Kochi Travel Guide 2026
Your complete guide to Top 10 restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Kochi. Things to Do, Eat & Stay — plus curated category hubs for Kerala, India.
Port city blending backwaters, old trading quarters, and contemporary art.
Quick facts
Pop. ~600k100 km² (40 sq mi)IST (UTC+5:30)COKHistoric spice port; modern cruise an…
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| Population | approximately 600 thousand (2011 census) |
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| Area | approximately 100 km² (40 sq mi) (order-of-magnitude) |
| Elevation | approximately 5 m |
| Founded / established | Historic spice port; modern cruise and backwater hub |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Nearest airport | Cochin International Airport (COK) |
| Languages | Malayalam, English |
| Nicknames | Queen of the Arabian Sea |
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At a glance
- Last updated: April 2026
- 22 active categories and 195 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10), Hotels & Accommodation (10), Tourist Attractions (10), Street Food (10).