Ooty Mysore - A Family-Friendly Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Ooty Botanical Garden and Rose Garden
    Estimated Time from Starting Point: 20 minutes (6.5 km)

    The Ooty Botanical Garden is well-maintained and home to many exotic plants. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the gardens and marvel at the vibrant colors of the flowers. Afterward, visit the nearby Rose Garden, which features 20,000 varieties of roses and is perfect for taking stunning photos.

  2. Day 2: Ooty Boat House and Ooty Lake
    Estimated Time from Last Location: 30 minutes (9 km)

    Head to Ooty Boat House, situated by the serene Ooty Lake, for a morning boat ride. The lake is surrounded by green hills and a stunning landscape. Rent a paddle boat or a motorboat and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere. Take photos by Ooty Lake Dam before returning.

  3. Day 3: Mysore Palace and Chamundi Hills
    Estimated Time from Last Location: Around 3 hours (127 km)

    Spend the morning exploring the grandest palace of Mysore - The Mysore Palace. Built-in 1912, the palace has a mix of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Explore the halls full of intricate works of art, stained glass, and carved doors. Afterward, visit Chamundi Hills for a stunning view of the city from the hilltop.

  4. Day 4: Brindavan Gardens and St. Philomena's Church
    Estimated Time from Last Location: Around 1 hour (14 km)

    Visit the ever-bustling Brindavan Gardens in the morning. The garden is intricately landscaped and features a stunning diversity of plants, shrubs, and trees. The musical fountain show is a major highlight of this garden, so make sure not to miss it. Afterward, visit St. Philomena's Church, which showcases Neo-gothic architecture with Gothic Revival style elements.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ooty Botanical Garden (1 hour, Rs. 30)
  • Rose Garden (1 hour, Rs. 15)
  • Ooty Boat House and Lake (1-2 hours, Rs. 945 for two people)
  • Mysore Palace (2 hours, Rs. 40 for Indians, Rs. 540 for foreigners)
  • Chamundi Hills (1 hour, free)
  • Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, Rs. 20 for Indians, Rs. 40 for foreigners)
  • St. Philomena's Church (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 1590 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, make sure to visit the famous Bandipur National Park, known for tiger sighting and bird watching. Wonder La water park and Bangalore Palace are also excellent choices. Additionally, for families with little children visiting Ooty, the Honey and Bee Museum and the Chocolate Museum are great attractions.

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