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Top places to visit

1. Doddabetta Peak

Discover fields of rhododendrons and fragrant herbs as you make your way to the summit of Doddabetta Mountain. Head to the telescope tower to gaze over the skyline of Ooty and look further to the sweeping forests of Bandipur National Park.

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Doddabetta Peak featuring farmland and tranquil scenes

2. Ooty Lake

Sit on the grass beneath tall trees and watch as small boats meander across the waters of Ooty Lake. Try one of the peddle-boats or enjoy the surrounding woodland haven from your carriage on the toy train.

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Ooty Lake featuring kayaking or canoeing and a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people

3. Ooty Rose Garden

Enjoy a vast selection of rare roses that includes ramblers, tea roses and floribunda, spread out across this charming terraced park. Lie back on the grass and unwind with views over the city from Ooty Rose Garden.

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Ooty Rose Garden which includes a garden and flowers

4. Government Botanical Gardens

Admire the intricate design of the Italian garden and a host of aquatic plant-life at Ooty Botanical Gardens. View a one-of-a-kind cork tree as well as a fossil of a tree trunk that is believed to be millions of years old.

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Botanical Gardens showing a park as well as a small group of people

5. St. Stephen's Church

Admire the tall clock tower and cream-colored façade of St Stephen’s Church. Step inside to view exquisite stained glass and the colossal beams that were pulled here by elephants.

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St. Stephen\'s Church showing a church or cathedral and flowers

Recommended things to do in Ooty

Number of things to do	4
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour): AU$30
Top 5 things to do	Ooty Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour) Coimbatore to Ooty- transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour) Day Trip to Coonoor (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Ooty)
Half-day tours	Ooty Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour)
With kids	Ooty Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour) Coimbatore to Ooty- transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

What to do in Ooty

Discover the most popular places to visit in Ooty

Doddabetta Peak

Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.

Ooty Lake

Relax by the water and go for a paddle on this peaceful lake, just minutes from the busy city center.

Ooty Rose Garden

Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.

Government Botanical Gardens

At the foot of Doddabetta Mountain, this expansive garden has stunning displays of tropical flowers and an array of rare tree species.

St. Stephen's Church

One of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris region combines charming architecture and fabulous stained-glass windows in a mystical woodland setting.

Pykara Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pykara Lake during your travels in Pykara. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Mudumalai National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mudumalai National Park, a lovely green space in Ooty. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Upper Bhavani Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Upper Bhavani Lake during your travels in Ooty. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Needle Rock View Point

You can find out about the history of Pykara with a stop at Needle Rock View Point. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Explore areas of Ooty

Kandal

If you're spending some time in Kandal, Arranmore Palace and Government Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Stone House Area

Stone House Area might not have many top sights, but Government Botanical Gardens and Ooty Rose Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mani Vihar

While Mani Vihar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ooty Lake and Mudumalai National Park.

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