
Things to Do in Fort Kochi
This is our Fort Kochi insider guide for you curated experiences, updated regularly by the cats who call this place home. Whether you're here for the Heritage, the food, or just the light on the harbour at dusk, we've got you.
Last updated: June 20, 2026.
Quick Navigation
- Beaches
- Heritage & History
- Hidden Food Spots
- Cafes & Coffee
- Beer & Wine Places
- Art Galleries & Murals
- Kochi Water Metro
- Kavaru / Bioluminescence
Beaches Around Fort Kochi

Suggested Time: Early Mornings, Evenings.
MG Beach Busy, historic. Best for sunset and ship-watching 📍
Valappu Beach Quiet, Fewer crowd. 📍
Puthuvype Beach Wide, clean, See Kerala's highest lighthouse 📍
Chellanam Beach Clean, Accessible with Cab/Auto from Fort Kochi 📍
Puthenthodu Beach, The historic Malabar Coast 📍
Kochi Water Metro

India's first water metro system. Clean, cheap, and the views from the boat are worth the trip by themselves. You can take it from Fort Kochi to Ernakulam and several other islands.
Kochi Water Metro guide, Routes connecting High Court to Fort Kochi, Mattancherry & Vypin (Timings: 8 AM – 7 PM)
Frequency: Every 15-30 minutes depending on route
📍 Fort Kochi Water Metro Station
📍 Mattancherry Water Metro Station
Magical Kavaru Bioluminescence

See Kavaru Bioluminescence: Magical Glowing Water Near Fort Kochi! Active March to May on dark moonless nights (Recommended time: Mid night) Details Here > 📍