Budget Trip to Kochi

Budget Trip to Kochi

Kochi is a beautiful city that offers a lot to see and do. You can spend all day walking around, or take a few hours to fit everything in. Here's my budget-friendly travel guide to Kochi:

Explore Fort Kochi: Visit the historic fort area to see the Chinese fishing nets

Fort Kochi is one of the most popular destinations in Kerala. The fort is a must-visit for tourists visiting Kochi, as it houses some of the best museums and art galleries in India.

There are several sites to visit at Fort Kochi that include:

The Chinese Fishing Nets Museum

Kerala Maritime Museum

City Market (also known as Pettah Market)

Take a ferry ride: Take a cheap ferry ride from Fort Kochi to Vypeen Island

The ferry ride from Fort Kochi to Vypeen Island is one of the best ways to see both cities. It's cheap, safe and relaxing. The ferry ride takes about 45 minutes each way and passes through backwaters as well as some beautiful beaches on Vypeen Island. If you're interested in seeing more than just the cityscape, this is a great way to get an up-close look at Kochi's natural beauty!

Enjoy street food: Taste the delicious street food at Broadway or MG Road

Street food is cheap and delicious.

You can find a variety of fast food restaurants Weather in Kochi.

Try the local specialties such as chicken, fish and pork dishes, which are very affordable but also flavorful!

Also try the local dishes like idli or dosa with chutney sambar vadai masala dosa and do not forget to order some coconut chutney!

Go shopping: Shop for souvenirs

What to avoid buying, including:

T-shirts with religious motifs (such as the Cross) and other Christian symbols. These can be found in many shops across Kochi, but they are clearly marked as not being affordable enough for tourists who are on a budget trip. If you want a souvenir of your trip here, I recommend getting something cheap that doesn't have any religious meaning attached to it—like magnets or keychains—and just enjoy it! You'll probably end up saving money over buying these types of items from other countries anyway!

Visit the beach: Spend a relaxing day at Cherai Beach or Vypin Beac

Cherai Beach is a popular beach in Kochi and it's a great place to relax. This beach is home to many restaurants, bars, and clubs. You can enjoy a leisurely day at the beach with your friends or family by renting an umbrella or parasol from one of their vendors on the beachside. If you don't feel like going all out for an entire day at the beach club then there are also plenty of other things around town that will allow you to spend some time relaxing without having any obligations whatsoever!

Take a backwater tour: Explore the tranquil backwaters of Kochi

If you're looking for a way to get out of the city, consider taking a backwater tour. It's a unique experience that you won't find anywhere else in India and can be done at your own pace.

The backwaters of Kochi are home to several lakes and waterfalls, which means plenty of opportunities for photos! The best part is that these tours don't require any prior knowledge about photography or art—they're designed with everyone from beginners through experts in mind!

Visit Hill Palace Museum: Learn about the history

The Hill Palace Museum was built by the Kochi raja in 1760 to commemorate his victory over the Dutch. It is a must for history buffs who want to learn about the city's rich past, as well as its culture and heritage.

The museum has a large collection of artifacts from various periods in Kerala's history: from ancient Greece and Rome through medieval India up until modern times. You can see sculptures, paintings and other works of art that show how life was like before independence or during British rule (1795–1914).

You will also discover many interesting facts about local customs such as weddings or festivals held at certain days every year.

Attend a Kathakali show: Experience the traditional dance form of Kerala at a Kathakali performance

Kathakali is a traditional dance form of Kerala. It was originally performed in temples by priests and temple dancers, but has now become popular among all classes and age groups. Kathakali performances usually take place in stadiums or auditoriums, and feature four members of the troupe: a male dancer known as 'Ponnumkal' (head), who performs acrobatic moves; an elderly woman known as 'Maatha', who provides comic relief; an adolescent boy named 'Nayar', who plays an active role in battles against evil spirits; and another boy known as 'Kombu'. The music for Kathakali is derived from classical Indian ragas (music) such as Harmonium, Kapi, Thavil etc., which are played on traditional instruments like drums called 'Maddalam', cymbals called Panchamukha Kuzhara'(five-shaped), Gopi Attam(elephant plates) etc..

Visit the St. Francis Church: Visit the oldest European church in India, located in Fort Kochi.

The St. Francis Church is located in the old city of Fort Kochi. It was built in 1599 and has been a popular tourist attraction ever since, so get ready to be overwhelmed by the beauty of this church!

Learn about the history of Kerala through visiting this church: it's one of only four churches remaining from the era when European traders came to India for spices and other goods from afar. You'll see many artifacts from that time period on display here as well, like paintings and sculptures depicting biblical stories or scenes from everyday life back then (for example: Noah's Ark).

Go birdwatching: Spot local and migratory birds at the Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary

Birdwatching is a great way to see the local birds in Kochi. The Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary is home to over 200 species of migratory and resident birds, as well as several other kinds that live there year round. The best time for birding is from around late winter through early spring (March-June).

Explore Marine Drive: Take a stroll along the scenic Marine Drive

In Kerala, Marine Drive is a scenic drive that runs along the Arabian Sea. It is a popular tourist destination and also one of the most popular places for joggers and cyclists in Kochi. It is a great place to take photos, go for a walk or just relax with friends and family at this beautiful spot!

Attend a local festival: Experience the cultural festivals of Kochi

Kochi is a cultural city, and so it's no surprise that the city has many festivals to celebrate. These festivals are unique to the city and are worth attending if you're interested in experiencing local culture.

Dhanteras: The festival of lights (also known as Dhanteras) is celebrated on Diwali night by lighting lamps before an image of Lord Krishna at Mattancherry Palace. This festival is celebrated every year by Hindus for five days starting from October 30th until November 3rd after which there is immersion into sea water with flowers thrown into it as blessings for good harvests in coming season.

Onam Festival: Kerala’s statehood day or Onam means “festival” in Malayalam language; this annual celebration marks the birthday anniversary of the legendary Chera King Mahabali who ruled over Kerala during around 4th century BC till 922 AD when he was defeated by Pandiya king Vikramaditya II resulting in end to independence era under Chera dynasty rule which lasted till 12th century AD when they lost control over entire southern India region including modern day Tamil Nadu state which was occupied by Hoysalas ruling Vijayanagar Empire between 1336-1565 AD until invasion by Mughals led by Aurangzeb ended their reign forever

Visit the Jewish Synagogue: Explore the Jewish quarter of Kochi and visit the historic Paradesi Synagogue.

The Paradesi Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in India. It was built in 1720 and is a beautiful example of Kerala's Jewish heritage. Located near the Paradesi beach, you can visit this historic site on your budget trip to Kochi!