8 Point Art Cafe

The 8 Point Art Cafe, also known as The Eight-point Gallery Cafe, in Kollam city of Kerala, is the perfect destination for anyone seeking a fusion of artistic and culinary delights. If you’re looking for a unique experience that blends art, architecture, food, and literature, look no further than 8 Point Art Cafe. Conveniently located in the heart of Kollam city, this cafe offers a tranquil escape from the busyness of daily life and provides a chance to immerse yourself in a world of imagination and delightful cuisine.

The 8 Point Art Cafe is situated in the renovated heritage structure ‘Parambarya’ inside the Asramam Picnic Village campus. The café blends art and food in the most fascinating fashion and is the city’s first art gallery that doubles as a popular hangout spot. Visitors can feel the art in every nook and corner of this serene and secluded space, next to Ashtamudi Lake. The café got its unique title from the eight creeks of the lake and the eight art forms integrated into its gallery.

In addition to showcasing beautiful art pieces, 8 Point Art Cafe also offers an array of cute plants for sale and a selection of decorative items on display. And for book lovers, the café features a Little Free Library with around 50 books where visitors can take any book without a fee by simply leaving another in its place. The 8 Point Art Café is also a center of cultural events, performances, and exhibitions, making it a favorite of tourists and locals alike. The café was introduced by the famous muralist and art director Mr. Shenley, who took the ‘Parambarya’ building from the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC), Kollam to form 8 Point Art Café.

The Eight-point Gallery Cafe operates daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, admission is free, and it is accessible by road. Located just 1.5 kilometers from the Kollam KSRTC Bus station and 1.7 kilometers from the Kollam railway station, getting to the 8 Point Art Cafe is a breeze. For those coming from further away, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is only 68 kilometers away.

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