Top Kochi Walking Tours

Explore the Fort Kochi and Mattancherry areas on a walking tour with a local host. See a few of Kochi’s key landmarks including the traditional Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, the Dutch cemetery, Old Hindu Temple, and the Jewish synagogue. Learn about the history of the area and the many cultures who came through Kochi’s ports over the years as you explore on foot.

Explore Kochi by tuk tuk on a private, guided food tour featuring a customizable dinner, hot drinks, and snacks. Taking in the city with a local guide gives you insider perspectives you won't get on your own—with a local-curated foodie itinerary showcasing a handpicked list of essential flavors.

Learn about Kochi's Jewish community as you walk through the city's Jew Town neighborhood with a guide. You'll explore important points of interest, including the Jewish Cemetery and the Paradesi Synagogue, with a guide on hand to provide commentary and to show you things you'd unlikely discover on your own.

Fort Kochi is one of the most unmissable destinations in Southern India—but exploring this quaint neighborhood within bustling Cochin can be challenging without a firm grasp on its history. During this small-group walking tour, take in sights like the famous Chinese Fishing Nets, Vasco da Gama Square, and Fort Kochi Beach alongside a guide to fill you in on history-filled stories spanning millennia.

Benefit from personalized attention and a fully customizable itinerary on this private tour of Kochi and Mattanchery in a tuk-tuk (auto-rickshaw). Ride through the streets like a local, listening to commentary on Kochi's history and culture from your driver-guide. Visit highlights such as the Chinese fishing nets, the Dutch Palace, the Jain temple, and St. Francis church. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off included.

Fort Cochin is marked for one of the earliest establishments of foreign trade in Kerala. The heritage walk is an awesome 1.5 km on foot, which takes us back to the 1500’s when the Portuguese, the Dutch and the English was busy trading the wealth. The island provided them a very wonderful place to trade and refresh. The heritage walk meets us at different monuments which reminds us of these historical landmarks.  We will also visit Fort Kochi’s seaside promenade, and get a glimpse of daily life in Kochi.  The walk lasts 2 hours and is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Experience real Kochi with our fun and fascinating storytellers on an amazing walking tour of the old town. This walking tour will provide you a superb introduction to the city, its history, dynamic culture, and people through a variety of wonderful anecdotes, fun facts, and must-do activities. Our walks are filled with a combination of historical explanations and odd anecdotes, mixed with mildly slanderous remarks about current and former celebrities and royals. During the tour, we will see some of the city's landmarks as well as secret spots and forgotten nooks of the old city. Highlights: 1. Go beyond the conventional tourist attractions in Kochi and listen to your guide's humorous stories and tales about the city. 2. Explore the city through the eyes of a local and learn the many fascinating sites that Kochi has to offer.

Dedicated foodies and anyone who loves South Indian food will enjoy this 2-hour food walk in Alleppey. Your local guide will take you around the relaxed town on the backwaters, showing you hidden food joints you might otherwise miss. Listen to behind-the-scenes stories and get the chance to ask questions as this is an intimate small-group tour. Sample tasty seafood, traditional breakfast items, sweets, and hot tea along the way.

Trade the bustle of the city for the quiet of Kerala's famed backwaters on this group tour, which includes round-trip transportation from Fort Cochin. You'll take in the scenery from aboard a non-mechanized country boat, passing villages and natural landscapes. You'll return to Fort Cochin after dining on an included lunch of vegetarian fare.

While docked in the Cochin cruise port, explore the city from your ship on this worry-free shore excursion. Depending on the date you book, follow one of three itineraries. Either, make a stop in Fort Kochi to see St. Francis Church, go on an adventure through the backwaters of Kerala during this houseboat tour, or cruise down a river in a houseboat, and visit the giant Chinese fishing nets.

Discover the famous Alappuzha waterways during this private day trip from Fort Kochi. Experience the beauty and tranquillity of one of Kerala's most-prized destinations as you float along the network of waterways aboard a traditional houseboat. Enjoy an up-close look at rural life and sample Kerala cuisine during this memorable day on the water.

Experience one of southern India’s most unique cities on this private tour of Kochi, which showcases its captivating history and colorful culture. Wander through the Fort Kochi neighborhood with your guide, who will explain the city’s role in the spice trade. Settle in for a riveting performance by the local Kathakali dance troupe and witness the dramatic costumes, bright makeup and lively music of this17th-century classical dance form that originated in Kerala.

Kochi is a lovely city during the day, but it shines even brighter at night. Come along with us on this spectacular and absolutely unique nighttime adventure in Kochi. On this tour, you will see the urban side of the city, as well as the most prominent, attractive landmarks, ancient and modern structures, and old streets in the stunning night view of Kochi. Highlights 1. Explore the illuminated buildings, ancient temple, prominent lanes and beautiful monuments in the beautiful night view. 2. Capture the glimpses of Kettuvallam Bridge to watch a sunset. 3. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you. 4. Get the great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories.

