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Tour

Kochi Markets Tour

Immerse yourself in Kochi's history, culture, gastronomy and art with this tour of its traditional markets to discover spices, handicrafts, antiques and more!

  • 2 hours
  • 10Superb | 2 reviews

Explore the rich heritage, culinary traditions, and artistic expressions of Kochi through this engaging journey into its local markets, where spices, artisanal crafts, antiques, and more await your discovery!

Kochi Markets Exploration

Your adventure begins at the designated hour at the Folklore Museum Collections, from where we will proceed to the spice market. Here, you will be enveloped by the enticing fragrances of star anise, ginger, cinnamon, and an array of other spices, each contributing to the vibrant cuisine of Kochi.

Next, we will venture into the crafts market, a lively hub showcasing local textiles and sculptures crafted from metal, wood, coconut shell, banana fiber, and papier-mâché. This is the perfect place to find unique souvenirs that reflect the city's artistic spirit.

Following our exploration of the market, we will visit the Kerala Folklore Museum. This establishment features a diverse collection of handicrafts, folk art, antiques, and examples of traditional architecture, offering a window into the city's historical narrative through its art.

Our journey will then lead us to Jew Street, situated in Jew Town, where you will encounter even more extraordinary pieces that tell the story of commerce and culture in this area.

Concluding our tour, we will relax in some of the notable cafés nearby the markets after an immersive 2-hour experience.

Included

  • English–speaking guide

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

Kalavathi Nathval Deedu, A B Selam Road, Ernakulam, Mattancherry, Kochi 682002, India

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