing timing is 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Pallipuram Fort, located in Pallipuram, Kerala, is one of the oldest European forts in India, originally built by the Portuguese in 1503. In 1661, it …

Paradesi Synagogue
Paradesi Synagogue ope…

Paradesi Synagogue – Kochi

Mattancherry
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Paradesi Synagogue opening and closing timings is 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~2.9 km
About

The Paradesi Synagogue has a long and storied history. It was constructed in 1568 by the Malabar Yehudan people, a group of Jewish migrants from Europ…

Princess Street – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~4.7 km
About

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 Au…

Puthenthode Beach – Kochi

Kannamaly
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Puthenthode Beach has a rich historical significance, closely linked to the maritime heritage of Kochi. It was a crucial trading port during the colon…

Puthuvype Beach – Kochi

Puthuvype
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Puthuvype Beach holds historical significance as it was once a prominent trading port during the colonial era. It played a crucial role in connecting …

Santa Cruz Basilica
Santa Cruz Basilica op…

Santa Cruz Basilica – Kochi

Bastian St, Fort Nagar, Fort Kochi, Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Santa Cruz Basilica opening and closing timing is 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~4.7 km
About

The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi, Kochi is one of the nine basilicas in Kerala. It is a place of devotion as well as a center of histor…

St Francis Church
St Francis Church open…

St Francis Church – Kochi

Saint Francis Church Road
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
St Francis Church opening and closing timings is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
Maharajas College
~4.7 km
About

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 …

St. George Forane Church
St. George Forane Chur…

St. George Forane Church – Kochi

Edapally
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
St. George Forane Church is generally open from 05:30 AM to 08:30 PM.
Nearest Metro Station
Changampuzha Park
~620 m
About

St. George's Forane Church is one of the oldest Christian churches in Kerala, with a history dating back more than a thousand years. The church is ded…

Thrikkakara Temple – Kochi

Edappally
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
Cochin University
~1.5 km
About

Thrikkakara Temple has a history that dates back thousands of years. It is believed to be one of the few temples that remain connected to the mytholog…

Vallarpadam Basilica
The Basilica is genera…

Vallarpadam Basilica – Kochi

Ernakulam
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
The Basilica is generally open from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm every day of the week.
Nearest Metro Station
MG Road
~4.3 km
About

The National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom, also called Vallarpadam Basilica, is a historic Catholic pilgrimage church located on Vallarpadam …

Veeranpuzha Beach
Veeranpuzha Beach is o…

Veeranpuzha Beach – Kochi

Veeranpuzha Beach, Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Veeranpuzha Beach is open 24 hours.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Veeranappuzha is a lake in Kochi, Kerala, India. This is the northern extension of Vembanad Lake, the beach is lined with lush green vegetation with b…

Veeranpuzha Lake
Veeranpuzha Lake is op…

Veeranpuzha Lake – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Veeranpuzha Lake is open 24 hours.
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Veeranappuzha is a lake in Kochi, Kerala, India. This is the northern extension of Vembanad Lake, the beach is lined with lush green vegetation with b…

Willingdon Island – Kochi

Kochi
— km away from you
Admission
Free Entry
No ticket required
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
Tripunithura Terminal
~3.3 km
About

Willingdon Island was created during the early 20th century by filling in the shallow lake around the backwaters of Kochi. It was named after Lord Wil…

Wonderla Amusement Park – Kochi

Pallikkara
— km away from you
Admission
Timings:- Wonderla Amusement Park is open 11 am to 05 pm on weekdays and 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekends and holidays. Entry fee varies depending on the day and season, with discounts for children and senior citizens. It's advisable to check the official
Timings
Timings not available
Nearest Metro Station
No metro station within 5 km
About

Wonderla Kochi, formerly known as Veegaland, was inaugurated in 2000. It was later rebranded as Wonderla in 2011. The park has since expanded and upgr…

Frequently Asked Questions about Kochi

Kochi is located in the state of Keralam, India.

The best time to visit Kochi is With the receding of the monsoon starts (July - September) the best time to visit Kochi..

Kochi is famous for Popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea, the city also flaunts one of the finest natural harbours of the world and was the centre of the world spice trade for many centuries. Old Kochi(West Kochi).

The nearest airport to Kochi is Cochin International Airport, Cochin is an international airport serving the city of Kochi, in the state of Kerala, India. Located at Nedumbassery, about 25 kilometres northeast of the city,.

The main railway station in Kochi is Ernakulam Junction railway station, Old Railway Station, Kumbalam, Aroor Halt, Edappally railway station, Kalamassery, Tirunettur, Aluva railway station, Triupunittura, Ernakulam Town railway station.

The main bus terminal in Kochi is Fort Kochi Bus Terminal, KSRTC Bus Station, Mattancherry Bus Terminus, Harbour Terminal Railway Bus Stop, Kochu Palli Bus Station, Karuvelipady Bus Stop.

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