Starting from Kondailip Heritage Resort, we will embark on a scenic walk through the narrow village roads, immersing ourselves in the quiet charm of rural life. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to spot a variety of bird species, including migratory birds that visit the area. Our guide will provide in-depth knowledge about the local flora and fauna, enriching your understanding of the environment. As we continue, you’ll see traditional fish farming techniques in action, and even witness the craftsmanship behind the making of canoes, an essential part of the local culture. The tour is a perfect blend of nature, culture, and wildlife, offering an authentic experience of village life and the rich biodiversity of the area. The tour will be ideal for all categories including individuals, couples, family and kids, groups and adventure seekers. The peaceful surroundings and unique local practices will make this a memorable journey into the heart of rural life and natural beauty.

Fort Kochi and Mattancherry Walking Tour is a sightseeing tour in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. Walk along the street and explore all the main attractions from Chinese fishing nets to Jewish Synagogue. Also visit beautiful Mattancherry Palace built by Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Kochi in 1555. The palace is famous for its stunning murals portraying scenes from Hindu tales.

Fort Kochi walking tour helps you experience the influence of multiple cultures, including Dutch, Portuguese, British, Chinese, and Jewish. This guided walk starts at the Chinese fishing nets and covers Santa cruz basilica, St Francis church, Dutch cemetery, Fort Kochi beach and colourful spice markets.

The Kochi food walk is structured to be conveniently navigated on foot, guiding you through the historic and lively areas of Mattancherry and Fort Kochi. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of local delicacies, including street-side snacks and traditional sweets. Participating in a food walk is an excellent way to experience the rich culture of Kochi and Kerala!

There are 2 different itineraries based on your tour selection ,One includes the Cochin backwaters Cruise on Non Motorized Country Boat and other is Walking Tour which visit the traditional Chinese fishing nets, the St. Francis Church, and Jew town

Fort Kochi has a long and complicated history of dates, events, conquests and colonizers. The old bungalows, towering trees and sprawling grounds all stood witness through the vast changes from a small village to a fortress, to a bustling trading post to our whimsical town of today. It is my passion to collect stories from the neighborhood elders and relate them to Fort Kochi’s historical timeline. These sprightly anecdotes make it easy for guests to recall their visit to our quaint historical village on the Arabian Sea. Come, be my guest.

Kochi Heritage Walking Tour (2–4 Hours) – Explore Fort Kochi & Jewish Town with Local Guide. Explore Kochi like a local on this 2–4 hour Kochi Heritage Walking Tour through the historic lanes of Fort Kochi and Jewish Town. Led by an expert local guide, this small-group tour (1–15 guests) offers fascinating insights into Kochi’s history, culture, and daily life. Walk through ancient Portuguese, Dutch, and British settlements, passing landmarks such as the English Village Green, Cochin Club, and the lively Princess Street and Burger Street. Enjoy a tea stop by the beach kiosk and chat with friendly locals along the way. History lovers will be captivated to learn that Fort Kochi was India’s first European township. Admire its colonial architecture, colorful heritage buildings, and the charming mix of European and Kerala influences that make this coastal town one of India’s most atmospheric heritage destinations.

Want to experience the beauty, history and culture of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry on foot? Then this tour is for you. Travel back in time and through the streets as you follow your expert guide between the Chinese fishing nets, Jewish Synagogue and Mattancherry Palace that stand as icons of India's southern state. See beautiful murals that portray scenes out of Hindu scripture and learn how this incredible destination has come to be.

Mattancherry is a microcosm of a bygone era - of traders, travellers, culture, culinary traditions of more than three dozen communities with roots spread across all corners of the country. These communities peacefully co-exist with each other in a small radius of 3 kilometers. A perfect model of unity in diversity. Thanks to the benevolent rulers and the multiculturalism, Mattancherry thrived as the capital and the seat of the Cochin Kingdom until it was replaced by Ernakulam. The walk will give you a glimpse of some of these communities that made Kochi their home, an help uncover layers of historical and cultural contributions from them before you realize that this is what makes Kochi what it is.

An exciting excursion that is a blend of Kerala cuisine, historical and cultural experience of Fort Kochi. Fort Kochi is a quaint suburb in Kochi, popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, a historical city tucked on the western coast of Kerala. This excursion is designed to offer patrons an insight into how Kochi (or Cochin, as it was formerly known) became a cultural hotpot with the Anglo Indians, the Portuguese, the Dutch, the English, the Syrian Christians and even the Jews making it their home. This is a walking tour.