Things to do

Things to do in Kozhikode

Kerala, IndiaChecked 17 July 2026

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Start with Walk on Kozhikode Beach, Historical tour of Beypore Uru (Shipyard), Kappad Beach, SM Street (Sweet Meat Street). Then use the full Kozhikode guide to compare travel tips, reach details, and nearby stays.

Explore things to do in Kozhikode in Kerala, India, including listed activities, hidden gems, photo spots, and practical trip notes.

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01

Walk on Kozhikode Beach

1.5 hours | Easy | Public beach; free entry

02

Historical tour of Beypore Uru (Shipyard)

2 hours | Easy | Entry fee

03

Kappad Beach

The historic rocky beach featuring a stone monument marking the landing of Vasco da Gama in 1498. | 16 km

04

SM Street (Sweet Meat Street)

A bustling, pedestrian-only historic shopping street famous for Kozhikodan halwa shops and local snacks. | 1 km

05

Old wooden piers at Kozhikode Beach

Photo spot listed in the Kozhikode destination record.

06

Vasco da Gama monument at Kappad

Photo spot listed in the Kozhikode destination record.

07

Craftsmen building giant wooden Uru ships at Beypore

Photo spot listed in the Kozhikode destination record.

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Good first tap

Indulge in the world-famous Malabar Biryani and Kozhikodan Halwa, visit the historic Kappad Beach, and explore the ancient spice markets of SM Street.

Travel tip

Kozhikode auto drivers are legendary across Kerala for their honesty and metered rides.

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