Top 10 Things to do in Kochi (Cochin), Kerala

December 28, 2021 Jacquiline Darosa

A blending of several small villages on the southwestern coast created the current incarnation of Kochi (or Cochin), where sunset strolls, sampling fresh fish from seaside vendors and boat rides through the islands just offshore top visitors' to-do lists. Art centers showcase the traditional dance, Kathakali. European influences are seen in the 16th-century Portuguese-built churches and forts, while the mark of early Chinese traders is visible in the unusual fishing nets dotting the shoreline.
Restaurants in Kochi (Cochin)

1. Wonderla Amusement Park

Kakkanad Pallikara Road, Kochi (Cochin) 683565 India +91 75938 53107 [email protected] http://www.wonderla.com/kochi-amusement-park/
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4.5 based on 862 reviews

Wonderla Amusement Park

Wonderla Holidays Limited, is the No. 1 amusement park operator in India. Promoted by Arun K. Chittilappilly and Kochouseph Chittilappilly, Wonderla currently owns and operates three amusement parks – one each in Kochi, Bangalore and Hyderabad respectively and a resort in Bangalore. Wonderla Kochi, spread over 35 acres of land, is thrilling visitors with 56 rides since 2000. Wonderla Bangalore, spanning over 82 acres, offers a spectacular range of entertainment with 61 rides. Wonderla Hyderabad, the latest edition in the portfolio, is spread over 50 acres and offers 43 attractions. Wonderla Amusement Park has been ranked No. 1 in India and No. 6 in Asia by TripAdvisor for 4 consecutive years. Wonderla Resort, located beside the amusement park in Bangalore, comprises of 84 luxury rooms, with amenities including 4 full-fledged banquet halls, multi cuisine restaurant, rest-o-bar and recreational facilities like a heated swimming pool, kid’s activity centre & a full fledged gym.

Reviewed By parthik17 - Dharapuram, India

High thriller games super, roller coaster,360, space gun three games super I repeated with few ride come and visit with ur friends and family such a awesome place for joyful wonderful womderla

2. Kerala Folklore Museum

Folklore Junction Thevara, Kochi (Cochin) 682013 India +91 70347 77499 [email protected] http://www.keralafolkloremuseum.org
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4.5 based on 1,093 reviews

Kerala Folklore Museum

Folklore Museum aims to provide art education to the students and helping to provide visual and academic knowledge to the art lovers, researchers and travelers from all over the world. Folklore museum is the only architectural museum in Kerala and the treasure trove of stone, wood and bronze sculptures, ancient terracotta, stone Age objects, jewellery, paintings, oil lamps, musical instruments, tribal and folk art, wood works, utensils, masks and traditional art forms etc. these are around 4000 artifacts from tiny to large size on display. This ethnic museum is the essence of the life and culture of the common man over the past 1000 years.

Reviewed By EGL0

An almost bewildering private collection of (in the main) high end cultural artefacts from musical instruments to Theyyam masks and costumes to oil paintings to puppets to antique Keralan front doors, well displayed and maintained over 3 floors in a glorious traditional Keralan teak building. Courteous, knowledgeable staff. 100R entrance + 100R for use of a snapshot camera. Slightly haphazard labelling of exhibits but fine for me - would have been overwhelming otherwise Glorious theatre on the top floor with a coffered wooden ceiling embellished with beautifully detailed paintings depicting Hindu deities and scenes from the Hindu epics. Small cafe adjoining. A "must see" for anyone interested in the culture / ethnography of Kerala. There is a shop but the sales staff are not pushy in any way.

3. Kerala Kathakali Centre

near Santa Cruz Basilica K.B. Jacob Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India +91 484 221 7552 [email protected] http://www.kathakalicentre.com
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4.5 based on 2,050 reviews

Kerala Kathakali Centre

Reviewed By Beena_Sarada - Mexico City, Mexico

Kerala Kathakali Centre explains the facial expressions in tandem with the various drum beats performed by skilled artists. If you go a bit early, you can see the artists applying makeup to their face.

4. Chottanikkara Temple

Ernakulam, Kochi (Cochin) 682 312 India +91 79944 40000 http://www.chottanikkarabhagavathy.org
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4.5 based on 554 reviews

Chottanikkara Temple

Reviewed By vinodn402 - Kochi (Cochin), India

Huge Devi temple. Pond, two temples nearby one compound. It's serene, nice to have darshan of Devi here, it gives you peace of mind and so many specialities of this place, worth a visit for once, then you will get to know. It's really a worth visit.

5. LuLu Mall

34/1000 N.h 47, Kochi (Cochin) 682 024 India +91 484 272 7777 [email protected] http://www.lulumall.in/
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4.5 based on 1,871 reviews

LuLu Mall

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.

6. Edappally Church Complex

Edappally Road, Ernakulam, Kochi (Cochin) 682024 India http://www.edappallystgeorge.org/
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4.5 based on 307 reviews

Edappally Church Complex

Reviewed By JEDOLPHY - Chennai District, India

This beauitful church is huge and so beautifully designed.It is near to The Lulu Mall and so in the heart of the city. A must visit for all .

7. Paradesi Synagogue

Jew Town Rd Mattancherry, Kochi (Cochin) India 271628 http://keralamantra.com
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4.0 based on 1,333 reviews

Paradesi Synagogue

This temple dates back to the 16th century.

Reviewed By popsf2019 - Kochi (Cochin), India

Paradesi Synagogue was built in 1568 and is rated as the oldest active synagogue in all the 53 member-countries of the Commonwealth of Nations. Renowned as Cochin Jewish Synagogue or the Mattancherry Synagogue, this synagogue was constructed by people of Cochin Jewish community (Malabari Yehuden). In Hindi, Paradesi refers to the people from foreign land and this synagogue was named Paradesi as it was once used by the White Jews

8. Jew Town

Old Cochin, Kochi (Cochin) 682002 India +91 90379 03060 http://www.crafttree.org
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4.0 based on 1,998 reviews

Jew Town

Reviewed By sushantosaha2018 - Dhaka City, Bangladesh

The place is so charming. It is nice equipped with art and craft shops, spice shops, nice cafes and antique shops as well. The Jewish Synagogue is also there. Walking in the streets of Jew Town will definitely give you a pleasant experience. This place is a must visit!

9. Marine Drive

MG Road, Kochi (Cochin) India
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4.0 based on 714 reviews

Marine Drive

Reviewed By manojrmenon - Kochi (Cochin), India

A great place to relax! A long pathway from the High Court Jetty to Childrens Park. Lot of chairs have been kept to spend time watching the back water and ships in the Kochi Port. Night view is suggested. Lot of shopping malls, restaurants and ice cream parlours and Tat Gateway hotel near it.

10. Chinese Fishing Nets

Fort Kochi Beach Kochi-682001 Kerala India, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India +91 98466 71052 http://www.ekeralaholidays.in
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3.5 based on 3,782 reviews

Chinese Fishing Nets

Reviewed By Violetmoonwater - Fairfield, United States

These fishing nets are so brilliantly designed and like very few on earth. It's a treat to watch this marvel of ancient engineering. There are multiple nets being operated all day everyday, and the boardwalk offers a chance to eat fresh fish, buy souvenirs, and walk by the beach. A fun way to spend some time and a memorable place to visit in Cochin!

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