Kodaikanal is 65 KM away from Palani and 115 KM away from Madurai. It is one of the best tourist places in Dindigul district and Tamilnadu state. The nearest airport is available in Madurai. From Palani, Madurai and Dindigul there are well-established bus services. Here we can explore the famous tourist places to visit in Kodaikanal.
Here Are The Top 15 Places To Visit In Kodaikanal
1. Kodaikanal Lake – Kodaikanal Tourist Places
Kodaikanal Lake is shortly known as Kodai Lake. In the 1860’s Madurai Collector Henry Levinge initiated the process of developing the Kodaikanal Lake. The Kodai lake is 60 acres and around 6KM and, it is star-shaped. Boating is available from 8 AM to 6 PM in the lake on a timely basis. Horse rides, Balloon shooting games and cycling are available around Kodaikanal lake. Know More about Kodai Lake here.
2. Pillar Rocks – Best Tourist Places To Visit In Kodaikanal
The three gigantic Pillar-Shaped Rocks in Kodaikanal attract 95% of the tourists who visits Kodaikanal. Chambers between the 2 Shoulder to Shoulder Pillars are best known as Devils Kitchen(Now Guna Caves). It is not only a tourist place which attracts tourists, but also it’ll seduce nature lovers. The small park is ready there to see the enchanting view of the Pillar Rocks. Additionally, The plot has miniature and beautiful flowers planted to attract tourists.
What to do when you’re in Pillar Rocks?
3. Guna Caves – Thrilling Places To Visit in Kodaikanal
It is a beautiful sightseeing place in Kodaikanal, which is famous for its 3 Pillar-type Rocks. Guna caves were earlier known as Devils Kitchen. It is a thrilling cave where 15+ adults lost their lives trying to get inside the cave. Currently, the cave is closed for safety reasons. However, we can enjoy the view from afar. Do you know the history of Guna Caves? Read more about it here.
4. Pine Forest – Greenery Place To Visit In Kodaikanal
H.D Bryant from Madurai started the development in 1908, of the Pine Forest plantation. He planted the Pine Tree all over the Kodaikanal. Especially from the Solar Observatory plant to Pillar Rock. Thus the result of Pine Forest Kodaikanal. After him, the next-gen officers took care of the trees to grow. And from time to time, the place is changed as one of the main tourist places in Kodaikanal. Read more about Pine Forest here.
5. Dolphin Nose Point
Dolphin Nose Point is the best place to trek when you go to Kodaikanal. The whole trek distance will be almost 2 KM. It’s deep down the way when you’re going into the Dolphin Nose point. We strongly suggest not to try for the trek for the people who have a heart problem. While getting down to Dolphin Nose Point, you may go like a pro. But while climbing back to the top is a real-tough for everyone.
6. Green Valley or Suicide Point
Green Valley is formerly called Suicide Point of Kodaikanal. It has an incredible view 😲 of hills, plains and cliffs. You can able to see what’s there below 5000 feet from the Kodaikanal Green Valley. Also, You can take selfies with the clouds as well. It’s been a horrible view from the top of Suicide point. So, For our safety, that is an iron bar fenced. It is open all the time but viewing from 10 AM – 2.30 PM is advisable.
7. Silver Cascade Waterfalls
The Silver Cascade Falls has located near the Kodaikanal entrance check post and is 9 km from Kodai Lake. The waterfall will make you fall in love at first sight. The waterfall is 180 feet high, which adds extra charm. It is very close to the road. Everyone who goes to Kodaikanal knows this waterfall. Silver Cascade Waterfall is a 2 step layered waterfall. Despite bathe here, you can enjoy the beauty of the waterfall.
8. Vattakanal Waterfalls
From the Kodaikanal Township Reservoir, the water goes via Fairy falls, Liril falls and give a beautiful origin to Vattakanal Waterfalls. The Vattakanal Waterfalls is small in size but surrounded by trees hence no stopping for enjoyment and sightseeing. Also, trekking is available in Dolphin Nose point, which is very near to the Vattakanal Waterfalls. Of Course, one must try the trekking experience who planned to visit the Vattakanal Waterfalls.
