About Ooty

The Queen of Hills in South India, Ooty, offers a journey atop the hills, with many hairpin bends showcasing the abundant beauty of Mother Nature, making it the most beautiful hill station of Tamil Nadu. This wonderful hill station tops the list of global travellers, having been the erstwhile summer camp of the British Royals. Ooty still beholds the charm and grace of the English architecture in its age-old buildings.

The most frequented summer destination for domestic people and tourists from all corners of the globe, Ooty has something to offer for every kind of visitor. The lush green meadows you see while travelling towards Ooty add colour to your tour, and you can see tourists and nature lovers halt along the route for photo sessions against the wonderful backdrop of Mother Nature.

You have plenty of options for visiting Ooty. The most popular are the Botanical Gardens, Dodda Bedda, Ooty Lake and Rose Gardens. Opting for cycling around the Ooty lake, you can zoom into the lives of the locals. A short trip by the Toy Train needs to be experienced rather than being explained. The nature in its original, untouched beauty amazes you wherever you go. The model house of the tribal people, the “Thodas,” inside the botanical garden, piques your interest in exploring the origins and day-to-day lives of these people in this wonderful hill station.

You have plenty of options to explore and enjoy in this scenic location. Misty mornings with a hot chai will give your day a wonderful start. Strolling along the streets in the pleasant weather, shopping in the roadside shops, all these are a bunch of undoubtedly exquisite experiences during your vacation.

Coonoor and Kothagiri are the nearest locations where nature's abundant beauty still holds its charm. You can visit the theme park on your way back to Mettupalayam.

Plan to spend your vacation in Ooty, the most gorgeous hill station in South India.

When to Visit Ooty?

Ooty is best visited between March and June, when the weather is pleasant, and the temperature remains around 20 to 25 degrees. It is ideal for sightseeing. One perk of visiting in the summer is the May Flower show. 

The peak season to visit Ooty is March - June and October - March, which are colder (5 - 15 degrees Celsius). Moreover, if you are into the natural views and the gusty waterfalls, you can visit during July - September for the lush landscape. Also, this time is best for budget travel, as the low footfall makes finding accommodation easier. And a must-visit place during the monsoon season is the Pykara waterfalls.

How to Reach Ooty?

• Air : Coimbatore is the airport nearest to Ooty at a distance of approximately 100 kms. The airport in Coimbatore is well-connected to the surrounding cities.
• Train : The Ooty Railway Station is situated on the Delhi-Coimbatore railway line, which offers good connectivity to all major cities.
• Road : The road leading to Ooty from the uphill is well-laid and well-maintained. The road is connected to all the major cities in the plains.