The Ooty Botanical Gardens are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ooty and home to a wide range of exotic plants from all around the world, including eucalyptus trees, diverse ferns, and rare orchids. Covering an area of almost 55 acres, it is a great place to enjoy a peaceful walk while exploring the diversity of plants around.
Ooty Lake, locally known as Ooty Boat House is an artificial lake situated in the heart of Ooty. The lake, surrounded by blooming flowers, encircled by eucalyptus trees and, offers an ideal setting for a relaxing and serene boat ride.Visitors can indulge in boating, enjoy horse riding, and take a stroll around the lake
Dolphin's Nose, a unique rock formation in the form of a nose situated more than 1000 feet above sea level, provides stunning views of the surrounding valley and gives a fascinating experience for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. The mountain, also referred to as ‘The Kalhatti’ by the locals, is named after its shape, which looks like a dolphin's nose. Visitors can have an adrenaline rush while enjoying trekking or hiking through the area.
Sim's Park, an exquisite botanical spectacle situated in Coonoor, is home to a variety of flora like the Shola tree and other exotic flowers. Known for its annual fruit and vegetable show, it's a garden landscaped with natural hillocks with perfect walking paths for tourists. The place prevails as a paradise for nature lovers, a treat to the eyes and the senses as the fragrant flowers and cooling ambiance here offer stillness and peace.
Doddabetta, which stands at a stunning 8,650 feet above sea level, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ooty and the highest peak in the region. The peak offers fantastic panoramic views of Ooty's picturesque surroundings while it's cold and tranquil. It's an ideal place for trekking onto the Himalayan ranges, enjoying a cup of tea while admiring the vista from several telescopes or shopping from the stalls that sell indigenous products of Ooty.
If you have more time, you can visit other places in Ooty, including the Rose Garden, Wax World Museum, and the Ooty Tea Factory. Reaching certain places like Dolphin's Nose and Doddabetta Peak via public transport might be difficult; it is suggested that you rent a private vehicle. Those who want to have a shopping experience, Government Botanical Garden near Ooty has a commercial section with an astounding collection of exotic flowers, potted plants, and aromatics to select from.