Things to do in Kerala
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Cherai beach
For a dip in the ocean, you can make a day trip to the attractive Cherai beach on Vypeen Island.
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Silver Spoon
What is probably the swankiest joint in town, this family eatery has tables overlooking the river and whips up a fantastic Keralan fish-curry set meal (Rs75).
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Kalavara Family Restaurant
A bustling favourite of Trivandrum’s middle class, this place does commendable lunchtime biryanis (Rs40 to Rs80) and a range of Keralan fish dishes. Our money’s on the fish molee (fish pieces in coconut sauce, Rs90).
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Dutch Cemetery
The Dutch Cemetery, consecrated in 1724, contains the worn and dilapidated graves of Dutch traders and soldiers; it’s gates are normally locked but you can ask the caretaker at St Francis Church if you want to have a look around.
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Hungry Eye Kitchen
We love the stepped, multilevel design of Hungry Eye – this way everyone gets uninterrupted sea views. Very diplomatic. Thai food is a speciality here, and the kitchen can whip up red and green curries as well as the usual suspects of Varkala dishes.
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Rapsy Restaurant
This hole-in-the-wall is packed at lunchtime, with locals lining up for Rapsy’s famous paratha or biryani (from Rs40). It also makes a decent stab at fancy international dishes like Spanish omelette (Rs25) and Israeli shakshuka (scrambled eggs with tomatoes and spices; Rs35).
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Teapot
This stylish haunt is the perfect venue for ‘high tea’, with quality teas, sandwiches and full meals served in chic-minimalist, airy rooms. Witty tea-themed accents include loads of antique teapots, tea chests for tables and a gnarled, tea-tree based glass table. The death by chocolate here (Rs50) is truly cocoa homicide. Trust us.
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Vasco Tourist Information Centre
Scooters/Enfields can be hired for Rs250/450 per day from Vasco Tourist Information Centre.
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Devi Holiday Inn
A tiny, family run eatery a little off the beach, this hotel whips up great veg and nonveg Indian food for refreshingly reasonable prices.
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Highlights of India
14 days (Delhi to Kochi)
by G Adventures
North India or South? Do both! This 2-week tour combines the riot of Rajasthan’s colours with the calming greens of Kerala. You'll have time to immerse yourself…Not LP reviewed
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Small-Group Kerala Backwaters Tour from Kochi Including Ayurvedic Massage
9 hours (Departs Kochi, India)
by Viator
Discover the culture and renowned beauty of India’s Kerala region on this tour from Kochi. With your expert local guide, enjoy a home-cooked lunch in a local…Not LP reviewed
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Private Transfer: Kochi Hotels to Cochin Airport (COK)
Varies (Departs Kochi, India)
by Viator
End your stay in Kochi with a comfortable and convenient private transfer to Cochin Airport. You'll be met at your hotel in Kochi and transported directly to…Not LP reviewed
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Modern Book Centre
Bookshop.
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Sree Durga Bhavan Udipi Hotel
Veg food and more thalis.
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Spencer’s Daily
Well-stocked supermarket.
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Hotel Aryas
Has a cheap veg restaurant.
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Kerala Ayurveda Chikitsa Kendram
Full range of treatments available.
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Indian Coffee House
Branches on Mullackal Rd and YMCA Rd.
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Danys Bookshop
Tiny bookshop in the Hotel Royal Park.
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Azad Restaurant
Popular place with a juice bar attached.
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Idiom Bookshop
Huge range of quality new and used books.
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Vembanad Restaurant
Fine dining pool-side to nightly live music.
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Current Books
A branch of DC Books and of the same quality.
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DC Books
A typically great English-language selection.
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Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Kochi Hotels
Varies (Departs Kochi, India)
by Viator
Make sure your arrival in Kochi is hassle-free by booking a private transfer from Cochin Airport to your Kochi hotel. Transfer services are available 24 hours a…Not LP reviewed