City: Kerala
Top Things to do in Kerala
Top 10 Shopping in Kerala, India
Kerala (/ˈkɛrələ/), called Keralam in Malayalam (where Kerala is the adjectival form), is a state in South India on the Malabar Coast. It was formed on 1 November 1956 following the States Reorganisation Act by combining Malayalam-speaking regions. Spread over 38,863 km (15,005 sq mi), it is bordered by Karnataka to the north and northeast, Tamil Nadu to the east and south, and the Lakshadweep Sea to the west. With 33,387,677 inhabitants as per the 2011 Census, Kerala is the thirteenth-largest Indian state by population. It is divided into 14 districts with the capital being Thiruvananthapuram. Thiruvananthapuram is the largest city in the state. Malayalam is the most widely spoken language and is also the official language of the state.
Restaurants in Kerala
1. Asparagus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 70 reviews
Asparagus is sustainable clothing store based in Varkala. We offer ecological textiles and handicrafts from Kerala. Asparagus has become a thriving business for the discerning customer,offering bespoke garments, produced from naturally dyed organic cotton (Ayurvastra and Kalamkari).On site is a master tailor who can adapt and interpret interpret your personal designs and requirements.
Reviewed By Greenus_17 - Thailand, null
Aji and his team are really helpful with top quality material and AMAZING finished products. I got some linen shorts copied and they are quite literally an exact match. Very helpful with advice and not even the slightest bit of pushiness which is a nice break shopping in India. Set prices too and its reasonable! My partner gave the most confusing instructions ever for some pants and somehow the tailor nailed it with perfect fitting end products. Very impressed.
2. Surabhi Shopping Mall
3. Strings Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Experience centuries of creativity and craftsmanship, with fine instruments and objects that have inspired music-making from the earlier century to the present day. Strings Museum is a platform for art, music lovers which conserves instruments from various countries spanning many centuries. The museum presents regular lecture-recitals and workshops by talented instrumental musicians.
4. Craft Tree
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By scchurch13 - Longmont, United States
Beautiful shop, wonderful people, particularly owner Mir. Many lovely designs, high quality fabrics and excellent fabrication. Mir went out of his way to have a particular dress made in my size when there wasn't one in the shop. Hand-block process explained and demonstrated. Leading-edge designers. Modern thinking. Thank you!!
5. Shiny Spices
6. Kerala Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By RatheeshRNath - Kochi (Cochin), India
Kerala Museum My visit to Madavan Nayyar Museum Edappally Cochin We always like something far away from us and never see what is near to you. This is what I felt when I visited Madavan Nayyar museum last day with family. I was on a vacation mood and wanted to show something new to my 6 year old child and was not in a mood to drive too long. After all research I decided to take him to the Kerala museum which is just 10km from my home, though I never visited. I always thought its just an art gallery. On visiting the museum I felt guilty about myself for not visiting this place during these years especially when am a cochin based tour operator. I shall pen down what I felt in this serene place. My and my wife with our 6 year old son went to this place where we purchased ticket for Rs. 150 per adult. The person at counter explained us to visit art doll gallery, art gallery and then to the audio visual studio to understand the history of Kerala. We though it would take just half hour to finish the visit and planned to visit an authentic in cochin for lunch, it was 12 noon. On entering the museum we were guided towards doll museum which was one of the main attractions. This doll museum has many dolls show cased with dolls of 2 feet height wearing ethnical dress of most of the states in India as well with main art form of that state. This small museum was enough for us to explain our son that we have 29 states in India and all states follow different culture, art forms and the authentic dress they wear. He was so amazed to see this vast culture and heritage of our nation. It was very easy for us to explain as all these were displayed with proper illustration and the way it was placed really require appreciation. Though he hesitated to come out we then went to the art gallery where original pictures of Raja Ravi Verma and many artists were displayed in proper order which are kept the way it should be. This is a place any artist should visit and is memorable to have good time at this place. The staff were courtesy enough to explain and is very well maintained. The third and last to visit is the gem in this museum, the audio visual of history of Kerala. At this place entire Kerala history was sculptured and a live demonstration was made using recorded audio in English or in Malayalam. From the era of Raja rule to democracy was portrayed in an order any one can understand easily. This half hour show gave lights on the history of Kerala with names of rulers and main legends behind the history of Kerala. Even though we were hungry we spent almost 1 and half hour in this place and is inspired by the way knowledge is arranged in this place. I would recommend all to visit this place atleast once and educate your children on what has been portrayed.
7. David Hall Gallery & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
David Hall is a beautiful old Dutch bungalow that has been restored and has taken on a new life as a cultural centre with a gallery for contemporary art, with a focus on providing a platform for young artists. With its café serving authentic thin crust pizzas, delicious bites and beverages; and a space for performing arts, the historic building could be an inspiring, vibrant meeting place for fresh talent and lovers of art.
Reviewed By alittlebitofcaro - Bengaluru, India
If you're in Fort Kochi for the Biennale, then David Hall is one place you should not miss. It is one of the exhibit venues for the biennale and a very beautiful one indeed. I visited David Hall for the biennale, but ended up falling in love with their cafe and spending more time that I had planned on staying. They have a beautiful outdoor cafe, with a vertical garden and greenery all around. There is a changing special menu that is displayed on the board and the pizzas here are an absolute must try item.
8. Kashi Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 781 reviews
Reviewed By jadet393
We loved the place It is a must do if you are in fort kochi The food is good Coffee is amazing Beautiful Good service We will come back for sure !
9. LuLu Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,871 reviews
Reviewed By Bolghaty - Ernakulam, India
Pics were not permitted but I did click some from outside. Undoubtedly world class hyper market with choicest of freshly made mouthwatering multiple cusine delicacies sold as take away (except chat and fruit juice)... people thronging and fighting to get Arabian, Kerala, Tandoori, Chinese, Continental food and array of breads with ultra fresh salads n cheese...yet no dearth of piping hot supply from the hyper market kitchen! Priced cheapest in the world and quality best in category. The fish,meat, vegetables,fruits (dry fruits too best of world products) were topmost in quality and freshness personified! Priced cheapest ofcourse. The deals in all veriety of groceries,cosmetics,diary,pickles etc and home needs seemed irresistibly good. Staff over worked and cash counters overflowing but somehow there seemed order and efficiency in all that crowd and chaos. MUST VISIT in cochin and Mall itself is a sure shot full day of fun,food and time well spent on value shopping at competitive rates. Food Court is fantastic and needs another exclusive review.
10. Clay Art Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Clay Art Cafe is an Art Gallery and Coffee Shop. We house an exquisite collection of paintings and art works. We serve Cappuccino, Latte , Expresso , Fresh Juices,Iced tea,Milk Shakes and Cakes.
Reviewed By pbanpela - Kottayam, India
The place served us with sumptuous delicacies and the ambience was also serene clubbed with nice artworks. A must visit for art and food lovers.
