Situated right at the city centre, the Kodai Lake is one of the most popular attractions of this hill station. Apart from serene beauty, boating and horse riding options are also available near the lake.
Housed in the Sacred Heart College, which is at a distance of 6 km. from the town centre, this museum is quite popular among tourists and botanists alike. You can see many varieties of orchids and other exotic plants here.
Pillar rocks are three towering rocky cliffs that rise up to 400 ft. from ground level, which offer spectacular views of the lake and beyond. It is located about 7km. from the lake.
Solar observatory at Kodaikanal is one of the three solar observatories in the world that are more than 75 years old. Set up at an altitude of 2343 meters, this Solar Observatory stands at the highest point of the town. Book your tickets for the daily shows to take a peek at the magnificent solar system.
This botanical park designed and set up by British officers is on the eastern side of the lake. The annual flower show held in the month of May is the biggest event in this park.
Named after St. Coaker of the Royal Engineers, Coaker Walk is only 1 km. from the Kodai Lake. The walk offers breath-taking views of the hills.
Standing at an altitude of 2440 meters, Perumal Peak is a popular Trekking point in Kodaikanal well known among adventure tourists.