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Cochin in a Nutshell

Tourism of Kochi (Cochin) revolves around the heritage & modern part of the city.

Shipping channel at Fort Kochi
Fort Kochi

Shipping channel at Fort Kochi

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ort Kochi and Mattancherry - the heritage part of the city - stands in stark contrast with the the bustling commercial  parts of Ernakulam City. Separating the two is a sprawling Vembanad Backwaters, with criss crossing ferry services, house boats and a bussy international shipping chanel.

Where is Kochi?

Kochi , the 'Queen of Arabian Sea' is in Ernakulam district  in south-central part of Kerala.

How to explore Kochi?

Split your itinerary into three parts.

Fort Kochi and Mattancherry :  This is  the heritage part of the city. Jew Town, Synagogue, Churches, the iconic Chinese fishing nets etc are located here.

Ernakulam City's attractions : Hill Palace Museum, Shopping, Metro Ride, Malls

Places Around Ernakulam : Cherai Beach, Alappuzha, Munnar, Thrissur, Guruvayur

See 1 day itinerary | 3days itineraryAttractions Kochi

What's the Railway station for Kochi?

Book your train ticket to Ernakulam Junction (code: ERS) or Ernakulam Town (code: ERS). Both stations are major stations in the city, 3 km apart.
Ernakulam Town station is in the north (so it's called NORTH) and Ernakulam Junction is called SOUTH.
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What's the Airport for Kochi?

Book your flight to Kochi ( Cochin International Airport). Airport code : COK. Kochi city is 35 km southwest of airport. Take a cab (efficient) or bus (cheaper) to the city. For traveling to other cities by train, see if you can get a connection train from Aluva (Station code AWY) located 13km from airport. Otherwise travel to Ernakulam Junction railway station (Code: ERS) or Ernakulam Town (Code: ERN). Both are about 32-35km from the airport. Aluva also has a metro station with connection to places in Ernakulam city.


What is the International Airport Code for Kochi ?
COK
What is the Domestic Airport Code for Kochi ?
COK
Is Kochi and Cochin airport same?
Yes. There is only one airport for traveling to Kochi. Domestic & international flights operate from the same airport.

Kochi is in the south central Kerala

Kochi

Location of Kochi in Kerala

Kochi is in the south central Kerala