10 Most Amazing Places to Visit in Kochi

Kerala Folklore Museum

Kerala Folklore Museum is a cultural hub promoting as well as reserving the South Indian Heritage.

Fort Kochi

Fort Kochi is one of the most popular tourist attraction in Kochi and is the first European form on Indian soil.

Mattancherry Palace

Also known as the Dutch Palace, this was gifted to the King of Cochin in around 1545 by the Portuguese. It features murals with portraits in rich warm colors.

Santa Cruz Basilica

Santa Cruz Basilica is one of the nine basilicas in India and is a grand Gothic architectural marvel. It was elevated to a cathedral by Pope Paul IV in 1558.

Paradesi Synagogue

The cochin Jewish Synagogue is located in Mattancherry Jew Town and was built in 1568 A.D. for the Paradeshi community in Kochi.

Cherai Beach

Cherai Beach is one of the most visited beaches in India. The dolphin sightings are common in the area.

Hill Palace Museum

This is an archaeological museum built in 1865 and was once the imperial admin office and residence of the Cochin Maharaja.

Wonderla Amusement Park Kochi

Wonderla Amusement Park in Kochi is an amusement and water park with 50+ rides.

Bolgatty Palace

Bolgatty Palace was built by Dutch on the Bolgatty Island in Kochi. The palace has a 9-hole golf and daily Kathakali performances to entertain guests.

Marine Drive Kochi

Marine Drive Kochi is also known as APJ Abdul Kalam Marg, is built facing the backwaters. Interestingly no cars are allowed here despite its name.