Marine Drive Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Marine Drive
Popular places to visit
Rainbow Hanging Bridge
Rainbow Hanging Bridge is just one of the places to see in Ernakulam, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Lulu Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Lulu Mall during your visit to Kalamassery. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Bolgatty Palace
Learn about the local history of Kanayannur when you spend time at Bolgatty Palace. Amble around this culturally rich area's beaches or attend a sporting event.
Marine Drive
Marine Drive is just one of the places to see in Ernakulam, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or attend a sporting event in this culturally rich area.
Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple
After visiting Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chottanikkara. Stroll along the beaches or experience the entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
Amrita Hospital
If Amrita Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ernakulam.
Activities
Shore Excursions from Cochin Cruise Terminal
Cochin City or Backwater Shore Excursions from Cruise Terminal
Cochin (Kochi) Shore Excursions from Cruise Terminal Ships Pier
Cochin: Backwater Village Eco Boat Cruise with Lunch
Half-Day Eco Punting and Village Backwater Cruise from Cochin
Half Day Village Houseboat Tour (from Cruise terminal in Kochi)
Our pick of the best Marine Drive Hotel Deals
Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive
I have stayed there many times over the years. They have improved the rooms a great deal. Only complaint is the restaurent where the staff seem a bit disorganized
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Kochi Marriott Hotel
Our anniversary celebration at the Kochi Marriott was an experience we will always cherish. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking to mark a special occasion in style. We look forward to returning for many more celebrations in the future.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
Clean spacious rooms, very nice breakfast. Friendly staff and great housekeeping. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Taj Cochin International Airport, Kerala
Everything was excellent, truly excellent.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Cochin by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark
Excellent bed, clean room. Attentive staff. Breakfast was substantial but not as tasty as other Kochi hotels. Spa is a bit disappointing, just average.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marine Drive
Ernakulam Central
While visiting Ernakulam Central, you might make a stop by sights like Centre Square Mall and Sri Ramakrishna Advaita Ashrama.
Ernakulam South
While Ernakulam South isn't home to many top sights, Centre Square Mall and Cochin Shipyard are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gandhi Nagar
While Gandhi Nagar isn't home to many top sights, Centre Square Mall and Cochin Shipyard are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ernakulam North
While Ernakulam North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Centre Square Mall and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
Kaloor
You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Kaloor. Visitors recommend a visit to Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, and you can get around town on the metro at Lissie Metro Station.
Elamkulam
Though Elamkulam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cochin Shipyard and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
