A Day in Ooty

  1. 9:00AM: Doddabetta Peak
    15 minutes (6.9 km) from Ooty town

    Start your day by heading to the Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in Ooty with stunning views of the entire valley. The cool breeze and panoramic view of the vast valley below make it the perfect spot to kick start your day.

  2. 10:30AM: Tea Factory & Museum
    20 minutes (6.3 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Experience the process of tea making at the Tea Factory and Museum which offers a tour of their facility. The museum showcases the history of tea, as well as the evolution of machinery used in tea processing. Visitors can sample and buy a range of teas and tea-based products here.

  3. 12:00PM: Ooty Lake
    15 minutes (4.7 km) from Tea Factory & Museum

    Spend time by the serene Ooty Lake. You can enjoy a scenic boat ride, horse riding or take a leisurely walk around the lake. Perfect for a group outing, the lake is fringed by eucalyptus trees offering beautiful scenery of the Nilgiri mountains.

  4. 1:00PM: Government Botanical Garden
    5 minutes (1 km) from Ooty Lake

    The Government Botanical Gardens is home to a wide range of exotic plants, ferns, shrubs, bonsai trees, and a variety of flowers. Walk around and enjoy the beauty of the gardens while learning about different plant species from around the world.

  5. 2:00PM: Lunch at Taj Savoy
    10 minutes (1.5 km) from Government Botanical Garden

    Indulge in a sumptuous lunch at the luxurious Taj Savoy hotel. An iconic colonial era hotel, it serves a mix of Indian and Continental cuisine and has an outdoor seating area where you can soak in the lush greenery of the region.

  6. 4:00PM: Thread Garden
    15 minutes (5 km) from Taj Savoy

    Thread Garden is a unique garden created by wrapping thread around wire frames to create lifelike representations of flowers and other objects. Beautiful and colorful, the garden is a fascinating sight worth visiting.

  7. 5:00PM: St. Stephen's Church
    10 minutes (2 km) from Thread Garden

    Built in the 19th century, St. Stephen's Church is a beautiful example of colonial architecture. Adorned with stunning stained-glass windows, this Anglican church is surrounded by pine trees, and its peaceful ambience is perfect for a calming end to the day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Doddabetta Peak (1 hour, free)
  • Tea Factory & Museum (1 hour, INR 100 per person)
  • Ooty Lake (1-2 hours, INR 10 per adult for entry, additional for activities)
  • Government Botanical Garden (1 hour, INR 30 per person)
  • Lunch at Taj Savoy (1 hour, INR 1000 per person)
  • Thread Garden (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • St. Stephen's Church (30 minutes, free)
  • Total Estimated Cost: INR 1160 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Pykara Falls or take a scenic toy train ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway. If you have less time, you can skip visiting the Thread Garden or St. Stephen's Church.

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