A Day in Ooty: Amazing Places to Visit

  1. 9:00AM: Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Ooty railway station.

    The Botanical Garden is spread over 55 acres with diverse species of plants and trees arranged in various themes. A prime focus is laid on conserving and preserving the rare and endangered species of plants.

  2. 11:00AM: Ooty Lake
    20 minutes (3.5 km) from the Botanical Garden.

    Ooty lake is an artificial lake in the heart of the town surrounded by eucalyptus trees and is a favoured spot for picnics, paddle boating, and enjoying the scenic beauty

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant
    15 minutes (2.5 km) from Ooty Lake

    Known for its lip-smacking Chinese cuisine, Shinkow's is an ideal place to taste yummy momos, chilly chicken, pepper lamb, and much more like never before.

  4. 3:00PM: Doddabetta Peak
    40 minutes (8 km) from Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant

    Doddabetta is the highest peak of the Nilgiri mountain range that offers stunning views of tea estates, nearby hills, and valleys. Be prepared to brace the chilly winds and take home some unforgettable memories.

  5. 5:00PM: Government Museum
    15 minutes (2.5 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Government Museum established in 1989 provides an insight into the history of the Nilgiris District including the Pandyas and the Hoysalas dynasties. The Museum has various sections ranging from archeology to indigenous wildlife with artifacts dating back to the tribal culture.

Time and Costs

  • Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 30 per head)
  • Ooty Lake (1 hour, INR 15 per head)
  • Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant (1 hour, INR 500 for two people)
  • Doddabetta Peak (1 hour, INR 10 per head)
  • Government Museum (1 hour, INR 10 per head)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 565

Useful Tips

For those with more time, you can include a visit to the famous tea gardens like Ketti Valley and smaller tea plantations en route to Doddabetta. Adventurers can opt for trekking and camping activities in the nearby hills. In contrast, folks with less time can skip Doddabetta and visit the sublime Stephen's Church instead.

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