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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsDaytime hours
Entry feeEntry ticket charged
Best time to visitMarch to June (peak bloom) and October to December
From city centreAbout 1–2 km
LocationOoty, Tamil Nadu
Know before you go
About Government Rose Garden
The Government Rose Garden, on the slopes of Elk Hill, is one of the largest rose gardens in India, laid out in terraces with thousands of varieties of roses in bloom across the season. Its colourful displays and hillside views make it a relaxed, photogenic stop in Ooty town.
Getting there
How to Reach Government Rose Garden
A short taxi or auto ride from Ooty town centre, on Elk Hill.
Location
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Nearby Attractions to Combine with Your Visit
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≈ 600 m
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
UNESCO World Heritage rack railway climbing to Ooty through the Nilgiri hills.
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Government Botanical Garden
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Ooty Lake
Artificial lake in the heart of Ooty popular for boating.
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Doddabetta Peak
The highest peak in the Nilgiris, with a telescope house and sweeping views.
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≈ 15 km
Pykara Lake & Falls
Scenic lake and waterfall amid shola forest and grassland, popular for boating.
15 km awayView details →
≈ Straight-line distance from Government Rose Garden. The road route is usually longer.
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