Loading map...
faq.title
faq.subtitle Kochi
October to March. Dry, mild weather with 9 hours of sunshine. Avoid June-September (heavy monsoon rains).
Prepaid taxi ~₹1200-1500 (45 min). Uber/Ola are 30% cheaper. KSRTC AC buses ₹100-250 to city.
Yes, Kerala has one of India's lowest crime rates. Watch for pickpockets in tourist areas. Avoid dark alleys at night.
Hotel booking scams (verify bookings directly). Broken meter rickshaws. Overpriced tours. Inflated prices for foreigners. Fake gem shops.
Yes! Kochi Metro (28 km, 25 stations) + unique Water Metro. Kochi1 Card works for both with 20% discount.
Light, loose clothing. Cover shoulders and knees at temples and churches. Slip-off shoes for temples. Umbrella for sudden rain.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Kochi
Get a Kochi1 Card for Metro and Water Metro - 20% discount and more convenient than single tickets.
Use only Ola/Uber for rides - avoid agreeing to fixed prices from rickshaw drivers.
Verify hotel bookings directly with hotel - beware of scam calls demanding advance payments via WhatsApp.
Try Water Metro for scenic views of Kochi's waterways - better than taxis and cheaper.
Kerala has strict alcohol laws - only available in 5-star hotels, bars, and licensed shops.
Carry small cash for street vendors, rickshaws, and temples - not everyone accepts cards.
Visit Chinese Fishing Nets at sunset for best photos - buy fresh fish to cook at nearby stalls.
Drink only bottled water - avoid ice in drinks except at upscale restaurants.
Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
27°
27°78%8 м/с
Today
28°25°
28°25°Tomorrow27°25°
27°25°Fri27°25°
27°25°Sat28°26°
28°26°Sun28°26°
28°26°Mon28°27°
28°27°Tue28°26°
28°26°32°
23°Jan
32°
24°Feb
33°
26°Mar
33°
26°Apr
31°
26°May
29°
24°Jun
29°
24°Jul
29°
24°Aug
30°
24°Sep
31°
24°Oct
31°
24°Nov
31°
23°Dec
location.transport.title
location.transport.subtitle
location.transport.metro
10 ₹~0.11 $
Kochi One
28 km, 25 stations. Runs 6 AM - 10:30 PM. Kochi1 Card gives 20% discount.
location.transport.bus
10 ₹~0.11 $
KSRTC
KSRTC buses cover city and intercity routes. AC and non-AC available.
location.transport.taxi
50 ₹~0.55 $
Uber, Ola
Uber Go and Ola Mini from ₹50. Airport to Fort Kochi ~₹1200-1500.
location.transport.train
15 ₹~0.16 $
IRCTC
Two main stations: Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town. Book via IRCTC.
location.transport.ferry
20 ₹~0.22 $
Kochi One
Water Metro - first in India. AC boats with WiFi. Runs 7 AM - 8 PM. Scenic routes.
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.metro | 10 ₹ ~0.11 $ | Kochi One | 28 km, 25 stations. Runs 6 AM - 10:30 PM. Kochi1 Card gives 20% discount. |
location.transport.bus | 10 ₹ ~0.11 $ | KSRTC | KSRTC buses cover city and intercity routes. AC and non-AC available. |
location.transport.taxi | 50 ₹ ~0.55 $ | Uber, Ola | Uber Go and Ola Mini from ₹50. Airport to Fort Kochi ~₹1200-1500. |
location.transport.train | 15 ₹ ~0.16 $ | IRCTC | Two main stations: Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town. Book via IRCTC. |
location.transport.ferry | 20 ₹ ~0.22 $ | Kochi One | Water Metro - first in India. AC boats with WiFi. Runs 7 AM - 8 PM. Scenic routes. |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
150 - 300 ₹
~225 $
Restaurant dinner
800 - 1,500 ₹
~1,150 $
Breakfast
100 - 200 ₹
~150 $
Street Food
Local dish
50 - 100 ₹
~75.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
30 - 80 ₹
~55.0 $
Beer in bar
150 - 300 ₹
~225 $
Local beer
80 - 120 ₹
~100 $
Imported beer
200 - 350 ₹
~275 $
Wine bottle
800 - 2,000 ₹
~1,400 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
220 - 280 ₹
~250 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
20 - 25 ₹
~22.5 $
Cigarettes
200 - 350 ₹
~275 $
Weekly groceries
2,500 - 4,000 ₹
~3,250 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
400 - 700 ₹ / night
~550 $
Hostel private room
800 - 1,500 ₹ / night
~1,150 $
Guesthouse
1,000 - 2,000 ₹ / night
~1,500 $
Hotel 2★
800 - 1,500 ₹ / night
~1,150 $
Hotel 3★
1,500 - 3,500 ₹ / night
~2,500 $
Hotel 4★
3,500 - 6,000 ₹ / night
~4,750 $
Hotel 5★
8,000 - 15,000 ₹ / night
~11,500 $
Boutique hotel
4,000 - 8,000 ₹ / night
~6,000 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
location.payment.title
location.payment.subtitle
location.payment.accepted_cards
VisaMastercard
location.payment.atms
widespread
location.payment.mobile_payments
PaytmGoogle Pay UPIPhonePe
location.payment.cash
Cash needed for small vendors and auto-rickshaws. ATMs widespread. Cards work in hotels and restaurants.
location.payment.currency_exchange
Indian Rupee (INR). Airport exchange is expensive - use ATMs instead. ₹10,000 daily ATM limit.
location.payment.tipping
10%
5-10% in restaurants appreciated. Not mandatory. ₹20-50 for porters. Round up for rickshaws.
