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Government Botanical Garden
nature
₹50 adults, ₹20 children

Government Botanical Garden

4.5(12,453)
📍 2 km from center7:00 AM - 6:30 PM

UNESCO heritage botanical garden spanning 22 hectares established in 1848, home to over 650 plant species including a 20-million-year-old fossil tree.

20 million year fossil treeItalian gardenOrchid house
Ooty Lake
water
₹10 entry, ₹80 boat

Ooty Lake

4.3(18,920)
📍 1 km from center9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Picturesque artificial lake built in 1824 by John Sullivan. Surrounded by eucalyptus forests and Nilgiri hills, perfect for boating and lakeside walks.

Paddle & rowboatsMiniature train rideHorse riding
Doddabetta Peak
viewpoint
₹30

Doddabetta Peak

4.6(9,823)
📍 10 km from center7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Highest peak in the Nilgiris at 2,637 metres. On clear days you can see the Deccan Plateau and Tamil Nadu plains.

Highest Nilgiri peakTelescope houseSunrise trekking
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
heritage
₹10 - ₹500

Nilgiri Mountain Railway

4.8(23,401)
📍 0.5 km from centerMultiple trips 7 AM - 6 PM

UNESCO World Heritage toy train built in 1908. The 46-km rack railway journey from Mettupalayam to Ooty traverses 16 tunnels and 250 bridges.

UNESCO World Heritage1908 heritage steam train16 tunnels 250 bridges
Tea Museum & Factory
culture
₹50

Tea Museum & Factory

4.4(7,654)
📍 6 km from center9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Explore 150 years of Nilgiri tea heritage with factory tours, tasting sessions and interactive exhibits.

Factory live tourTea tasting session150-year history
Emerald Lake
nature
Free

Emerald Lake

4.7(5,432)
📍 25 km from centerOpen all day

Scenic reservoir surrounded by pristine shola forests - a paradise for bird watchers with 100+ species.

Rare bird watchingShola forest walksPhotography paradise

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Sterling Ooty
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Sterling Ooty

🏨 1.8 km from Charring Cross24 hours (Front Desk)

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₹4,500/night

4.6(2,341 reviews)Top Pick
PoolSpaMountain view

Sterling Ooty is a premium mountain resort nestled in the heart of Nilgiris. Experience world-class hospitality amidst lush eucalyptus forests with panoramic valley views.

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Beautiful rooms and excellent hospitality. A must stay in Ooty!

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Earl's Secret Restaurant
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Earl's Secret Restaurant

🍽️ 900 m from Charring Cross12:00 PM - 10:30 PM

From

₹400-₹800/meal

4.4(1,205 reviews)Visitor Favorite
ContinentalIndianLive music

One of Ooty's most loved restaurants offering a unique blend of continental and Indian cuisines in a charming colonial setting.

Nilgiri Safari Jeeps
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Nilgiri Safari Jeeps

🚗 500 m from Bus Stand6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

From

₹2,500/day

4.7(892 reviews)Local Favorite
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Trusted transport partner for Ooty sightseeing. AC Jeeps, experienced drivers, and flexible packages for all your travel needs.

Ooty Chocolate Boutique
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Ooty Chocolate Boutique

🛍️ 750 m from Municipal Market9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

From

₹150-₹800

4.6(1,876 reviews)Best Value
HandmadeGift boxesDark chocolate

Ooty's finest handcrafted chocolates made with locally sourced ingredients. Visit our boutique for factory tours and tasting.

Ooty Tea House
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Ooty Tea House

🍽️ 1.2 km from Commercial Road8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

From

₹150-₹300/person

4.8(3,421 reviews)Popular Stop
Tea tastingNilgiri blendsSnacks

Ooty's most iconic tea house. Experience 12+ varieties of Nilgiri tea paired with local snacks in a traditional setting.

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Absolutely delicious food with a fantastic ambiance.

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First Flush Nilgiri TeaOrthodox PekoeGreen Tea Nilgiri+2 more
Green Valley Homestay

Green Valley Homestay

🏨 2 km from Sims Park

From

₹1,800/night

4.5(567 reviews)
HomestayBreakfast included+1
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