Start off your first day at the Hill Palace Museum. Built in the 19th century, the museum was once the residence of the Kochi royal family. Today, it houses a vast collection of artifacts, including paintings, sculptures, weapons, and royal exhibits. The architectural and design aspects of the museum will take you back in time. Be sure to check out the palace gardens, which are spread out over 54 acres of land polished with ornamental plants like the sacred gardenia, hibiscus, and frangipani. For the younger family members, the palace has a children's park.
After a day filled with history and culture, it's time to let loose at Wonderla Amusement Park. This family-friendly park offers a variety of rides, such as roller coasters, water slides, dance floors, and laser shows. There's something for everyone in the family here, as the park caters to all ages. Additionally, there are kid-friendly rides like mini-pirateships and balloon rangers and a wave pool for the extreme water lovers.
Begin your day by visiting Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, and reflect on the Indo-Portuguese architecture blended in this monument. Built in 1555 CE, the palace has witnessed the exchange of multiple religions and cultures and still stands as an exceptional edifice to define the town's tales. The palace exhibits some of the most striking and ancient murals in India, illustrating religious epics and historical events.
Conclude your stay by enjoying the scenery and action packed beach experience at Fort Kochi Beach. The lively coastline is scattered with numerous restaurants and cafes around the streets. Take a dip in the ocean or gaze at the passing ships on the distant horizon. Families can also opt for child-friendly activities, such as beach ball games, sea-creature spotting like starfish or for a comfortable sound sleep, wind down watching the sunset on the sandy shores.
If you have more time, you can include a visit to the backwaters of Munar, where you can enjoy a boat ride, visit tea plantations or you can add a spice plantation tour.The town has a lot of food choices, the culinary flair ranges from traditional Keralan seafood to Italian and Mediterranean. If you’re short on time, consider dropping Mattancherry Palace and explore more of Fort Kochi's heritage sites such as The Jewish Synagogue or the Chinese fishing nets instead. It’s best to start your journey early to avoid the traffic and crowded places.