Top Things to do in Ooty (Udhagamandalam)
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Ooty (Udhagamandalam), Tamil Nadu
Popularly referred to as Ooty, this gem among southern hill resorts is covered in eucalyptus and pine trees and coffee and tea plantations. On a clear day, it's possible to see as far as the Mysore plateau from Dodabetta Peak, the district's most prominent viewpoint. The Stone House, a landmark 1822 bungalow, and St. Stephen's Church are remnants of the area's first British settlement. Also noteworthy: formal botanical gardens, a children's mini-garden and a contemporary art collection.
Restaurants in Ooty (Udhagamandalam)
1. Amble with Anne
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
Hertage walk of approximately 2 km in Ooty town. Walks over the hills , woods and grasslands surrounding the town.
2. Annamalai Murugan Temple
3. Emerald Lake
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4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By Gopiganesh_Chennai
Enjoying nature, Have a stunning view of ooty and fresh green garden with lovely flowers all around.sightseeing places
4. Upper Bhavani Lake
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4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By sanjayvora45 - Ahmedabad, India
The lake is one of the best as far as I have heard among ooty tourist places. We started early from ooty to reach avalanche lake which is around 18-20 kms from Ooty main centre. But luck is not with us, as we are on the way, we had been informed that forest department has closed the road leading to the lake due to landslide. So we retuned without seeing the marvelous lake. I have some of the basic information which might helpful : To explore upper bhavani lake one has to reach around 9 or 9.30 AM at the gate of forest office as rush of tourist increases afterward. Tourist has to park their vehicle there and buy entry ticket to board the forest deptt. bus. Bus tour takes around 2 hours and three point covered are cauliflower forest, Bhavani Amman Temple and Upper Bhavani Lake.
5. Sanctuary Avalanche
6. Cairn Hill
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Sathish_sgs - Perungalathur, India
If you want to enjoy a peaceful location, please visit this place. Small museum and hanging bridge are there to enjoy. This place is very near to city, but very calm and serene. Walking in the trails giving the feel of forest atmosphere. Had a nice tea in the canteen
7. Western Catchment
8. Avalanche Lake
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4.5 based on 477 reviews
Reviewed By rashmimilan - Bengaluru, India
Bored by the usual crowded tourist spots of Ooty, this time we enquired with our tour operator to take us to a not much visited place away from the hustling-bustling crowd. He suggested us Avalanche. We decided not to Google and find any detailed information as we wanted to experience it all fresh. And was quite surprised that we were not disappointed at all. The Jeep drive from the pick-up spot to Avalanche was so exciting through scenic forests and valleys with a stop-over in between by a small stream overlooking a beautiful temple which stood a top of a valley. We were suggested to drink the water directly that was oozing out from a point of small rock which they believed was the starting point of a river which converged into the valley to become the massive river. Avalanche - absolutely no words. A heaven on earth. With wild yellow and pink flowers strewn across the valley. I almost dropped my plan of visiting Valley of Flowers in the Himachal for a moment. The century old pine trees added to a perfect bollywood scenic destination. Must-visit if you want to cherish your trip to Ooty.
9. Moddy's Chocolates
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By 777kushl
Here are a few things u must must try ... 1. Chocolates made by them specifically their bon bons.. loved them so much that now I keep ordering more from them and they ship it . 2. hot chocolate drink that you can buy just outside.. 3. Soft serve ice cream. It's only vanilla but it's amazing. 4. Ferrero ice cream.. ate 2 of them in the same day. 5. Mini pizza Cons- The staff outside is over worked outside so might be a little difficult to get their attention. They might be really nice ppl but if u want anything out of the regular then wait till they are totally free.. that's usually after 7 pm
10. Elk Hill Murugan Temple
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By VRAMESH - Chennai (Madras), India
Elk Hill Murugan Temple situated on Elk Hill around 3 km from Ooty bus terminus. This is a temple dedicated to Lord Murgan, the revered warrior god. The temple name is Sri Baladandayuthapani temple Thaipusam is a famous tamil religious festival that is celebrated in January–February to honour Lord Murugan. Kavadi Attam with dance performed by the devotees is the highlight of this event conducted at the Elk Hill Murugan Temple. 40 feet statue of Lord Muruga constructed and placed in standing posture outside this temple in open space, which almost replica of Batu caves, Malaysia Ooty is home to some magnificent temple architecture Must visit place. Temple timings 8.00 am to 5.00pm
