Things to do in Fort Kochi, Kerala

Funny parking sign spotted in Fort Kochi , Kerala

Fort Kochi, a town in the southwest Indian state of Kerala, is famed for its colonial-era Portuguese buildings and Chinese fishing nets. The area was a major spice trading center during the Dutch and Portuguese colonial periods. The town has a long history, dating back to the time of the Portuguese colonization of India. The Portuguese influence is still evident in the town, with its unique architecture and culture. Fort Kochi is a popular tourist destination, due to its scenic location and interesting history.

Best way to explore Fort Kochi -> Walk!

Things to do in Fort Kochi, Kerala?

• Visit the Dutch Palace
• Go on a ferry ride
• Visit the Santa Cruz Cathedral
• Go fishing
• Check out the Chinese fishing nets; try your hand at pulling the net up with the fresh catch of the day!
• Stroll around the Mattancherry market
• Visit the Jewish Synagogue
• Have tea at the Fort Kochi beach
• Visit the Dutch Palace Museum
• Buy some spices
• Have some delicious seafood
• Take a ferry ride
• Visit the Kerala Folklore Museum
• Watch a Kathakali performance
• Get an Ayurvedic massage
• Stroll Along the Beach Walkway