One Day Itinerary for Ooty

  1. 9:00AM: Botanical Gardens
    Located near the Ooty Lake, 15 minutes (3.2 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    The Botanical Garden is a popular tourist attraction that spans over 22 hectares and comprises more than 650 species of flowers and trees. The garden also features a 20-million-year-old fossilized tree.

  2. 11:00AM: Doddabetta Peak
    Located at a distance of 11.8 km from Botanical Gardens

    Doddabetta Peak is a great spot to admire the panoramic views of the Nilgiri Mountains. It is also the highest point in the Nilgiri Hills and the perfect place to click some memorable pictures.

  3. 1:00PM: Government Museum
    Located at a distance of 8.9 km from Doddabetta Peak and serves food nearby

    The Government Museum is an ancient building that houses tribal artifacts, prehistoric evidence, Hindu sculptures, and old coins. The museum also features a library that has an enormous collection of books on anthropology, local history, and sociology.

  4. 3:00PM: Pykara Waterfall
    Located at a distance of 19.6 km from Government Museum

    The Pykara Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in South India, located amidst verdant greenery. The waterfall is a mesmerizing sight to behold and a great place to unwind and relax amidst nature.

  5. 5:00PM: Ooty Lake
    Located at a distance of 4.6 km from Pykara Waterfall

    Ooty Lake is an Artificial lake constructed in the year 1824. The lake offers a range of activities such as boating, cycling and horse riding. The lake also provides a picturesque view of the Nilgiris, making it the perfect place to wind down after a long day of sightseeing in Ooty!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 20-30)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, INR 10-20)
  • Government Museum (2 hours, INR 5-10)
  • Pykara Waterfall (2 hours, INR 50-100)
  • Ooty Lake (2 hours, INR 10-20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 95-180

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the Toy Train Station, Raj Bhavan, and Dolphin's Nose. If time is a constraint, you can skip the Government Museum and Pykara Waterfall. These two places are worth a visit only if you are interested in exploring museums and waterfalls.

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