Kodaikanal, India - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-15

Kodaikanal, often called the 'Princess of Hill Stations,' is a serene mountain resort town in South India, famous for its pristine lakes, impressive waterfalls, and lush green landscapes. It's the perfect place to escape the heat, enjoy nature, and trek through charming, verdant trails.

Top things to do in Kodaikanal

Things to do in Kodaikanal include Kodaikanal Lake, Silver Cascade, Berijam Lake. Here are 14 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Kodaikanal

Here is what 3 days in Kodaikanal look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
4
  1. 1
    Kurinji Andavar TempleHindu temple
    2.7 km
  2. 2
    Bryant ParkKodaikanal
    800 m
  3. 3
    Kodaikanal LakeLake · Kodaikanal
    1 km
  4. 4
    Bear Shola FallsKodaikanal
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Day 2

Stops
7
  1. 1
    Dolphin's NoseVattakanal
    1.2 km
  2. 2
    Green Valley View
    1.2 km
  3. 3
    Pillar RocksKodaikanal
    350 m
  4. 4
    Guna Caves
    550 m
  5. 5
    Pine Forest
    1.1 km
  6. 6
    Moir Point
    6.5 km
  7. 7
    Berijam LakeLake · Kodaikanal
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
2
  1. 1
    Coaker's WalkKodaikanal
    2.2 km
  2. 2
    Silver Cascade Falls
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Kodaikanal?

Kodaikanal Lake, Silver Cascade, Berijam Lake, Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks, Dolphin's Nose and 8 more. Kodaikanal Lake: The heart of the town, perfect for boating, cycling, and leisurely walks around the picturesque scenery.

What can you do in 3 days in Kodaikanal?

Day 1: Kurinji Andavar Temple, Bryant Park, Kodaikanal Lake, Bear Shola Falls. Day 2: Dolphin's Nose, Green Valley View, Pillar Rocks, Guna Caves. Day 3: Coaker's Walk, Silver Cascade Falls.

Which museums are worth visiting in Kodaikanal?

Museums worth visiting in Kodaikanal: Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (Kodaikanal) and Shembaganur Museum of Natural History.

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