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Kochi Heritage Walking Tour : Explore Fort Kochi & Jewish Town

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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.

Activity location

  • Vasco da Gama Square
    • Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Head Post Office, Kochi
    • Parade Ground Ridsdale Road
    • 682001, Kochi, Kerala, India

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Coffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Vasco da Gama Square
On meeting the travelers at Vasco da Gama square and formal introduction the tour start walking to the chinese Fishing nets area.
Chinese Fishing Nets
  • 15m
Watch the Chinese Fishing Nets at operation, take photos, interact with fishermen. 15 minutes.
Church of Saint Francis
  • 5m
From Chinese Fishing Nets walk ( 5 minutes ) to St. Frasncis Church.to pay homage to Vasco da Gama whos body was buried first in this church.
Santa Cruz
  • 20m
From Santa Cruz Basilica the tour ride in tuk tuk (15 minutes ) to the Cheralai Leave the tuk tuk to explore the region where Saraswath Brahmins live in the small town ship. Here is their colony, their famous ancient temple, their market of daily requirements.
Princess Street
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
The famous princess street, holds hotels, home stays restaurants and shops. The buiildings are ancient and possess charector and beauty
St Mary's Convent Nursery School
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
St. Mary's Convent and girls schools under the convent held in high esteem by the people. We can see the beautiful street and the elegant convent building. The students in their uniforms present a thrilling sight.
Napier Street
  • 10m
Anther important stree Napier street which is studded with residential buildings of the earlier Europeans lived here now occupied by the Anglo Indian Families.
Peter celli street
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Another road adjacent to the Princess street is also with Dutch and Portuguese styled houses are attrctive worth walking through. We do cover this street on this tour.
Burger Street
  • 10m
The Burger Street in Fort Kochi is the apple in the eye of the backpackers, where we find a line of houses hosting tourists. Famous homestays in Fortkochi are found here.
Quiros Street
  • 10m
Like Burger Street Quiros street is another hang over of the Tourists because of Homestays and restaurants.

Location

Activity location

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    Vasco da Gama Square
    • Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Head Post Office, Kochi
    • Parade Ground Ridsdale Road
    • 682001, Kochi, Kerala, India

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