15 Hill Stations in Tamil Nadu 2026: Updated With Distance

Best Hill Stations in Tamil Nadu

The hill stations in Tamil Nadu are known for their cool climate and green landscapes, making them ideal destinations for anyone seeking a refreshing break from city life. Ooty, Yercaud, Kotagiri, Coonoor, Kolukkumalai, Yelagiri, Kolli Hills, and Kalvarayan Hills are some of the most popular places you can explore, and they are often included in well-planned Tamil Nadu tour packages. Here, you can experience local tribal culture along with enjoying serene lakes, gushing waterfalls, and hills covered in orange, cardamom, and coffee plantations.

If you want to explore specific attractions, you can visit Ooty for Doddabetta Peak, Ooty Lake, and the Botanical Garden. When in Yercaud, head to Emerald Lake, the gushing Kiliyur Falls, and Tipperary Point. You can set out on the scenic trekking trails of Kotagiri and the Longwood Shola forests, or visit Coonoor to see Dolphin’s Nose and Sims’ Park. You can also witness the world’s highest tea plantations at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate near Munnar, a highlight often featured in curated Tamil Nadu tour packages.

So, get away to one of the best hill stations in Tamil Nadu for a relaxing and unforgettable vacation today.

Perfect Highlights - Hill Stations of Tamil Nadu

Pleasant weather throughout the year with misty mornings and cool evenings
Lush green landscapes covered with tea, coffee, cardamom, and orange plantations
Scenic viewpoints, waterfalls, lakes, and dense forest trails
Rich wildlife and birdwatching opportunities in the Western & Eastern Ghats
Blend of colonial charm, tribal culture, and spiritual sites
Ideal destinations for trekking, camping, nature walks, and adventure activities
Easy access from major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, and Madurai

Top Hill Stations List in Tamil Nadu

Ooty – Colonial charm, toy train, lakes, and botanical gardens
Kodaikanal – Lakes, waterfalls, viewpoints, and kurinji flower blooms
Yercaud – Emerald Lake, coffee plantations, and Eastern Ghats views
Javadi Hills – Forest walks, observatory, and ancient hill routes
Anaimalai Hills – Wildlife sanctuaries, plantations, and waterfall
Kurangani – Forest trekking, camping, and Kolukkumalai views

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Top 15 Hill Stations in Tamil Nadu

01

Ooty

02

Kotagiri

03

Yercaud

04

Kolukkumalai

05

Javadi Hill

06

Kalvarayan Hills

07

Yelagiri

08

Kolli Hills

09

Anaimalai

10

Kodaikanal

11

Kurangani

12

Devala

13

Masinagudi

14

Topslip

15

Meghamalai

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Shore Temple

Dating back to the 8th century AD, Shore Temple is one of the oldest temples which represent the ancient designs, carving art and constructions. It is claimed to be a part of Seven Pagodas by the legends and is one of the finest places to visit in Mahabalipuram. One can also locate the decorative top of the temple covered with sculptures and carvings, which indeed adds somewhat authentic beauty to it. The temple is standing strong with the help of the supporting stone that resists it from erosion. Shore Temple is located at the shore of Bay of Bengal which offers a beautiful view of the never ending ocean. This temple has three shrines where two of them are dedicated to Lord Shiva and the other one is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The place is very clean and its location made it a major attraction among the tourists.Location: Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu 603104.Entry-Fee: INR 340 for foreigners and INR 10 for locals, free for children (below 15 years).Timing: 6 am to 6 pm every day.Best time to visit: The best time to visit this historical temple is from October to March, or in the months of January and February, considering the climatic factor.

