Fun and entertainment Kerala

A must-see place in the neighborhood. This contemporary art gallery-cafe serves breakfast in the morning (a great breakfast, with omelet, fresh fruit, homemade cakes and excellent fresh coffee) and live music in the evening! Warm cuisine, daily changing specials and good value for money. The place exhibits works by local artists. In short, a great place to start the day (ask for the list of events, which includes the possibility to learn to play an Indian classical instrument)!

Every day, this center offers Kathakali shows, which start at 5 pm with the actors' make-up session, then the one-hour show at 6 pm. The room is superb, all in woodwork, and there is even a small balcony. From 7 to 8 pm, Kalarippayattu demonstrations. From Sunday to Friday, concerts of Indian classical music take place at 8 pm, while Saturday evening is devoted to South Indian classical dance (Bharatanatyam in particular). Dance, singing and music classes are also offered.

A small tea room very popular with travelers and locals alike! The breakfast offered is copious: eggs of your choice, beans, toasts, fruits and coffee or tea. The menu offers a wide range of different teas. Sweet and savory snacks are offered all day long. Daily homemade dishes, which change according to the inspiration of the kitchen, are on the menu for lunch. The room is cozy with wooden furniture, a cozy atmosphere and teapots scattered here and there. Recommended.

You'll have to look up to find this small, modern café, located across from the gas station. The place is perfect to take a break between your visits, and it benefits from a small terrace allowing to observe the activity of the street. On the menu a wide range of tea from Munnar, but not only, coffees, snacks, breakfasts... Tea tastings are even offered to introduce you to the different teas of the region. The place is run by very nice and motivated young locals. Probably the best coffee in town.

Since its opening in 2013, the success of this tiny cafe-backed café has not been bothered. Tourists from caffeine are coming up here. On the menu, espresso, hazelnut, cream coffee, elongated, macchiato… there are for all the desires. It is tasted in the shadow of a big tree while watching the boats and accompanied by a western breakfast (toast, muesli, omelet…). Coffee also serves delicious fresh juices. Antony, the owner, offers a lot of activities through its agency. Unavoidable.

This cultural center is an institution in Kochi. All the traditional Kerala arts (Kathakali, of course, but also many others) are studied and presented here. The visit of Prince Charles and Camilla on November 11, 2013 serves as a promotional tool displayed everywhere. An annex is located in Fort Kochi, on KB Jacob Road, close to Hotel 18. Every day the annex offers Kathakali shows, aimed more at tourists than those in Ernakulam, which begin at 4:30 pm with the actors' make-up session.

These 2 cinemas, side by side, programming films in Malayalam and sometimes in English.

The place for a cappuccino, a macchiato, a coffee hit, or simply for real espresso.

Makeup symbolizes the transition from mortal to immortal. The center also organizes, from 6 p. m. to 7:30 p. m., a show that mixes kathakali, martial arts and various dances of South India. To attend pure demonstrations of Kalarippayattu (martial art of Kerala), you must show up at 8 a. m. or 4 p. m.

It is one of the oldest theaters in Kochi. Performances take place every night from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m., makeup session included. The emphasis is on explanations: The programmers expose the story of the Kathakali, its religious significance, etc., and after the representation answer questions from spectators.

The school in Fort is dedicated to learning the Kathakali and Kutiyattom. Shows are scheduled regularly and we can visit the theater every Friday afternoon.

The tourism office in Kerala organises cultural evenings every weekend from mid-December to late March. Entertainment is free and takes place from 18 am to 19 pm on Saturdays and Sundays at the Freedom Center, 5 minutes walk from the Tourist Office.

Program for manoharan and English films.

The magician Gopinath Muthukad founded this academy in 1996. He regularly programs traditional Indian magic shows.

This center has two performance halls dedicated to simplified Kathakali performances (the original temple performances can last up to 9 hours) and demonstrations of Kalaripayattu, the ancient martial art from Kerala. The shows are well-practiced, with music, a narrator and a flawless organization. It's a good idea to spend the early evening before dinner and learn about Kerala culture.

In a hushed and elegant atmosphere, the Malabar House team delivers its selection of the best Indian wines and a very original tapas menu. A tasting menu is proposed: five different wines, each of them accompanied by a plate of home-made tapas. This upstairs bar also serves different beers and soft drinks. The recipes of the tapas were elaborated by an Indian chef in partnership with a Basque chef, it is simply to fall... The result is amazing. It is certainly a little expensive, but terribly chic.

Opened in late 2018, Clubb 18 is Fort Kochi's only place to have a drink and dance at night. It is located in Hotel 18, close to the pier for Vypeen Island. The music is quite loud inside, and not necessarily in the best taste, but you can go out on the terrace to chat with your friends. But don't expect the frenetic atmosphere of the clubs in Mumbai or Delhi! If you are a single man, you will have a little difficulty to enter, better to be accompanied. Correct dress is required and a search at the entrance.

Located in an old and beautiful restored building, close to Adventure Park, the 8 Point Art Cafe organizes temporary exhibitions, dance shows, concerts (check the Facebook page of the establishment to know the program which varies constantly). It is a unique and unmissable place in Kollam gathering the youth of the city. The café area with a large open-air terrace offers drinks as well as snacks. The menu could be expanded as it is a great place to hang out.

A newcomer to Princess Street! Trouvaille is a modern café with a minimalist design, brick walls, wooden furniture and a warm atmosphere. On the menu: excellent coffees (espresso, latte, cappuccino) offered iced or hot, iced teas, as well as very good pastries (strawberry cheesecake, lemon pie, chocolate cake...). Everything is made with care, the team is friendly and the atmosphere is provided by a discreet lo-fi music. Perfect for a gourmet break between your visits.