One Day Family Friendly Kochin Itinerary

  1. 9:00AM: Mattancherry Palace
    15 minutes (4.2 km) from Fort Kochi Beach

    Mattancherry Palace, also known as Dutch Palace, is a museum that features a blend of Portuguese, Dutch, and Rajasthani architecture. The museum exhibits a vast collection of murals, paintings, and scriptures. The palace has a pleasant ambience with intricate designs on the walls and ceilings, making it an ideal location for history and art enthusiasts.

  2. 11:00AM: Kerala Folklore Museum
    15 minutes (5.3 km) from Mattancherry Palace

    A rich cultural epitome that showcases the traditional art and architecture of Kerala, the Kerala Folklore Museum displays exhibits and artefacts that are traditional, artistic, and ancestral. The museum has an amazing collection of paintings, sculptures, traditional jewellery, scripts, and wood carvings.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Dhe Puttu
    10 minutes (2 km) from Kerala Folklore Museum

    Indulge in authentic Kerala cuisine at Dhe Puttu, where traditional food items are served in an enchanting ambience. The restaurant is a must-visit for seafood lovers, where the fish and prawns are fresh and cooked to perfection.

  4. 3:00PM: Wonderla Amusement Park
    25 minutes (12 km) from Dhe Puttu

    Spend your afternoon at Wonderla Amusement Park, a family-friendly place with various thrilling rides and activities. The park has some of the best water games, roller coasters, and adventure rides for both kids and adults. The park also has fantastic food courts with a variety of food options.

  5. 7:00 PM: Marine Drive and Shopping
    45 minutes (14.6 km) from Wonderla Amusement Park

    End your day at Marine Drive, one of the most popular places to watch the sunset in Kochi. You'll experience an outstanding view of the backwaters and the sun fading away into the horizon. After enjoying the scenic view, explore MG Road, which offers a host of shopping experiences with anything from spices, coffee, tea, home décor or clothing.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Entry to Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹5)
  • Entry to Kerala Folklore Museum (1.5 hours, ₹100)
  • Lunch at Dhe Puttu (1 hour, ₹500)
  • Entry to Wonderla Amusement Park with Rides (4 hours, ₹1150)
  • Shopping at MG Road (2 hours, variable costs)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,755

Useful Tips:

If you have additional time on your hands, we recommend visiting St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, or Hill Palace Museum.

If you have less time, you can exclude Dhe Puttu from your itinerary and have lunch at a local street food vendor or some other restaurant nearby.

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