Guidebook to Kochi
Neighborhoods
A charming seaside area, Fort Kochi is known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture, and elaborate bamboo fishing nets at Fort Kochi Beach. St. Francis Church was the original burial site of explorer Vasco da Gama. Upscale eateries and chic cafes serve Kerala specialties, and quaint shops sell cotton clothing and handmade souvenirs. Heritage buildings house contemporary art galleries.
61 locals recommend
Fort Kochi
A charming seaside area, Fort Kochi is known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture, and elaborate bamboo fishing nets at Fort Kochi Beach. St. Francis Church was the original burial site of explorer Vasco da Gama. Upscale eateries and chic cafes serve Kerala specialties, and quaint shops sell cotton clothing and handmade souvenirs. Heritage buildings house contemporary art galleries.
Sightseeing
Munnar - a hill station with beautiful tea estates. A 3-hour scenic drive away from the heart of Kochi.
38 locals recommend
Munnar
Munnar - a hill station with beautiful tea estates. A 3-hour scenic drive away from the heart of Kochi.
Alappuzha, an idyllic town 1.5 hours south of Kochi, is best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons.
32 locals recommend
Alappuzha
Alappuzha, an idyllic town 1.5 hours south of Kochi, is best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons.
City advice
Getting around
The Kochi Metro is the fastest, safest, and easiest way to get around the major parts of the city.
Our apartment is only a 5 minute walk from two Metro stations - Lisie Hospital and Kaloor.
You can also order an Uber or Ola to comfortably get around at any time of the day.