Start the day with a beautiful sunrise view at Fort Kochi Beach. Take a stroll along the promenade, watch fishermen at work and enjoy the fresh breeze.
Around the backwaters and shoreline of Fort Kochi, several Chinese fishing nets are a unique sight that you wouldn't want to miss. Observe the skilled fisherman skillfully using these massive nets, it is a sight which will leave you spellbound.
The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in India and was built by the Portuguese in 1505. The grand and ornate interior is adorned with murals that depict the passion and death of Jesus Christ.
Indulge in some delicious Kerala cuisine while enjoying a view of the sea at Fusion Bay. Be sure to try their seafood platter, which is a house speciality.
The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace that now showcases Hindu murals that depict the Ramayana Epic along with Dutch maps and other historical artifacts. The palace has a unique blend of both traditional Kerala and colonial architecture.
St. Francis Church is one of the oldest church buildings in India, built in 1503. Vasco da Gama, the famous Portuguese explorer, died in Kochi in 1524 on his third visit to Kerala, and was first buried in this church. Later his remains were taken back to Portugal.
A trip to Kochi is incomplete without a glimpse into the classical art forms of Kerala. The Kerala Kathakali Centre is a venue for showcasing Kerala's art forms such as Kathakali and Kalarippayattu, and gives you the opportunity to witness this captivating art form up close and personal.
If you're interested in shopping, make sure to add a visit to Jew Town, the vibrant local market that sells a wide range of handicrafts and spices. If you have time, take a ferry ride from Fort Kochi to Vypin Island for stunning views of the sea. If you have less time, you may want to skip Mattancherry Palace as you will still get a glimpse of traditional Kochi architecture at Santa Cruz Basilica.