Places To Visit Near Coorg For A South-Indian Holiday

19 kms from city center

Known For : Nisargadhama Dubare Elephant Camp Activities

A sparkling past nestled in its forests and wildlife and an equally vibrant present interacting with the elephants and a number of adventure activities, Dubare is an experience you don't get to witness everyday making it one of the best places to visit near Coorg.

Distance From Coorg: 265.1 km via NH75

Best Time: September to May

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Known For : Abbey Falls Talacauvery Namdroling Monastery

Generally covered as a part of trips to Coorg, Madikeri is a quaint place to visit near Coorg in Karnataka with vast coffee plantations, lush forests and misty hills, all culminating into a breathtaking view.

Distance From Coorg: 17.9 km

Best Time: February to September

78 kms from city center

Known For : Bekal Fort Bekal Beach Kappil Beach

Located on the wide expanse of the Malabar coastline, Bekal is famous for its forts, backwaters, and beaches. A set of 45 caves called the Nityanandashram caves, the aqua park, temples and mosques are its major attractions. Other than this, there are numerous places to visit near Coorg such as the Bekal Fort and Beach, Kappil Beach and Chandragiri Fort.

Distance From Coorg: 113.6 km via  NH275 and Cherkala - Jalsoor Road

Best Time: October to March

60 kms from city center

Known For : Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary Nagarhole National Park Kutta

Nagarhole is a southern storehouse of rich flora and fauna and is host to Nagarhole national park, celebrated as one of the best wildlife parks as well as the Bandipur bird sanctuary. It is the best place to visit near Coorg for wildlife enthusiasts.

Distance From Coorg: 226.0 km via Mysore Road

Best Time: October to May

73 kms from city center

Known For : Payyambalam Beach Muzhappilangad Beach St Angelo Fort

Cradled in the lap of nature, right in the middle of God's own country, Kannur is a place that you will find sprinkled with beauty. Fondly known as Cannanore, this beautiful place to visit near Coorg is bundled with a plethora of sightseeing options like beaches, monuments, ancient temples and mesmerizing picnic spots.

Distance From Coorg: 112.3 km

Best Time: October to March

76 kms from city center

Known For : Hoysala Temples at Mosale Shettihalli Church Gorur Dam

Hassan is located 187kms from Bangalore lying in the Malnad and Maidan districts of Karnataka. The city derives its name from its presiding deity Goddess Hassanamba which in Kannada language mean 'Smiling mother'.

Distance From Coorg: 103.0 km via NH275, SH 91 and Hassan - Periyapatna Road

Best Time: Throughout the year

153 kms from city center

Known For : Nilgiri Mountain Railway Ooty Lake Ooty Rose Garden

The Blue Mountains have always been shrouded in mysticism, and Ooty is no exception to that. For every mountain lover, the very idea of travelling to the city known as the Queen of the Hills holds an allure like no other. Once regarded as the summer headquarters of the East India Company (and for a very good reason), Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam, is a hill station in Tamil Nadu which serves as a very popular place to visit near Coorg for anyone looking for a picturesque place to relax and unwind. Ooty is nestled amidst the Nilgiri hills at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level and enjoys a favourable climate all year round.

Distance From Coorg: 246.8 km

Best Time: Throughout the year

63 kms from city center

Known For : Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary Papanashini

Replete with natural forest and wildlife reserves, Tholpetty is part of the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and covers the Nilgiri forest Reserve. It is famous for its giant squirrels, mouse deer, spotted deer, langurs, tigers, panthers and leopards. History tells that Malabar King Pazhassi Raja fought his battles with the Colonial British in Tholpetty. The Papanashini river flows down through this town and makes it look even more picturesque.

Distance From Coorg: 88.3 km

Best Time: October to March

58 kms from city center

Known For : Ranipuram Malom Wildlife Sanctuary Ananthapura Lake temple

Kasargod is a small town lying on the sea coast displaying a delightful blend of various religions, culture and bounty of nature. Blessed with majestic forts, lofty hills, meandering rivers and golden beaches, the town oozes charm and tranquility from every aspect.

Distance From Coorg: 109.9 km via NH275 and Cherkala - Jalsoor Road

Best Time: September to January

70 kms from city center

Known For : Bahubali Statue Netravathi River Barrage Dharmasthala Temple

A famous pilgrim location for the Shaiva, Vaishnava and Jaina communities, Dharmasthala meaning the Land of Charity is a beautiful blend of heritage, culture and religion.

Distance From Coorg: 125.0 km via NH275

Best Time: October to March

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88 kms from city center

Known For : Banasura Dam Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Edakkal Caves

Replete with enchanting waterfalls, historical caves, comfortable resorts and homestays, this popular town is famous for its spice plantations and wildlife. Walking through the sprawling spice plantations, taking that trek into the pre-historic caves and experiencing a resort holiday is one of the many things you can do to get a taste of Wayanad. A great place to spot wild elephants, cool breeze, beautiful scenery, Wayanad is guaranteed to please your travel senses. Overall, one of the perfect weekend places to visit near Coorg.

Distance From Coorg: 132.0 km

Best Time: Throughout the year

99 kms from city center

Known For : Mysore Palace Somanathapura Temple Brindavan Gardens

Famously known as The City of Palaces, it wouldn’t be wrong to say that Mysore is one of the most flamboyant places to visit near Coorg. It is replete with the history of its dazzling royal heritage, intricate architecture, its famed silk sarees, yoga, and sandalwood, to name just a few. Located in the foothills of the Chamundi Hills, Mysore is the third most populated city in the state of Karnataka, and its rich cultural heritage draws millions of tourists all year round.

Distance From Coorg: 117.8 km via Mangalore - Mysore Highway

Best Time: Throughout the year

95 kms from city center

Known For : Kudremukh Peak Trek Kudremukh National Park Hanuman Gundi Falls

With the promise of a picturesque view of a mountain in the shape of a horse face, Kudremukh is famous for its biodiversity and scenic beauty. With its rolling meadows, grasslands and dense forests, this place is a bio-diversity hotspot. Kudremukh is an enchanting place to visit near Coorg, still retaining much of its natural beauty despite persistent threats from various sources to its ecology.

Distance From Coorg: 194.9 km via NH275

Best Time: October to May

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92 kms from city center

Known For : Belur Hoysaleswara Temple Yagachi Dam

Formerly known as Dwarasamudra, Halebid (or Halebidu) is located in the Hassan district of Karnataka state.  Halebid is a city with a glorious past adorned with a strikingly beautiful collection of temples, shrines and sculptures. It is also known as the Gem of Indian architecture owing to its sterling Hoysala architecture, its magnificent temple complexes and some stunning Jain sites. Once the regal capital of Hoysala empire, the city is in ruins now. But it still attracts tourists in droves, thanks to its rich heritage, striking art and architecture.

Distance From Coorg: 133.1 km via Hassan - Periyapatna Road

Best Time: October to March

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297 kms from city center

Known For : Atukkad Waterfalls Echo Point, Munnar Pothamedu View Point

The idyllic hill station Munnar - famous for its tea estates, exotic lush greenery and craggy peaks, is located in the Western Ghats, in the state of Kerala. It serves as the commercial centre for some of the world’s largest tea estates. In addition, Munnar has many protected areas which are home to endemic and highly endangered species like the Nilgiri Thar and the Neelakurinji.

Distance From Coorg: 448.7 km via Munnar - Udumalpet Road

Best Time: September to May

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