Things to Do in Fort Kochi
Fort Kochi & Mattancherry insider guide beaches, Kavaru, heritage, Food spots, Kathakali, cafés, bookstores, Palace & the Water Metro. By locals
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One place or the whole town. 19 so far — what to see, when to go, what it costs and what nobody tells you.
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Hidden Food Spots
Hidden spots in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry for authentic samosas, jalebis, dhoklas, lassis, erachi choru, parottas and more
Kochi Water Metro: Routes, timings, tips
Making Kochi Water Metro more accessible to the travelers & humans of Kochi. Carefully curated water metro route maps, timings, feeder buses, tips and more.
Local Cat's Guide to Fort Kochi's Cafés
As Fort Kochi's self proclaimed resident café cat, I spend my days prowling between the best coffee, food spots in town, napping in sunny windowsills, and observing your peculiar two-legged behaviors.
A Guide for Book Lovers in Fort Kochi: Best Bookstores in Town
Discover Idiom Book Sellers, Kochi Books and Printed Matter — three independent bookstores in Fort Kochi with secondhand books, cafes and local reads.
Library Hunt in Fort Kochi: Discover the Best Reading Hotspots and Book Havens
Find 5 libraries and reading rooms in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry with timings, membership fees and Google Maps links. Community-run and public options.
Beaches Around Fort Kochi That Most Travellers Never Find
Fort Kochi has a beach everyone visits. But not faraway, there are shores with 500 years of stories and almost no tourists. From a beach that once held Portuguese cannons to a fishing village where nothing has changed in a century Kochi's best beaches aren't the ones on the map.
Le Té by Iyami: The Best Early Morning Cafe in Fort Kochi
Discover Le Té by Iyami, a hidden gem on Princess Street. Opening at 7:30 AM, it's the perfect spot for historical Breudher bread, quiet coffee, and serene balcony views in Fort Kochi.
Art & Culture Galleries
Discover the best art galleries and cultural spots in Fort Kochi where you can view local art, attend showcases, or enjoy live music.
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Beer & Wine Places
Find the best spots for beer and wine in Fort Kochi. Visit local favorites like Seagull for seaside drinks, and Francis for a chill vibe.
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Kerala Traditional Meals (Sadhya)
Looking for a traditional Kerala Sadhya? Check our list of local favorites. Most spots serve meals only during lunch, so plan your visit early.
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Tibetan Cuisine in Fort Kochi
Explore the unique flavors of Tibet in coastal Kerala. Our guide covers cozy spots near Santa Cruz Basilica serving authentic momos and noodles. Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Fort Kochi
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The Ultimate Guide to St. FRANCIS CSI CHURCH
Visit India's oldest European church in Fort Kochi. Built 1503 by the Portuguese, captured by the Dutch, rebuilt by the British. Free entry. Here's what to know before you go.
The Ultimate Guide to Club House Restaurant
Club House on Princess Street serves French omelettes, gourmet burgers & late-night bites in heritage Fort Kochi. Menu, prices & insider tips for your visit.
The Ultimate Guide to Peter Celli Street
Read about a cat's adventure at the Peter Celli Street, Fort Kochi! A story filled with new friends, good food and finding homes.
Mattancherry
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The Ultimate Guide to Paradesi Synagogue
The oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth sits in Mattancherry, Kochi. Chinese tiles, copper plates from 1000 CE, and a clock with four scripts. Here's your visiting guide.
The Ultimate Guide to Dharmanath Jain Temple
Delve into the century-old tradition of pigeon feeding at the Jain Temple near Gujarati Road to experience one of the many enchanting cultural aspects of Fort Kochi.
The Ultimate Guide to Kaycee Corporation
Most "cinnamon" sold in Kochi is cassia. Cashews are graded by number, cardamom by the millimetre, and half the shelf answers to a Malayalam name. What the grades mean, before you spend anything.