About Dolphin Nose, Kodaikanal

Dolphin Nose is a viewpoint in Kodaikanal, from where you can see the best of what nature has bestowed upon the picturesque hill station. Located about 6 km away from the heart of Kodaikanal and at an elevation of about 6600 feet, this viewpoint is on the top of a cliff that resembles the shape of a dolphin’s nose. It is one of the major landmarks for tourists and trekkers looking for hotels in Kodaikanal so there is a good range of accommodation options along with supermarkets, individual stores, restaurants, cafes and other facilities nearby. Hotels near Dolphin Nose are pocket-friendly compared to the ones in the city, and they also serve as a convenient base to explore other attractions in Kodaikanal.

Shopping and Dining near Dolphin Nose

Kodaikanal is a quaint hill station where the mall culture hasn’t caught up as yet. However, while staying at hotels near Dolphin Nose, you can shop at some of the best local markets located within 7 km radius of the viewpoint. Topping the list is the Bazaar Road where you get good quality woollens and aromatic spices. The Khadi Emporium is a popular shopping spot in this market and offers a plethora of merchandise including exquisite jewelry, metal and brassware, Kashmiri shawls, unique handicrafts, etc. Anna Salai street market and P.T. Road are other bustling shopping hubs near Dolphin Nose. When it comes to dining, several options are available near Dolphin Nose hotels including cafés and restaurants. Hotel Astoria Veg, Jack Café, Hebron Café, Hilltop Inn, Manna Café and Jacobs Café are some of the top restaurants in the area where you can pamper your taste buds with vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies.

Places to Visit in and around Dolphin Nose

It goes without saying that the first name on your itinerary should be the viewpoint itself where you can soak in the scenic vistas for as long as you want. Hotels near Dolphin Nose, Kodaikanal also provide smooth access to a host of other local attractions like Bryant Park (5 km), Coaker’s Walk (5 km), Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (5 km), Bear Shola Falls (6 km), Pillar Rocks (7 km), Guna Cave (8 km), Kodaikanal Lake (8 km) and Moir Point (10 km).

How to Reach Dolphin Nose

Madurai Airport, located about 140 km away, is the nearest air gateway to reach Kodaikanal while the nearest railheads are Palani (67 km) and Kodaikanal Road (80 km). After reaching any one of these transportation hubs, you can travel to your hotels near Dolphin Nose by road. Regular bus services are available to the hill station from cities like Madurai, Chennai, Coimbatore, Pondicherry, etc. Hired taxis are the best option to explore the region during your stay at Dolphin Nose hotels.

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