Madikeri Travel Essentials

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"Coorg’s misty hill town of coffee and waterfalls"

Madikeri Tourism

Generally covered as a part of trips to Coorg, Madikeri is a hill town in Karnataka with vast coffee plantations, lush forests and misty hills, all culminating into a breathtaking view. Located in Kodagu District around 6 hours from Bengaluru, Madikeri is a perfect weekend getaway. There is no pollution, no noise to hurt your ears and the cool breeze that accompanies you throughout makes your trip memorable.

The most famous place of Madikeri is Raja's Seat- a famous viewpoint from where you can grab all the striking beauty of Madikeri at one go. Madikeri fort and various water cascades are among the other must-visits of the place. Spend a couple of days in the beautiful homestays and Airbnb for a rejuvenating experience. 

Madikeri, apart from being a refreshing summer retreat, is also famous for its coffee plantations, which are one of its kind in India. No wonder why Madikeri is also famous as 'Karnataka's Coffee Capital.' Renowned for its coffee plantations, this is one of the best places for coffee lovers. To get the real feel you can stay at one of the homestays situated on the coffee estates. You can also take Plantation Tours and help out in berry picking on the fields.

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Restaurants and Local Food in Madikeri

Local cuisine consists of non vegetarian delicacies, accompanied by fragrant rice known as Sannakki almost define the cuisine of the area. At the same time, an equally flattering variety is available for vegetarians as well as typical Indian food.
Pork is a true delicacy in the area and multiple preparations and versions of the same can be enjoyed. One can also try Aaki Oti (a chapatti made of rice), Kadambatru (rice balls), Nool Puttu (a type of Rice Noodles) and Baimbake curry.
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Suggested Itinerary for Madikeri

Day 1 - Reach Madikeri, preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll on the city side, particularly the main market area, where you can buy some curios and souvenirs, especially the local spices and coffee for yourself and your family.
Day 2 - The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the glorious Madikeri Fort. Thereon, you can seek blessings from the holy Omakareshwar Temple. By the time you come out of Madikeri, you'll be enchanted and mesmerised, without a second thought.

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How to Reach Madikeri

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The nearest airport is at Mangalore(136km). Madikeri does not have its own railway station and the nearest are at Hassan, kasaragod, Cannanore and Tellicherry, each of them around 115 km away. Madikeri is well connected by road as it lies on the State Highway itself and can be easily accessed by road.

How to reach Madikeri by flight

There is no direct flight connectivity to Madikeri. The nearest airport is in Mysuru. You can take a taxi once you touch down at Mysuru Airport.

How to reach Madikeri by road

Regular bus services ply to and fro Madikeri. Buses, in a range from affordable to slightly expensive rates, are available from places like Bengaluru, Udupi, Mysuru, as the list goes on. You can also take a shared taxi or cab for the same route.

How to reach Madikeri by train

Madikeri has no direct connectivity in railways. The nearest railway station is in Subrahmanya Road, from where you can take a taxi once you step down to the city of Madikeri, 86 km away.

Local transport in Madikeri

Local buses are not available and the best way to get around is by hiring a taxi.

Most frequently searched routes to Madikeri

Route Name Distance Time
Bangalore to Madikeri 264 km 4 hours 59 mins
Chennai to Madikeri 587 km 10 hours 7 mins
Mumbai to Madikeri 1,026 km 16 hours 52 mins
Hyderabad to Madikeri 820 km 12 hours 27 mins
Goa to Madikeri 488 km 10 hours 4 mins
Pune to Madikeri 883 km 14 hours 52 mins

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What are the top hotels in Madikeri?

There are 386 in Madikeri which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Madikeri are Coorgee Family Homestay, BB Estate Homestay - A Wandertrails Showcase, Agasthya Homestay - With Kitchenette, Shree Vigneshwara Silent Homestay, OYO 17311 Alaka Rester Home Stay, Nova Woods Coorg. You can see all the hotels in Madikeri here

What are the places near Madikeri?

The top places near to Madikeri are Coorg which is 0 km from Madikeri, Ooty which is located 153 km from Madikeri, Dubare which is located 19 km from Madikeri, Wayanad which is located 88 km from Madikeri, Nagarhole which is located 60 km from Madikeri

What are the things to do in Madikeri?

The top things to do in Madikeri are Abbey Falls, Talacauvery, Namdroling Monastery, Raja's Seat, Trekking in Madikeri, Gaddige Raja's Tomb. You can see all the places to visit in Madikeri here

What is the best way to reach Madikeri?

The nearest airport is at Mangalore(136km). Madikeri does not have its own railway station and the nearest are at Hassan, kasaragod, Cannanore and Tellicherry, each of them around 115 km away. Madikeri is well connected by road as it lies on the State Highway itself and can be easily accessed by road.
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What is the local food in Madikeri?

Local cuisine consists of non vegetarian delicacies, accompanied by fragrant rice known as Sannakki almost define the cuisine of the area. At the same time, an equally flattering variety is available for vegetarians as well as typical Indian food.
Pork is a true delicacy in the area and multiple preparations and versions of the same can be enjoyed. One can also try Aaki Oti (a chapatti made of rice), Kadambatru (rice balls), Nool Puttu (a type of Rice Noodles) and Baimbake curry.
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What is the best time to visit Madikeri?

July to September and November to April is the best time to visit Madikeri. Although a hill station, Madikeri experiences quite hot summers. The winters and monsoons are equally inviting. The scenic landscapes, coffee plantations and the unique ancient architecture from the age of Tipu Sultan are what Madikeri has in store for anyone who visits. Being a hill station with moderate weather throughout the year, many prefer to visit Madikeri during the winters and Monsoons.
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Who should visit Madikeri?

Ideal for both agriculturists and fearless trekkers. Also suitable for people looking for a weekend getaway from nearby places like Belgaum, Bengaluru, Mysuru etc.
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