More Tamil Nadu Attractions

Mudumalai National Park, ooty Five Faced Hanuman Temple, rameswaram Gandhamadhana Parvatham, rameswaram Kamakshi Amman Temple, kanchipuram Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, vellore Vellore Fort Thirparappu Falls, kanyakumari Thirukadalmallai, mahabalipuram Ekambareswarar Temple, kanchipuram Vivekananda Rock Memorial, kanyakumari District Science Centre, vellore Thiruvalluvar Statue, kanyakumari Kumarakottam Temple, kanchipuram Bhagavathy Amman Temple, kanyakumari Mahabalipuram Light House Sim’S Park, coonoor Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, madurai Vaigai Dam, madurai Droog Fort, coonoor Chitragupta Temple, kanchipuram Kanyakumari Beach Heritage Train, coonoor Palamathi Hills, vellore Sripuram, vellore Kanchi Kudil, kanchipuram Samanar Hills, madurai Cup And Saucer Waterfalls, vellore Nambu Nayaki Amman Temple, rameswaram Marudhamalai Temple, coimbatore Tiger Cave, mahabalipuram Olakaruvi Falls, kanyakumari Tea Estate Garden, valparai Rallia Dam, coonoor Jatayu Tirtham Temple, rameswaram Patteeswarar Temple Perur, coimbatore Dolphin’S Nose, coonoor Kunthu Kal Beach, rameswaram Mathur Aqueduct, kanyakumari Kovai Kondattam Amusement Park, coimbatore Wild Woods Cottages, valparai Voc Park And Zoo, coimbatore Sea World Aquarium, rameswaram St. Mary's Cathedral Church, madurai Sothavilai Beach, kanyakumari Kalam National Memorial, rameswaram Monkey Falls, valparai Nilavoor Lake, yelagiri Santhome Church, chennai Dolphin’S Nose Kodaikanal Iskcon Temple, chennai Silver Cascade Falls, kodaikanal Emerald Lake, ooty Arignar Anna Zoological Park, chennai Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, yelagiri Stone House Ooty Ooty Lake Pillar Rocks, kodaikanal Kumbakkarai Falls, kodaikanal Thalaiyar Falls, kodaikanal Kodaikanal Lake Pykara Lake, ooty Kannamangalam Reserve Forest, vellore Government Museum, chennai Berijam Lake, kodaikanal Vellamalai Tunnel River, valparai Nilgiri Mountain Railway, ooty Deer Park, ooty Kapaleeswarar Temple, chennai Coakers Walk, kodaikanal Queens Land , chennai Marina Beach, chennai Vgp Universal Kingdom, chennai Semmozhi Poonga, chennai Botonical Garden, ooty Mukurthi National Park , ooty Jalagamparai Waterfall , yelagiri Catherine Falls, ooty Dakshinachitra, chennai Rose Garden , ooty Sunset Point, kanyakumari Chembarambakkam Lake, chennai Thunder World Ooty Fundera Park, yelagiri Yelagiri Forest Hill Doddabetta Peak , ooty Perumal Temple, yelagiri Guna Caves, kodaikanal Mgm Dizzee World, chennai Kishkinta Theme Park, chennai Kodaikanal Solar Observatory Guindy National Park, chennai Adiyogi Shiva Statue, coimbatore Birala Waterfalls, valparai Chinna Kallar Falls, valparai Yanaimalai, madurai Lamb's Rock, coonoor Amirthi Zoological Park, vellore

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Praveen kumar Chariot Beach Resort

Excellent

"Awsm experience... I opted for the Corporate package, I enjoyed a lot in that .... food was also delicious..... private beach having good & calm atmosphere... "

+18

25 February 2020

Manikant Kumar Kotagiri Camping & Trekkig

Excellent

We, a group of 5, suddenly planned for Kotagiri trip to chill out from the early Summer like weather in Mysore. Thrillophilia offered us a very reasonable price for the trip. Everything was well communicated from their side right from the booking details to the proper destination details. In Kotagiri, the camp life was love. Food, which is always the backbone of a trip, was at it's best there. A total trekking distance of almost 8-9 Km was very well guided by the vendors. I'll always remember the early morning of the camp, when the temperature at 5 am was around 8°C,and the lush green tea garden was looking more than awesome. A lovely and memorable trip for all of us. Find below the pics taken out by us on this trip. Thanks a lot to Thrillophilia for making out this trip a successful one. They really deserve a perfect 5/5 review from all of us. Did I forget to mention about the Catherine Water Falls and the amazing Bonfire???

+9

Manish Manish Adventure Camp Experience in Kotagiri

Excellent

Wonderful experience, camping, trekking, food ...everything worth it...friendly staff and very cooperative..recommended.

+5

Rajkumar Rajkumar Jade Resort Chennai

Excellent

"Had a wonderful Christmas at the country club. The Food was really good. Everything about the buffet was very well organized. Had good fun.. Highly recommend for day outs. "

+4

15 October 2019

Mighara Hulangamuwa Adventure Camping in Ooty

Excellent

It was a truly amazing experience for me and my friend. We reached the place before the check in time but still without a hesitation the staff managed to accommodate us in our tent leaving us enough time to explore the beautiful surrounding and embark on our own adventure. The surrounding area was not even close to what we expected.. the beauty and the calming sound of nature itself is enough to make you forget all your troubles and the busy life. We were visiting ooty for the first time and we came across this out of nowhere and booked it right away and when we reached the place the next day we realized it was more than what we had expected for such a cheap price. The tents are comfortable and the staff is really kind and helpful which is a major plus point. This is a must try for all kinds of thrill seekers, adventure hunters, friends, family or simply anyone who is looking to get away from the busy life And escape into serenity.

+3

18 January 2021

Rajkumar Gnanasekaran Jade Resort Chennai

Superb

Overall experience was good. Few improvements can be made. Q 1. Swimming pool was under maintenance. 2. Food quality can be improved. Dishes and varieties are ok. 3. Cricket net can be given. Since it is open and marshy land nearby we loose the balls quiet often.

30 October 2020

Nidhee Desai Ooty and Coonor Sightseeing Tour

Excellent

We literally had the best time ever! This was our last trip before the world went into lockdown and we are so grateful & thankful to Thrillophilia and most importantly our cab uncle who went out of the way to show us the beauty of Coonor & Ooty! He was so welcoming towards our requests and very considerate. Thankyou Thrillophilia for giving us the best memories.

Bhaumik Pandey Ooty Kodaikanal Tour Package From Bangalore

Excellent

I booked this tour and it was amazing and all the places mentioned were covered. Everything was excellent including the staff and the people managing the trip. Thanks and cheers.

Girika Shah Tamilnadu Tour Package From Bangalore

Excellent

After going through many providers I found Thrillophilia which comes to be best trip organizers who made my vacation a wonderful one whoever planning to visit Tamil Nadu can choose them blindfolded wonderful and caring service