9. Bryant Park
Bryant Park is one of the most visited tourist places in Kodaikanal. And it is situated on the eastern side of Kodaikanal Lake. Bryant Park has two historical trees. One is C.N Bodhi Tree and 170+ Years Old Eucalyptus tree. Additionally, Glasshouse adds more enjoyment to the tourists. Explore More about Bryant Park here.
10. Kumbakarai Waterfalls
The only waterfall in Kodaikanal was invented to enjoy bathing and get free massages for tourists. Kumbakarai Waterfalls is 80KM away from Kodaikanal Lake. However, this place is worth visiting as it is situated inside the forest. Falls will be open from 8 AM to 4 PM. For the best experience, try visiting around 1 PM. No Food stalls are near. It is safe for Ladies and family.
11. Rose Garden Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal Rose Garden was built on 12 acres. It is bigger than what you’ve expected. Ultimately, it is bigger than the Ooty Government Rose garden as that is 9 Acres in total. Tamilnadu Government owns Kodaikanal Rose Garden. In 2018, the Mega Kodaikanal Rose Garden was open to the public. With this in mind, we have very few flowers that were groomed currently in 2020. From time to time, it’ll grow up very quickly.
12. Coaker’s Walk – One Of The Awesome Places To Visit In Kodaikanal
Coaker’s walk has the best hillside view. If you don’t want to go to every place in Kodaikanal but need to enjoy all aspects of the places, Coaker’s walk is the right place. It is a good place for photography. Coaker’s walk has the telescope to explore a different angle of the hill station.
13. Kurinji Andavar Murugan Temple
The Kurinji Andavar Temple was inaugurated in 1936. Kurinji is a flower where the temple has a lot of Kurinji flowers🌼. It blossoms once in 12 years. The last time it bloomed was in 2018 at that time, many of the tourists enjoyed the view. The next time Kurinji flowers will bloom in 2030. The Temple will Open from 7 AM to 7 PM.
14. Liril Falls
Liril falls emerged from Kodaikanal Township Reservior near Kodaikanal Solar Observatory and comes through the Fairy waterfalls. It is 2.5KM away from the Kodaikanal Lake🏞️ or bus stand. So, you can book a call taxi, bus or auto-rickshaw to reach the falls. The falls will attract Kids all the time.
15. Chettiar Park
Chettiar Park is 5KM away from Kodaikanal Lake. With the beautiful Kurinji flowers and many trees, the park is well established in Kodaikanal. The park will be open from 9 AM to 5 PM. You can spend up to 3 hours peacefully in Chettiar Park. It is one of the best tourist places to visit in Kodaikanal.
16. Dolmen Circle
Dolmen Circle is 8KM away from Kodaikanal. Locals say there is a prehistoric burial ground for Stone Age and Iron Age peoples. Unlike other tourist places in Kodaikanal, this place is peaceful and less crowded.
Some Frequently Asked Questions
April, May and June is the best time to explore Kodaikanal.
Kodai Lake boating, Guna Caves, Pine Forest, Rose Garden, Silver Cascade Falls, Coaker’s walk and much more.
2 – 3Days if you’re new to Kodaikanal.
Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, Chettiar Park and shopping.
Kodai Lake, Bryant Park, Chettiar Park, Kodai Lake Boating, Pine Forest Ride, Guna Caves sightseeing, Pillar Rocks sightseeing.
Falls, Echo Point, Dolphin Nose, Trekking in Vattakanal and Boating, Cycling, Purchasing Bryant Park in Kodaikanal Lake and Guna Caves, Pillar Rocks, Pine Forest and more places mentioned above.
You can visit all the above-mentioned places. Priority is Kodai Lake, Pine Forest, Pillar Rocks, Coakers Walk, Vattakanal.
Other Minor Places to Visit In Kodaikanal
Bear Shola Waterfalls
Moir Point
Golf Club
Berijam Lake
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