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Marine Drive Kochi  

  Kochi , Kerala.
FREE

  • Landmark
    Category
    Landmark
  • duration
    Duration
    1 - 2 Hours
  • mobile_voucher
    Mobile Voucher
    Accepted
  • bird spotting
    Bird spotting
    Zone
  • parking
    Parking
    Available
  • drinking water
    Drinking water
    Available
  • snacks counter
    Snacks counter
    Available
  • Disability Friendly
    Disable
    Friendly
  • baby friendly
    Couple
    Friendly
  • ExploreBees
    Baby
    Friendly
  • restroom
    Restroom
    Available
  • activity zone
    Activity Zone
    Available
  • ExploreBees
    Children's play area
    Available
  • boating
    Boating
    Available
  • security guard
    Security guard
    Available
  • dustbin
    Dustbin
    Available

Ticket

  • free entry
    free entry
  • adult ticket
    Adult
    FREE
  • children ticket
    Children
    FREE
  • mobile camera
    Mobile Camera
    FREE
  • still camera
    still camera
    FREE
  • video camera
    Video Camera
    FREE

Description

Marine Drive is a beautiful promenade in Kochi, The place where one can enjoy the real beauty of Kochi city is Marine drive. The Marine Drive is built facing the backwaters of Kochi. It is a popular hangout for the local populace as well as the tourists. Even though it is called Marine Drive but vehicles are not allowed on the walkway. Its popularity among tourists and the local populace has made Marine Drive an important hub of economic activities in Kochi. Marine Drive boasts of numerous shopping malls and that makes it an important center of shopping in Kochi. You can find many popular fast food joints along the walkway. The Marine Drive stretches from the Jankar Jetty in the north to the Ernakulam Boat Jetty in the south. 

The Public Ground at the Northern part of the Marine Drive is the preferred venue for major exhibitions and more importantly political meetings that mark major landmarks in the Kerala political scene. Hundreds of people throng the Marine Drive walkway during the evenings to view the rising sun over the sea mouth and feel the gentle breeze coming from the nearby Vembanad Lake. The Marine Drive walkway starts from the High Court Junction and stretches until the Rajendra Maidan. Several boat jetties dot the walkway, which has two bridges- the Rainbow bridge and the Chinese Fishing Net Bridge.

experiences in Marine Drive

  • Marine Drive boating: Marine Drive is best known among the locals for spending laid back evenings while enjoying the scenic beauty of the Vembanattu Kayal and its calm breeze. But for tourists, Marine Drive offers many intriguing and engaging activities, the main being Marine Drive boating. There are many private and government-run boats and small cruise services. There are a few cruises which organize candid dinner amidst the city lights being reflected on the beautiful lake. The best time for boating in Marine Drive is undoubtedly the late evenings and nights.
  • Rainbow Bridge: Rainbow bridge is another attraction of the Marine Drive for tourists. The arch-shaped bridge is illuminated with rainbow-colored lights which gives a marvelous visual in the night. There are several seating arrangements near the bridge for visitors to witness this splendor.
  • GCDA shopping complex: There are a number of shops near the Marine Drive walkway for tourists. Visitors who wish to have a hassle-free shopping experience shall try the GCDA shopping complex. This place also has many eateries with food items ranging from traditional Kerala cuisine to continental cuisine.

Tips

  • Avoid holidays if you want to enjoy the place.
  • If you are looking for a cheaper boat ride, take a public boat from boat jetty (at the end of the marine drive) to fort Kochi. It costs less than Rs10 and for the 20 minutes trip. You can visit Fort Kochi beach and watch Chinese fishing nets also.
  • Prepaid auto is available at KSRTC bus stop.

Operational Hours

January to December
Monday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Last Admission

Things to carry

  • id card
    Id card
  • camera
    camera
  • selfi stick
    Selfi stick
  • water bottle
    Water bottle
  • sunglasses
    Sunglasses
  • cap
    Cap
  • first aid kit
    First aid kit
  • medicine
    Medicine
  • sun cream
    Sunscreen
  • power bank
    Power Bank
  • Food or Snacks
    Food or Snacks

Things Not Allowed

  • no alcohol
    alcohol
  • no weapons
    Weapons
  • no pets
    Pets
  • no skate board
    Skate board
  • no smoking
    Smoking
  • no plastic bag
    Plastic Bag

Near By

  • atm
    ATM
    0.25 KM
  • fuel station
    Fuel Station
    2.5 KM
  • restaurant
    Restaurant
    0.6 KM
  • hospital
    Hospital
    1.1 KM
  • pharmacy
    Pharmacy
    1.0 KM
  • hotel
    Hotel
    0.3 KM
  • shopping mall
    Shopping Mall
    2.5 KM
  • metro
    Metro
    1.5 KM
  • bus stop
    Bus Stop
    0.7 KM
  • train
    Train
    2.2 KM
  • taxi
    TAXI
    0.2 KM
  • beach
    Beach
    13.9 KM

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