Once you reach your hotel, you can explore meal options nearby. MG Road is a suitable location to choose for a hotel and it offers accommodation in the range of Rs. 1500-Rs 4000. 

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Lunch options near MG Road (In radius of 2-3 km);

• Vegetarian - kindly visit Aamby Swami
• Non-Vegetarian – kindly visit Grand Hotel

Thoppumpady Bridge (7 KM from MG Road) – This bridge used to divide into half to let the ships pass at the time of British rule in India. However, in the present times, the bridge is permanently closed.

Explore Mattancherry – There are two things to explore here

• Mattancherry Palace - Also known as the ‘Dutch Palace’, Mattancherry was built in 1555 by the Portuguese and later renovated x`by the Dutch. The palace is home to beautiful artifacts, weapons & mural paintings as well as a temple of Lord Krishna & Goddess Bhagavati, the royal family’s deity. You need at least an hour to visit the Palace properly.
• Jew Street - If you are an antique lover, you should not miss this place. You can purchase souvenirs, local spices & handicrafts from here.

Paradesi Synagogue – This worship place was built in 1568 to facilitate worshipping for Paradesi Jewish community in Kochi. The Synagogue is open between Sunday & Thursday and closed on Friday afternoon, Saturday (whole day) and on any Jewish holiday.

• Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica (5 KM from Mattancherry) – This church is one of the 8 basilicas in India and it is located on way to Fort Kochi. Built-in the impressive Portuguese architecture style, it is a must-visit place.
• St Francis Church - This 500-year-old church is the first European Church built in India by Portuguese. The Dutch renovated it in 1779, The highlight of this church is that famous explorer, Vasco Da Gama, is buried here after his death in 1524.

• Chinese Fishing Net – This is a very interesting activity taking place around Kochi. You can visit the locations and indulge in fishing activity in exchange of a token amount.
  • After visiting the Chinese Fishing nets, you can also take a stroll through the market, visit various stalls, check out raw sea creatures that are on sale.

Dinner options; near MG Road (In radius of 2-3 km);

• Woodlands restaurant - Vegetarian Restaurant
• Kayees Hotel - Non-Veg Restaurant

Overnight stay in Kochi.

Start your day with a traditional breakfast of Puttu & Kadala curry at Sree Muruga Café (6 KM from MG Road).

Kaprikkad Abhayaranyam – This is an open zoo where you can find a chance to watch famous elephant bath, head there early in the morning, preferably between 6 AM and 8 AM.

Aluva Shiva Temple (25 KM from MG Road) – Located on the banks of the Periyar river, this temple dates back to the Ramayan-era.

Lunch Option;

• Sarovaram - Try their Sadhya Thali, only available in the afternoon.
• Alluvar /Edapally – They are famous for their Puttu & Kadala curry combination.
• Seagull is also a very famous restaurant right next to the sea. You can enjoy a good view along with good food here. 

Lulu Mall – You cannot leave Kochi without visiting the largest shopping mall of Southern India though you might need more than just a day to complete this visit.

Dinner at Lulu Mall – You will find some very interesting options to have your dinner at the Mall’s food court.

Overnight stay at Kochi

Either you can go back to your home location, or proceed further to explore other parts of Kerala like Munnar, Thekkady or Alleppey.