Location: Munnar
Top Things to do in Munnar
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Munnar That You Shouldn't Miss
Sprawling tea plantations surround the serene hills of Munnar, which attract adventure travelers hungry for paragliding, treks to Anaimudi (South India's highest peak) and hikes originating at the confluence of three mountain streams. The stone Christ Church, built by the British in 1910, is adorned with renowned works of stained glass, and Eravikulam National Park, about 10 miles away, is home to equally colorful wildlife, including the endangered Nilgiri Tahr (ibex), ruddy mongoose and 120 bird species.
Restaurants in Munnar
1. Tea Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,398 reviews
Reviewed By fabkerala - Kerala, India
Beauty of Nature.. . . . Munnar - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations pristine valleys and mountains exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests aroma of spice scented cool air yes! This beautiful destination has all these and more. It's the place you would love to visit it's the place you would wish never to leave. . . It's a must see place for Couples / amazing honeymoon destination.. silent , peaceful and relaxing..
2. Anamudi Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By 921aj_k - Thekkady, India
Highest peak in south india. A wonderful view from the top. This place is very famous for trekking expedition
3. Thoovanam Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By Ramblerfootsteps
It is a beautiful place to visit. Don't miss it guys.It is a 3km walk forest guard will come along with you to guide you. They are very friendly.On the way you can see sandal wood trees. It is a good treat for your eyes water falling from above is mermersing. To see a video of water fall. Please check in rambler footsteps youtube channel. Note: Please don't throw plastic cover/bottles anywhere.
4. Chokramudi Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Praveen_NP_04 - Chennai (Madras), India
One of the best treks I've ever had yet. The trail to the top is comparatively easy to the downhill. The best part is the mini puddle of water at the peak. Loved that taste ????. Do start before 5.30 to get an excellent sunrise view. Nevertheless, the view as we go top is breath-taking. We also came across a couple of bison on our way to the base camp. You can reach the base camp with a private vehicle too. Entry is 400 at the base camp. You can get water bottles too, at the base camp. They will provide a local guide too. It takes almost 7-8 hours to complete the trek. Do carry some source of food (My two cents: chocolates, bread and jam, orange and banana for instant energy). Carry atleast 1 litre of water. Please don't litter the place. Happy trekking. No need for an extra permit or guide.
5. Kalari Kshethra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Kalari kshethra is a temple of Kerala Tradition. We have ancient Kathakali show from 05:00 pm to 06:00 pm and other Kalrippayattu show form 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm which is ancient fighting form and form which martial arts has been inspired.
Reviewed By SanjayD_10 - New Delhi, India
This fom of Martial art is really wonderful to watch and the kind of flexibility these guys have is astounding, very talented and entertaining piece.
6. Attukal Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 573 reviews
Reviewed By DrKlair - Sangrur, India
As i saw this during monsoon season the falls presented a great sight . To view the falls you have to take a really rough private road from Pallivasal which is about 6 km from Munnar on the Cochin road. The locals told that there is very little water in the falls apart from the rainy season.
7. Muniyara Dolmens
8. Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,778 reviews
Reviewed By sansantro123 - Kochi (Cochin), India
Eravikulam National Park is 97 kilometre National Park located along the Western and Ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala in India . Situated between 10° 05 N and 10° 20 north 77°0 and 77°10 east , it is the first national park in Kerala. Eravikulam National Park is administered by the Kerala Department of Forest and wildlife , Munnar wildlife Division wich also runs the nearby Mathilakam Shola National Park , Anamudi Shola National Park,Pambadum National Park , Chinnar wildlife sanctuary and the Kurijimala sanctuary. ● Geography :- The main body of the park consists of the high rolling plateau with base elevation of about 2000 m. The terrain consists of high attitude grasslands interspersed with sholas. Anamudi 2695 meters , the highest peak in India South of the Himalayas is inside this park . They merge to form tributaries of the Periyar river in the west and of the Cauvery River in the east . ● Fauna :- Twenty six spices of mammals have been recorded in the park including the largest surviving population of Nilagiri tahr , estimated at at about 750 individuals . The other ungulates are lion tailed macaques , gaur , Indian muntjac and sambar deer . Golden Jackal , Jungle cat, wild dog , leopard and tiger are the main predators . Some little animals such as Nilgiri langur , stripe - necked mongoose, Indian porcupine , Nilgiri marten , small clawed otter , ruddy mongoose, and dusky palm squirrel are also found . Elephants make seasonal visits . ● Flora :- Three major types of plant communities are found in the park grasslands shurblands and foresters . The terrain about 2000 metre is covered primary by grasslands . However there are numerous small patches of forest in hollows and gullies in these areas . The Deepa valleys are extensively forested . Shrublands predominant along the base of the cliffs and interspersed in rocky slab areas . The antibacterial Eupatorium glandulosum is found here . As this is monate forest vegetation many small mosses , forest vegetation many small mosses , lichen are also found here . ● History :- Prior 1971 , the area was managed as a game preserve by the Kannan Devan Hills produce company. The Government of Kerala resumed in 1971, and declared the Eravikulam Rajamala wildlife sanctuary in 1975 to product the habitat of the endangered Nilgiri tahr . It become a National Park in 1978 .
9. Top Station
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4.0 based on 1,867 reviews
Reviewed By Varadharajanm5 - Bengaluru, India
Top Station is a highest point near Munnar. This place is the last sight seeing in this route....Mattupetty dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake and then Top Station. From the parking area you need to walk long to reach to the main entrance of the top station view area. Top station view point is actually a highest point where both kerala and tamilnadu border meets. Both the forest zone highest point meet in this place. You need to get the entrance ticket. You can visualize good photographic locations and natural scenic beauty until you reach the ticket counter. From the ticket counter entrance you need to walk down approximately 100 to 150 steps to reach another thrilling and exciting view point. That is the actual place where you can have 360 degree view of the valley. But it will be breathe taking exercise to reach that place. Definitely not to try for old age people. If you have having heart problems and breathing issues do not try to walk down. Because getting to top is much difficult, it is very steep while climbing back. There are also no proper fencing or hand grip / side rails provided to hold and climb the steps. Otherwise this is one of the place you should never miss and have some natural scenic photo shoots. Be alert while taking selfie also.
10. Kannan Devan Tea Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,333 reviews
Reviewed By inder95 - Chandigarh, India
One of the main attractions of town, the museum introduces visitors to the history of town and tea development in the town of Munnar, the whole process of tea production through a live demonstration, various old time exhibits, and also has an in house store for purchasing their tea, coffee and other products. Must visit option for the visitors and highly recommended
