Nearby Attractions in Ooty

Nearby Attractions in Ooty

There are more than 40 nearby attractions in Ooty. All these nearby attractions in Ooty could not be visited in one day. You need to stay at least for four days to enjoy them all in leisure. However if you are planning for one day weekend picnic, then you can select the must see places and plan your time accordingly. Hiring a good taxi man will help you to choose the important places and spend your time wisely.

There are local public and private buses and vans that take you around the nearby attractions in Ooty. They start at particular time of the day and return at fixed time. They charge on per head basis and if you are traveling on budget you can avail one of them to enjoy your time without damaging your pockets.

Last Updated: 30/04/2012

• Hidden Valley

  Coonoor

  Distance from Ooty :23 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :0h, 29 m

  Hidden Valley is in the area surrounding Coonoor. This is an impressive spot and the atmosphere is fantastic with green landscape and breathtaking mountain views. Trekkers will enjoy this area very much. A good excursion spot in Nilgiris....

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• Bellikkal

  Ooty

  Distance from Ooty :15 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :0h, 20 m

  Bellikkal is located at an altitude of 5,500 feet above sea level on the Western Ghats. This is a small village which is not yet disturbed by the pollution and busy city life. Thi sis located to the south of the Sigur Plateau.   Leisure walks in this area will help you to inhale the fresh mou...

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• Lamb's Rock

  Near Coonoor, Nilgiris

  Distance from Ooty :15 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :0h, 18 m

  Lamb’s Rock is a place which helps you to escape from the monotony of the hectic city life. It is located at a distance of 10 kilometers from Coonoor. The tranquil ambience and the feeling of being in close proximity to nature will overtake you.   This is a perfect photographic spot and...

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• Kovai Kutralam

  Siruvani Hills

  Distance from Ooty :118 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :2h, 18 m

  Kovai Kutralam has one of the best waterfalls that will mesmerize people with its melodious music. Many bird varieties are found here and it is located amidst dense forests and variety of flora.   The ideal time to visit this place is from March to June and it is better to leave the place bef...

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• Kodanadu View Point

  Kotagiri

  Distance from Ooty :60 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :1h, 21 m

  Kodanadu View Point is situated at a distance of 16 kilometers from Kotagiri and is a good feast for the eyes with lush green vegetation and tea gardens. Watching sunset here is an enjoyable acitivity.   You can have a bird’s eye view from Kodanadu View Point and see the River Mayor flo...

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• Emerald Lake

  Near Red Hill Resorts, Ooty

  Distance from Ooty :25 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :0h, 30 m

  Emerald Lake is a part of the Silent Valley and is located beside the Red Hill Nature Resort. This is one of the best picnic spots that will welcome you to see all the wonders of nature it has in store for you.   The chirping birds and swimming ducks add beauty to the environment. The spectac...

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• Cinema Shooting Spot

  Ooty

  Distance from Ooty :0 km;

  There are two important shooting spots in Ooty, one at 6th mile and the other one at 9th mile. This area is covered green meadows surrounded by forests and mountains. This is a very calm place and could be seen in most of the Indian movies. This place is also called as shooting medu....

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• Thread Garden

  North Lake Road, Ooty

  Distance from Ooty :2 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :0h, 4 m

  Thread Garden in Ooty is an innovate project to create the artificial plant kingdom. Here you can see the magnificent display of flowers, lawns and fruits which are entirely made from the canvas, thread and wire. They look so original depicting the skills of the craftsmen.   You can also see ...

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• Honey and Bee Museum

  Ooty

  Distance from Ooty :0 km;

  Honey and Bee Museum was launched by the NGO Keystone Foundation. This has two parts, honey and bee keeping portion and the green shop. You can get information about the honey harvest by the traditional tribal people.   Honey is collected by the two tribal groups of Ooty called Kurumbas and I...

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• Cairn Hill

  On the Way to Avalanche, Ooty

  Distance from Ooty :3 km;

  Time to Reach from Ooty :0h, 6 m

  Cairn Hill is located at a distance of 3 km from Ooty and is one of the best places for walking. This region is full of cypress trees and is a very good picnic spot. Many hill resorts are also situated here. The fresh air, the scenery and the green shrubs and trees make this a photographic place....

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