Hill Stations Near Ooty

Officially called Ootacamund, the hill-town is better known by its nickname–Ooty. It is loved by Bollywood directors, honeymooners, families, and even backpackers, for its mountains, lakes, gardens, and waterfalls.

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Things To See & Do

Doddabetta Peak

Doddabetta Peak

Breath-Taking Sunset Point
Located 10 kilometres from Ooty, Doddabetta Peak is set at an altitude of 8,606 feet, and is the highest point of South India.

Minimum 1 hour

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Ooty

All year round destination

  • OCT-MAR

    Peak Season

  • APR-MAY

    Moderate Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Off-season

  • Whattoexpect:Chilly and windy weather.
  • Thingsyou'lllove:Tamil Festival and scenic views.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

The Summer FestivalMay

Ooty Mariamman Temple FestivalThe entire month of February

Tea and Tourism FestivalJanuary

Book Your Trip to Ooty

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Travel Options to reach Ooty

Our Recommendations

Flight to Coimbatore Airport, then Car to Ooty

Booking Options Starting From

₹9,904

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Flight to Bengaluru Airport, then Bus to Ooty

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₹6,920

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Stay in Ooty

Recommended Options

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3 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹4,658

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Hotel Lakeview

Hotel Lakeview

Central Ooty

3.9/5

₹3,094

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Trident

Trident

Fern Hill

4.4/5

₹4,965

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DARSHAN HOTEL OOTY

DARSHAN HOTEL OOTY

Kandal

4/5

₹5,915

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4 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹6,445

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Mango Hill Shola Ooty

Mango Hill Shola Ooty

Central Ooty

4.2/5

₹4,778

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Sterling Ooty Elk Hill

Sterling Ooty Elk Hill

Fern Hill

4.2/5

₹6,460

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Fortune Resort Sullivan Court-Member ITC Hotel Group

Fortune Resort Sullivan Court-Member ITC Hotel Group

Bombay Kist

4.4/5

₹8,099

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5 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹13,772

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Sterling Ooty Fern Hill

Sterling Ooty Fern Hill

Fern Hill

3.8/5

₹6,935

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Savoy, Ooty - IHCL SeleQtions

Savoy, Ooty - IHCL SeleQtions

Sylks Road

4.5/5

₹19,000

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WelcomHeritage Ayatana, Ooty

WelcomHeritage Ayatana, Ooty

Coonoor

4.5/5

₹15,381

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Hill Stations & Mountain Peaks in Ooty

But when one does arrive at that fresh frontier, there are ways better than others to begin your journey of discovery. Follow these steps and see the world with a new light.

  • Discover a new city through a food tour. Food tour's are the easiest way to take a tour, learn about the local delicacies, and the best of all, get great tips that aren't just "local" tips for tourists, but sometimes, lessons for a lifetime too
  • Use Public Transportation. When you are in a new city, you can possibly see places and people that you wouldn't normally see when simply walking to the places that checks your list. Some buses or rails take you to parts of the city you wouldn't get to see otherwise. Whilst using public transportation, just ensure that you are following the local norms and do remember to watch the locals!
  • Find a local festival. Go beyond what other tourists might do while visiting a place. Look for the unique things you would want to do. Use social media or the local tourism website to find out what's going on locally. You may have to move out of the center of the city to do some of the less popular but more unique things, so just keep that in mind!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Ooty

What are the best places to visit in Ooty?

Ooty has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Ooty include - Botanical Garden, Pykara Waterfalls, and Doddabetta Peak. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

What are the best places to visit in Ooty?

The most loved attractions in Ooty are Botanical Garden, Pykara Waterfalls and Doddabetta Peak.

What are some of the best places to stay in Ooty?

Ooty has a large variety of resorts and stays that you can select from ranging from budget to luxurious stays. Some of the most popular places to stay in Ooty are Green Nest Resort, Sterling Ooty - Elk Hill Resort and Savoy Ooty.