Best time to visit
October to March: dry, sunny weather; the Cochin Carnival runs through late December.
Ideal duration
2–3 days
How to reach
Cochin International Airport (COK) is about 30 km from the city and Ernakulam Junction is the main railway hub. By road it is about 270 km from Madurai and 190 km from Munnar.
Kochi: Fort Kochi, backwaters and spice-route history. Book a comfortable cab or a curated tour package with experienced local drivers.
Places to see
Top attractions
- 1
Chinese Fishing Nets
iconic cantilevered nets at Fort Kochi beach at sunset
- 2
Mattancherry Palace
Portuguese-built palace with Kerala murals
- 3
Santa Cruz Basilica
Gothic-style church in Fort Kochi
- 4
Alleppey Backwaters
houseboat cruise, about 55 km south
Travel tips
- Watch the fishing nets at sunset; evenings are busiest
- Book backwater houseboats a day ahead in peak season
- Try karimeen fry and appam with stew at local kitchens