Nothing beats spending time by the water while you're on vacation. Bring a picnic to Kotitirtha and then hang around for a lovely sunset.
If you're planning to stick around a while in Gokarna, Kotitirtha is a good place to kick off your sightseeing. This body of water is one of numerous attractions worth checking out here. Gokarna Beach, Om Beach, and Mahabaleswara Temple are also waiting for you close by.