There are many things that one can buy from Cochin , the list would probably be topped by handicraft, spices and nuts. Handicrafs include a wide range of products made from coir, wood, shells, brass, ivory and sandalwood. Kairali Handicraft Emporium (+91 484 2354507) and Surabhi (+91 484 2360598) located on MG Road near Jos Junction sells quality handicraft products. Small amounts of spices and other small items can be picked up from Broadway, which ironically has the narrowest streets are largest crowd in Cochin . The entire stretch of MG Road is lined with shops selling a variety of things from clothes, handicrafts and jewellery .

Entertainment Boat ride
The backwaters separating Ernakulam from Fort Kochi and Mattanchery are dotted with many small and mid-sized islands. A boat ride through the backwaters is an unforgettable experience.

Kathakali performance
See India Foundation ( Kalathiparambil Road , near the Ernakulam Junction railway station), The Cochin Cultural Centre ( Manikath Road , behind Medical Trust Hospital ) and Art Kerala ( Kannanthodathu Lane , near Valanjambalam Temple ) organises Kathakali performances every evening. Kathakali is a traditional danceform of Kerala and the impressive facial expressions, hand gestures and dance moves will leave one spellbound