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Ooty FAQ

Part of our full Ooty travel guide.

What is Ooty famous for?
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train, tea gardens, the botanical garden and Ooty Lake, and its cool Nilgiri-hills climate.
How do I reach Ooty?
Fly to Coimbatore (~88 km) or take a train to Mettupalayam, then ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway or drive up.
What is the best time to visit Ooty?
Roughly October to June; summer is popular but crowded, while the monsoon brings rain.
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