One-Day Family Fun and Relaxation in Kochi, India

Day 1: Explore Kochi

Kochi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe, known for its charming decor and healthy dishes.
Located at Fort Kochi, it’s a short auto-rickshaw ride from anywhere in Kochi.
INR500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Fort Kochi Beach

Enjoy a peaceful morning stroll along Fort Kochi Beach, where you can see the iconic Chinese fishing nets and watch the sun shining over the Arabian Sea.
A quick 5-minute walk from Kashi Art Cafe.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore the Indo-Portuguese Museum

Head to the Indo-Portuguese Museum to learn about the rich cultural heritage of Kochi, with exhibits highlighting the city’s colonial past.
A 10-minute walk from Fort Kochi Beach.
INR100, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at The Rice Boat

Savor some local flavors at The Rice Boat, enjoy seafood specialities overlooking the backwaters.
Located in the nearby Taj Malabar Resort, a 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride.
INR1200, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Relax at Kerala Folklore Museum

After lunch, unwind at the Kerala Folklore Museum, which showcases the traditional art and culture of Kerala through an extensive collection of artifacts.
A 20-minute auto-rickshaw ride from The Rice Boat.
INR150, 2 hours

3:30PM

Take a Backwater Cruise

Experience the tranquility of Kochi’s backwaters with a relaxing cruise that explores the serene waterways surrounded by lush greenery.
A 10-minute auto-rickshaw ride to the nearest cruise point.
INR800, 2 hours

5:30PM

Visit the Mattancherry Palace

Stroll over to the Mattancherry Palace to admire the stunning murals that depict Kerala's cultural history.
A 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride from the backwater boarding point.
INR200, 1 hour

6:30PM

Dinner at Paragon Restaurant

End your day at Paragon Restaurant, famous for its delicious Malabar cuisine, including biryani and seafood dishes.
A 20-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Mattancherry Palace.
INR1000, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Enjoy Cultural Dance Performance

Wrap up your day with a captivating Kathakali dance performance, immersing yourself in the traditional art form of this region.
Check local listings for venues; many are within a 15-minute rickshaw ride from the restaurant.
INR600, 1.5 hours
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