One Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Munnar

  1. 9:00AM: Tea Museum
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Munnar Town

    The Tea Museum offers an insight into the tea culture of Munnar. Visitors can see antique tea-processing equipment and sip on a range of teas. Entry costs INR 120 per person and it takes about an hour to explore the museum.

  2. 10:30AM: Mattupetty Dam
    30 minutes (12.7 km) from Tea Museum

    The Mattupetty dam is a beautiful sight with serene surrounding views. Visitors can take a boat ride or take a stroll near the dam to view grazing goats and cattle. Entry is free, and recommended time to spend here is around 1 hour.

  3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Saravana Bhavan
    10 minutes (4.3 km) from Mattupetty Dam

    Saravana Bhavan is a popular vegetarian restaurant known for its delicious South Indian dishes especially its dosas and sambar. The restaurant is reasonably priced with an average cost for two being INR 500.

  4. 1:00PM: Kundala Lake
    20 minutes (9.8 km) from Saravana Bhavan

    Kundala Lake is a picturesque spot located amid lush tea plantations. Visitors can take a pedal boat ride and enjoy the surrounding views. A 30-minute ride costs INR 250 per person, and recommended time to spend here is about 1 hour.

  5. 2:30PM: Blossom Hydel Park
    10 Minutes (3.2 km) from Kundala Lake

    Blossom Hydel Park is a beautiful flower garden with various flora and fauna. It also has a variety of adventure activities like rope climbing, zip-lining and other outdoor games. Entry costs INR 20 per person, and recommended time to spend here is around 1-2 hours.

  6. 4:30PM: Shopping at Munnar Town
    15 minutes (5.1 km) from Blossom Hydel Park

    Munnar Town is a small, vibrant market for buying souvenir items like tea, spices, honey, and handicrafts. Visitors can bargain and get some items at affordable prices.

  7. 6:00PM: Top Station View
    45 minutes (22.8 km) from Munnar Town

    Top Station View offers a panoramic view of the Western Ghats from the border of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Visiting during sunset offers a picturesque experience. Entry costs INR 25 per person. Recommended time to spend here is around 1 hour.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 120)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, Free)
  • Lunch at Saravana Bhavan (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Kundala Lake (1-2 hours, INR 250 per person for 30-minute ride)
  • Blossom Hydel Park (1-2 hours, INR 20)
  • Shopping at Munnar Town (1 hour, Cost varies)
  • Top Station View (1 hour, INR 25)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 915

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can visit other scenic spots in Munnar such as Echo Point, Eravikulam National Park, and Attukad Waterfalls. If you have less time, consider skipping some of the places listed here. Make sure to check the opening and closing times of each place before visiting, as they may vary depending on season and weather conditions. Consider carrying warm clothing as it tends to get colder in Munnar.

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