Spice Market Tour
Mattancherry 1.5 hrs
Immerse yourself in the aromatic world of spices at Jew Town's bustling market.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Malayalam and English and Hindi
Local currency
INR
(INR)
Local time
(GMT+5)
Ideal trip length
3–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Fort Kochi
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Optional, small amounts
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Appam with Stew
Kerala Fish Curry
Puttu and Kadala Curry
Karimeen Pollichathu
When to visit Cochin
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, December
Busiest: Oct-Mar
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Jan90
Cool, dry, sunny
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Feb85
Warm, dry, sunny
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Mar75
Hot, humid, dry
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Apr60
Hot, humid, pre-monsoon
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May50
Hot, humid, pre-monsoon
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Jun40
Monsoon, heavy rain
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Jul35
Monsoon, heavy rain
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Aug45
Monsoon, easing rain
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Sept60
Post-monsoon, humid
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Oct75
Pleasant, less humid
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Nov85
Cooler, dry, pleasant
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Dec90
Cool, dry, sunny
Things to do in Cochin
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
St. Francis Church
Fort Kochi 0.5 hrs
Visit India's oldest European church, where Vasco da Gama was initially buried.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
Mattancherry 1.5 hrs
Explore the exquisite murals depicting Hindu mythology and royal portraits.
Paradesi Synagogue
Mattancherry 0.5 hrs
Visit India's oldest active synagogue, known for its ornate interiors.
Best in the evening
2 places
Chinese Fishing Nets
Fort Kochi 1 hr
Witness the iconic cantilevered nets in action at sunrise or sunset.
Kathakali Performance
Fort Kochi 2 hrs
Experience a mesmerizing traditional Kerala dance-drama with elaborate costumes.
Any time of day
1 place
Backwater Cruise
Alleppey/Kumarakom (day trip) 3 hrs
Enjoy a serene boat ride through the tranquil canals and lagoons of Kerala's backwaters.
Practical ratings
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Near Cochin
Straight-line distance from the centre of Cochin.
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