Quick Information
Best time to visit
Mar - Jun
Ideal Duration
5-6 Days
Visa
N/A
Starting from
Rs. 3,000
Website
nilgiris.nic.in/
Hills
Waterfalls
Nature
About Ooty Tourism 2023
Ooty, a gorgeous hill station in Tamil Nadu, full of lush greenery and marvels of nature, is also referred to as Udhagamandalam or Ootacamund. Ooty is located in the Nilgiris Hills, almost a 100 kms away from Coimbatore and 130 kms from Mysore. Famed as the ‘Queen of hill stations’, Ooty, Tamil Nadu is a heaven for nature lovers. And, if someone is looking for a sojourn to get ensconced in the lap of nature, then Ooty tourism is the best travel package to opt for. This Ooty guide aims to familiarize travelers with all aspects of the city, such as places to see and things to do along with travel tips that might make an Ooty city tour a more pleasurable experience.
This Ooty travel guide information includes details about all the major tourist attractions of Ooty, and what places absolutely must be covered in an itinerary.
Major attractions of Ooty:
Some of the most beautiful places in Ooty are wonders of nature such as the Kalhatty Falls, Ooty Lake, Doddabetta Peak, Pykara Lake and many other lakes and waterfalls. Other notable places of interest you may visit with Ooty tourism include the Botanical Garden of Ooty, which is home to some of the world’s rarest and most exotic plant life, and the Rose Garden, which houses an infinite number of species of rose and other flowers. When talking about Ooty tourism, can the historical monuments be far behind? Stone House and St. Stephen’s Church are two of the most important historical landmarks of the city.
Famous in Ooty:
In terms of food, Ooty is famous for idlis, dosas and rasam among other typical South Indian dishes. However, when in Ooty, tasting some of the bakery items here, such as buns, cakes, varkis (local skillet cakes) and fruit and nut chocolates are also a must do. When talking about shopping for souvenirs at this hill station, this Ooty trip guide has got the travelers covered. The best things to buy from Ooty includes handmade shawls by the Toda community, who earlier used to occupy Ooty. One can also purchase dried spices, handicrafts, leather goods, wooden artifacts and junk jewelry. Another important thing to purchase from Ooty city is tea leaves, which are grown and processed right here in the hill station.
Honeymoon in Ooty:
Plan a honeymoon excursion with Ooty tourism packages, and let the romantic weather and enticing landscapes create a spectacular backdrop for a perfect celebration of togetherness. Enjoy a sojourn while indulging in each other, savouring delectable cuisines, and making beautiful memories to be cherished for life.
Adventure in Ooty:
Besides sightseeing, shopping and delicious cuisines, Ooty tourism also satiates the adventurer in each traveller. Replete with natural bumps in the hilly region, here is a chance to feel some adrenaline rush while partaking in mountain biking. One may also choose to go for trekking and hang gliding. Or, enjoy some joyful moments with their loved ones in Black Thunder Theme Park.
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Places To Visit In Ooty
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View AllStone House in Ooty
The Stone House is a major tourist attraction in Ooty, because it was the very first bungalow to be built here. It was built by John Sullivan, and is one of the most important historic monuments of this hill station. One of the most famous stone houses in India, this one in Ooty is a sight to behold. It marks the beginning ...
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Rose Garden in Ooty
The Rose Garden in Ooty is considered to be the largest Rose Garden in India, not to mention the most beautiful one. It used to be known by several names such as the Jayalalithaa Rose Garden and the Centenary Rose Park among others. The park is maintained by the Tamil Nadu Horticulture Department. The tropical mountain clim...
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Tiger Hill in Ooty
Tiger Hill offers visitors a chance to see the beautiful views from a vantage point that is just as beautiful. The Tiger Hill lies towards the lower end of the Doddabetta Peak. The top of the hill houses a water reservoir and a cave, which is the base for many local legends. The reservoir is a source of fresh water for the ...
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Things To Do In Ooty
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View AllTrekking in Ooty
Trekking in Ooty is one of the much sought after activities that tourists look up to during their visit. Being bestowed with the bounty of nature, Ooty offers various altitudes, terrain, and distances that comprise of a trek route to the Nilgiris. Ooty gives a trekker various routes which one can take and head towards the ...
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Toy train ride in Ooty
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR), better known as Ooty toy train is the highlight of the popular hill town of Ooty in Tamil Nadu, India. This is a world heritage train that travels between Mettupalayam to Ooty via Coonoor daily and imparts picturesque views while providing relief from the stifling summer heat. Started in ...
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Travel To Ooty
Read about the best & quickest routes to save time & money, as suggested by our travelers
When visiting Ooty, and looking to spend less time on traveling, the
best option is to go via flight. For those wondering how to reach Ooty by air, it would be prudent to know that the nearest airport to Ooty is in Coimbatore, located nearly 88 kms away from the city. However, the flight options is suitable only when one is coming from far-off destinations such as Delhi, Chandigarh or Kolkata. Otherwise the time spent on traversing the distance from Coimbatore to Ooty, especially with the serpentine roads here, makes sure that it is not worth the expense of taking a flight to get to Ooty.For those wondering how to r
each Ooty by train, the closest railway station is in Mettupalyam. For travelers looking to travel by train, reaching the nearest railway station at Ooty is the best bet. From Mettupalyam one can either take a cab or a bus to reach the Ooty city center. The rail journey to Ooty is an extremely picturesque one, with verdant hill and small waterfalls keeping one company. Although the journey time might be longer, there is no denying that this is one of the most popular modes of transportation, not just for the budget but also for the comfort.If travelers thinking about h
ow to reach Ooty by road, roadways buses, private buses and taxis are the best bet. Buses are available from nearby destinations such as Chennai and Bangalore, as well as from far-off destinations such as Mumbai. An Ooty tourist bus can be the best option for getting around in the city. For travelers looking to drive over to Ooty, the best option would be to take along an Ooty travel guide and get on the road. The roads here are well-maintained, and a delight to travel on.Popular Packages
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Ooty is the right destination to stock up on dried spices and a huge variety of tea. One can also purchase hand-embroidered shawls, leather goods and wooden artifacts as souvenirs of the trip.
Although a fairly small destination, Ooty is rich in terms of natural wonders. There are a plethora of lakes, waterfalls and mountain peaks to explore, as well as a few historic monuments, museums, and theme parks. So make sure to have t least 5 to 6 days in hand to explore it fully.
There are several ways to pass time in Ooty, starting from visiting the beautiful natural attractions to the historic monuments, from shopping at the local markets to sampling local dishes.
ATMs are easily available in Ooty, and most major shops accept debit and credit cards of all major banks.
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