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Coonoor Sightseeing Places

Coonoor is where the Nilgiris' tea-country views are at their best.

By Mahesh Kumar R., naturalist Updated 2 min read

At a glance

From Ooty
~20 km
From Coimbatore
~65 km
Time needed
Half day
Must-see
Dolphin's Nose, Sim's Park
Good for
Tea & viewpoints
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Quick answer

The best Coonoor sightseeing places are Sim's Park (a sloping botanical garden), Dolphin's Nose and Lamb's Rock (viewpoints over the plains and tea estates), the Catherine Falls view, tea factories and stretches of the Nilgiri Mountain Railway. Coonoor is about 20 km below Ooty, so its sights fit neatly into the first or last day of an Ooty trip.

Top places

  • Sim's Park — terraced botanical garden; fruit show in summer.
  • Dolphin's Nose — rock promontory with views to Catherine Falls.
  • Lamb's Rock — viewpoint over the Coimbatore plains.
  • Tea factories — tasting and shopping.
  • Toy-train line — watch the Nilgiri Mountain Railway pass.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Coonoor better than Ooty?

Coonoor is quieter with better tea views; Ooty has more sights. Many travellers do both.

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