The Ooty Botanical Gardens is spread over 55 hectares and serves as home to a diverse range of plants, shrubs, ferns, and trees. You'll also find some beautiful Italian-style garden, Japanese garden, and Fountain Terrace Garden inside the Botanical Garden. The fragrant rose garden is another highlight of the garden.
Doddabetta Peak offers one of the best viewpoints in Ooty, with views extending as far as Mysore on a clear day. Trek up to the summit, or take the jeep ride. You can also visit the Telescope House at the summit for a closer look at the Nilgiri Mountain Range.
The Pykara Waterfalls is a must-visit attraction in Ooty, surrounded by lush greenery and towering pine trees. The waterfall has a height of about 55 meters and is a visual treat for nature lovers. You can also take a boat ride on the Pykara Lake and witness the serene beauty of the place.
If you have more time, you can go on a Nilgiri Mountain Railway ride or a visit to the Emerald Lake. If you have less time, you can skip the jeep ride to Doddabetta Peak and take a cab instead. Remember to wear comfortable shoes to trek up to the summit and carry necessary essentials like sunscreen, sunglasses and bug repellent.