List of Free Things to Do in Ooty
Do you know what makes Ooty, the Queen of Hills, one of the most popular tourist destinations in India? To…
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Do you know what makes Ooty, the Queen of Hills, one of the most popular tourist destinations in India? To…
Ooty is a popular tourist destination in South India that receives hordes of tourists across the year. Spending some much-needed…
There is absolutely no doubt in the fact that hills and mountains are some of the prettiest places in the…
Amidst nature’s delicate beauties lies the historical site of Droog Fort in the enchanting hills of Nilgiri in Coonoor. Only…
The picturesque hill station of Ooty in southern India is among the post preferred holiday destinations in the country. Famous…
Ooty, a picturesque hill station in the Nilgiris, is known for its pleasant climatic conditions, enchanting natural beauty, and a…
The summer capital of the Madras Presidency during the Raj, Ooty is a nature lover’s paradise. Located in the state…
Planning a holiday in Ooty? We are sure that you must be looking forward to exploring the scenic beauty of…
Great things are done when men and mountains meet – William Blake How true these words ring, for the beauty…
Ooty, a picturesque hill station cradled in the Nilgiri Hills, is famous for its surreal natural beauty. Carpeted in greenery…
A trip to Ooty can be truly fulfilling as the hill station has everything a tourist can ask for. A leisurely boat-ride on Ooty Lake, trekking to Doddabetta Peak, taking a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, and capturing the beauty of Government Botanical Garden are some of the mandatory things to do when in the Queen of Hills. There are many other places to visit in Ooty that must be on everyone’s itinerary including Pykara Falls, Mariamman Temple, Kamraj Sagar Dam, and Tribal Museum. Don’t miss historical places such as St. Stephen’s Church and Stone House, and Droog Fort near Ooty.
Have the best dining experience in Ooty at cafes and restaurants like Sidewalk, Ooty Coffee House, Shinkows, Angara, Earl’s Secret and others. And for a glimpse of the lively nightlife of the hill town, pubs and bars such as Canterbury, Four Quarters, Fern Hill and Alto Espirito make great options. A food enthusiast would definitely love the homemade chocolates and cakes served at the landmark Kingstar Confectionery. Shopping for locally-grown tea is another thing that you shouldn’t miss.
Add a dose of adventure to the trip with a trekking expedition to the less-frequented places nearby. With so much to do, Ooty makes a perfect weekend getaway from bustling cities like Bangalore.