The Botanical Gardens span across 55 acres and has over 650 species of plants and trees. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll amongst the lush greenery and enjoy the serene atmosphere. The garden has a fossil tree trunk, a 20 million-year-old petrified tree, and a quaint Toda hill tribe hut. Don't miss the stunning layout adorned with ornamental bushes!
Located amidst the beautiful hills, the Ooty Lake is a must-visit spot in Ooty recommended for families seeking an outdoor activity. Children are bound to enjoy boat rides, horses, and handcrafted souvenirs from local vendors.
The Ooty Rose Garden is the largest rose garden in India with more than 20,000 varieties of roses. It features roses of various colours and sizes including miniature roses, hybrid Tea roses, Ramblers, floribunda roses, and more. The garden is home to an exquisite floral arrangement of basket-shaped floral work made of roses.
The Doddabetta Peak is the highest peak in the Nilgiris and a popular tourist destination in Ooty. The view from the mountain peak is breathtaking and offers a panoramic view of the lush green valleys of Coimbatore and the surrounding tea estates. The place is perfect for nature lovers and hikers.
The Tea Museum is an informative and educational experience for people visiting Ooty who want to know more about Nilgiri tea production. This museum has a wide variety of tea products like sample tea leaves, tea flavours, tea accessories, and even old tools. Take a tour of the tea garden and gain knowledge about tea processing!
If you have more time, visit the Government Museum to explore the tribal relics and the cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu. On your way to Doddabetta Peak, you can stop by a local food joint like King Star Restaurant or Kalpaka Restaurant to enjoy South Indian cuisine. If you have less time, you can skip Botanical Gardens or the Rose Garden and opt for Sims Park in Coonoor which is also equally beautiful!