Things to Do in Kochi
Get ready to explore Kochi (Queen of the Arabian Sea), like never before on our contribution-based Free Walking Tour — a captivating journey through time, guided by passionate locals who bring the city’s layered history to life. Walk through coastal streets echoing with tales of trade, conquest, and cultural fusion, where every corner blends colonial charm with Kerala’s vibrant spirit.
From timeless traditions and artistic expressions to places of quiet resistance and faith, this immersive experience offers stories that go far beyond the guidebooks. Expect local legends, quirky facts, and thoughtful insights that help you connect with Kochi like a true insider.
Carry a bottle of water wear comfortable clothing, suitable footwear, a mask (optional), sunglasses (optional), and a cap or umbrella (optional) for walking.
Please note: Free tours are not conducted for solo travellers. If only one person is booked, we’ll offer a reschedule option. If not possible, the booking will be cancelled
Fort Kochi in Kerala India offers heritage, history, culture, attractions and sights for every visitor.
On this walking tour, we will meet at Hans Cosmos Yoga. Meet and greet and then walk from local streets to fort kochi where we witness St. Francis Church where Vasco da Gama was buried. The 15th century church has witnessed Portuguese, Dutch and British.
As we walk towards the Bastion Bungalow, which is a Dutch infrastructure built on one of the bastions of the fort , we will witness a museum inside that has old maps, pictures, a Dutch kitchen and offers a striking view of the sea.
Our eyes will see colonial buildings built by Dutch and British and then we will go to Chinese fishing nets . Observing fisherman life, fishing, fish sellers and fish market will give a perfect idea of local life and style.
Walking towards the beach you will witness remarks about the fortress, monuments, sunset, Dutch Cemetery and David Hall. Crossing Princess Street, Rose Street and Petrocelli Street we will go to the Santa Cruz Basilica and the local market.
Meet and greet at Hans Cosmos Yoga.
From here by walk we go to the St. George Orthodox Syrian Church. This is first church built in 1st century destroyed in 15th century and rebuilt in Egyptian architect in 17th century and attain award for its beautiful structure ,it is built with mud. To witness this church is precise for our eyes.
We walk from here toward spice market. The fragrance of the ginger, cloves, cardamom, turmeric and pepper which known as black gold will enter in our senses and our brain will try to recognise. We can enter in warehouse and can witness the dry process of spices and cleaning process ,loading and unloading.
From here we will walk and reach to mattanchery palace,one can witness this palace from inside too as now it is museum and it has 3 Hindu temples.
Opposite to dutch palace from water side our eyes will witness willington island, old harbour bridge, port office and view of colonial architecture.
Jew town,Jewish Synagouge and Jewish symtery will be further covered by walk.
From here we will take auto and reach back fort kochi at cafe hans. You may enjoy breakfast or soft drink or Indian meals.
I play sitar n perform Raag Indian classical music,if you are music lover,ask if time permit me i will be happy to play for you n may it will be precise for your ears and eyes. Peace be with you. Will meet you if i received booking.
Fort Kochi in Kerala India offers heritage, history, culture, attractions and sights for every visitor.
On this walking tour, we will meet at fort kochi No. 18 Hotel, KB Jacob Road, .Meet and greet and then walk from local streets to fort kochi where we witness St. Francis Church where Vasco da Gama was buried. The 15th century church has witnessed Portuguese, Dutch and British.
As we walk towards the Bastion Bungalow, which is a Dutch infrastructure built on one of the bastions of the fort , we will witness a museum inside that has old maps, pictures, a Dutch kitchen and offers a striking view of the sea.
Our eyes will see colonial buildings built by Dutch and British and then we will go to Chinese fishing nets . Observing fisherman life, fishing, fish sellers and fish market will give a perfect idea of local life and style.
Walking towards the beach you will witness remarks about the fortress, monuments, sunset, Dutch Cemetery and David Hall. Crossing Princess Street, Rose Street and Petrocelli Street we will go to the Santa Cruz Basilica and the local market.
