Comprehensive 3-Day Itinerary for a Relaxing Trip to Ooty, Tamil Nadu

Day 1: Town Exploration

Ooty, India on May 3, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Shinkows

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Shinkows, famous for its Chinese and local breakfast options, located centrally in Ooty. Open from 8:00am to 9:30pm.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Government Botanical Gardens

Explore the vast and beautifully maintained botanical gardens featuring diverse flora including exotic plants and a fossil tree trunk, perfect for nature lovers. Open 8:30am to 6:00pm, entry fee: INR30.
INR30, 2h0m

11:30am

Stroll around Ooty Lake

Enjoy a leisurely walk around Ooty Lake and optionally boat rides in a serene environment surrounded by eucalyptus trees. Open 9:00am to 5:30pm, boat rides INR80 per person.
INR80, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Dine at Earl's Secret, an elegant colonial-era restaurant offering Indian and continental dishes in a charming garden setting. Open 11:30am to 3:00pm.
INR800, 1h15m

2:30pm

Ooty Rose Garden

Visit the Government Rose Garden boasting more than 20,000 varieties of roses, a must-see for gardening enthusiasts. Open 8:30am to 6:00pm, entry fee INR30.
INR30, 1h0m

4:00pm

Explore Ooty Market

Shop or browse local goods including spices, teas, and handicrafts at the bustling Ooty Market, open till 7:00pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Lakeview

Enjoy a cozy dinner at Hotel Lakeview restaurant offering traditional South Indian and North Indian dishes with lake views. Open until 10:00pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 2: Nature & Adventure

Ooty, India on May 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at King's Cliff Hotel

Have an early, hearty breakfast at King's Cliff with panoramic views of the Nilgiris. Open 7:00am to 10:30am.
INR550, 1h0m

8:30am

Ooty Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take a scenic train ride on the heritage Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Ooty to Coonoor, a UNESCO World Heritage experience showing beautiful hill landscapes. Ticket costs around INR300.
INR300, 1h30m

10:00am

Dolphin’s Nose Viewpoint, Coonoor

Visit Dolphin’s Nose for spectacular views of the Nilgiri Hills and Catherine Falls, about 8 km from Coonoor town center. Open outdoor site, free entry.
Free, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at The Culinarium, Coonoor

Savor fresh and wholesome meals at The Culinarium, known for its fresh European and Indian cuisine in Coonoor. Open 12:00pm to 9:00pm.
INR700, 1h0m

1:30pm

Sim's Park

Spend a leisurely afternoon at Sim's Park, a well-maintained botanical garden in Coonoor showcasing rare plant species and a peaceful environment.
INR50, 1h30m

3:30pm

Return to Ooty by train

Take the scenic return journey via the Nilgiri Mountain Railway back to Ooty.
INR300, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Sidewalk Cafe

Relax with a casual dinner at Sidewalk Cafe featuring wood-fired pizzas and steak, perfect for winding down after a day of sightseeing. Open until 10:00pm.
INR650, 1h15m
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Day 3: Waterfalls & Relaxation

Ooty, India on May 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel or a nearby café in Ooty with local specialties like idli and vada. Most cafes open from 7:30am.
INR400, 0h45m

9:00am

Pykara Falls and Lake

Visit Pykara Falls and Lake situated about 20 km from Ooty to witness stunning waterfalls and enjoy a peaceful boat ride. Open 9:00am to 5:00pm, entry fee INR20, boat ride INR100.
INR120, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Lake View Restaurant, Pykara

Have lunch at The Lake View offering traditional South Indian dishes with scenic views of the lake and surrounding hills.
INR600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to Ooty and relax at Ooty Lake Boathouse

Spend the afternoon taking relaxing paddle boat rides around Ooty Lake and kayaking, enjoying the calm waters and cool breeze. Open 9:00am to 5:30pm.
INR150, 2h0m

5:00pm

Tea tasting at Nilgiri Tea Factory

Visit the nearby Nilgiri Tea Factory to learn about tea processing and sample different varieties of Nilgiri tea. Open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
INR100, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Famous Cuppa, Ooty

Conclude your trip with an inviting dinner at Famous Cuppa, known for multi-cuisine dishes and cozy ambiance, open until 10:00pm.
INR650, 1h15m
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