Tourist Places in 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

Ooty Trekking

Ooty Trekking

Explore the Nilgiris
Ooty offers many opportunities for the adventure-seekers, and trekking is one of the most popular activities here. Surrounded by mountains and lush greenery, there are many trekking spots in Ooty!

More than 1 hour

Suggested Time

Camping Near Ooty

Camping Near Ooty

Stay in a Camp Overnight
The crystal clear water surrounded by the Nilgiri hills on all sides makes the Avalanche Lake a perfect camping spot in Ooty!

Overnight stay

Suggested Time

Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Ride the Toy Train
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, built by the British in 1908, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 46-kilometre beautiful toy train journey starts from Mettupalayam.

5 hours

Suggested Time

Homemade Chocolates from King Star

Homemade Chocolates from King Star

Try Delicious Chocolates
The mecca for Ooty’s handmade chocolates is King Star. Built in 1942, this chocolate confectionery offers more than forty delicious flavours of chocolate, and they are reasonably priced as-well!

30 to 40 minutes

Suggested Time

Toda Huts

Toda Huts

Meet the Tribal People
The people of the local tribes in Ooty live in bamboo huts with thatched roofs, known as Toda Huts. The huts are in a semi-barrel shape and don’t have windows.

2 hours

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

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₹9,084

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Flight to Bengaluru Airport, then Bus to Ooty

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₹5,706

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Stay in Ooty

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3 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹4,658

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DARSHAN HOTEL OOTY

DARSHAN HOTEL OOTY

Kandal

4/5

₹3,677

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Trident

Trident

Fern Hill

4.4/5

₹6,414

Onwards

Hotel Lakeview

Hotel Lakeview

Central Ooty

3.9/5

₹3,885

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4 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹9,854

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Sterling Ooty Elk Hill

Sterling Ooty Elk Hill

Fern Hill

4.2/5

₹8,930

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Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group

Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group

Bombay Kist

4.4/5

₹13,499

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Mango Hill Shola Ooty

Mango Hill Shola Ooty

Central Ooty

4.2/5

₹7,134

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5 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹12,774

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Sterling Ooty Fern Hill

Sterling Ooty Fern Hill

Fern Hill

3.8/5

₹11,590

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Kelso House of Ooty

Kelso House of Ooty

Vannarapettai

4.7/5

₹8,811

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Ayatana, Ooty

Ayatana, Ooty

Coonoor

4.6/5

₹17,923

Onwards

Tourist Places & Memorable Experiences 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!

For which type of travelling is Ooty a perfect destination?

Ooty is a perfect destination for Hills & Mountains themed holidays.

What are the top things to do in Ooty?

Ooty is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like Botanical Garden, Pykara Waterfalls, and Doddabetta Peak. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!