Nightlife in Ooty

Nightlife in Ooty offers some very exciting adventurous options. Some of the places to visit in Ooty at night are:

1. Sunset valley & Emerald Lake –

One of the Things to do in Ooty at night is to go for an adventurous night safari ride to Sunset Valley, an avalanche. Visitors can experience real chillness of Ooty while traveling across the beautiful valleys in a Jeep while traveling along the rugged and bumped terrains.

They enjoy the thrill of the wild nature and are often able to spot wild animals such as Bison on the journey. On reaching Sunset Valley, visitors get enthralled at the view of the Emerald Lake.

2. Glenmorgan Camping and trekking -

Glenmorgan is the oldest tea estate in Ooty and is known for trekking and camping.The place is at a distance of 25 kms from Ooty. Plan to go at night and Trek up the hills. Set up a tent and wait till morning. Catch the first sunlight behind the waterfalls. Do local sightseeing and explore the tea gardens around before returning the next day. The best schedule is to start in the evening and return the next day after sightseeing.

3. Avalanche lake Camp -

The Camping at Avalanche lake site in Upper Thalayathimund on a hilltop, is one of the Places to visit in Ooty at night for a thrilling experience. The site is close to Emerald Dam, the gateway to the hills. The site offers awesome tent accommodation with campfire and candlelight dinner.

4. Wax World Museum –

The Wax World Museum is located inside a 130 years old Colonial Mansion near Ooty lake. This is open up to 8 pm in the night and has several wax statues of personalities from Indian history which attracts children as well as adults.

Nightlife in Ooty is famous for its exotic bars to unwind at the end of the day:

1. The Valley Bar –

This bar is located in Sheddon Road and has a relaxed charming ambiance with signature cocktails and snacks. The bar is open from 11 am to 11 pm. The average cost of a meal for two would be Rs.1200 in this bar.

2. Taj Savoy Hotel –

It is a colonial bar with old-world charm to enjoy drinks and finger foods. It is located in Sylks Road. The bar is open from 11 am to 10 pm with a lunch break from 3 pm to 6 pm. The average cost of food and drink is Rs.1000 per couple.

3. Alto Espirito Bar –

This Spanish bar, located inside Sinclairs Hotel at Gorishola Road, is famous for Spanish snacks and Tapas. Visitors should follow the dress code and avoid wearing loose dresses and slippers. The bar opens at 11 am and remains open till 10:30 pm. The average cost for two would be Rs.1500 in this place.

4. Four Quarters Lounge Bar –

This bar is famous for their cocktails such as Margaritas, Long Island Iced tea, and cosmopolitan drinks, etc. The bar timings are from 11 am to 11 pm. The average cost for Two comes to around Rs.2000.

5. Canterbury Bar -

This place is famous for its amazing cocktails and cozy ambiance created by wooden furnishing and warm lights. Located at Sylks Road, the place is known for its romantic setting and remains open from 11 am to 11 pm. The average cost of a meal is Rs.1000 for a couple.

6. Selbournes Bar -

One of the Things to do in Ooty at night is to go to Selbournes Bar at Selbounes Road. The place is very entertaining specially for groups of tourists. The place has signature cocktails, drinks and concoctions to choose from. The place also serves European and Indian dishes. The bar cum restaurant remains open from 11 am to 11 pm and costs an average Rs.400 for two people.

Nightlife in Ooty offers a wide range of food joints, coffee shops, and dining places.

1. Willy's Coffee Pub –

This place located at Walsham Road is for must-visit for coffee lovers. The place is always crowded not only for coffee but also for snacks and other non-alcoholic beverages. The Pub has a library with a good collection of books especially on travel and Ooty's history and culture. An average meal cost for 2 is Rs.250 in this pub.

2. Hotel Pankaj Bhosanayalaya -

Located at Bharathiar building, the place is the most popular restaurant in the city for local vegetarian cuisine and stays open from morning to night. An average meal for two costs Rs.300.

3. Taj Savoy - It at Sylks Road is a vegetarian restaurant offering Indian and Asian cuisines.

4. Ascot Multi-Cuisine Restaurant -

This restaurant offers buffets as well as a la carte vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The speciality of this place is Hyderabad Biryani. Cliff Top International Cuisine inside Hotel Welbeck Residency is known for its classic interiors. The restaurant has a wide range of North India, Chinese as well as European vintage dishes.

5. Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant -

At Gem Park is mainly for Chinese food lovers. The place also offers Cantonese and Asian dishes. The restaurant has an outside pagoda with stunning views of Ooty.

Nightlife in Ooty is never completed without a visit to the night markets. Ooty has several night markets -

1. Ooty Main Bazar -

The Ooty Main Bazar, also known as central Bazar, located in the main city, is a good place both for shopping and also chilling after a hectic day schedule. This place should be specially included in the Places to visit in Ooty at night.

2. Tibetan Market -

The Tibetan Bazar is located in the Vannarapettai area of the main city. The market is open throughout the days but becomes alive at night. It is a great experience to scroll through the Tibetan Market at night. There is a wide choice of Tibetan wooden wares and handicrafts to be taken as souvenirs or for personal use.

3. Commercial Road -

This road has shops on both side of the road selling jewelry, antiques, handicrafts, chocolates, woolen clothings etc.

4. Charing Cross -

This market has all the branded shops as well as local shops. The local shops sell cakes, toys, gifts, home-made chocolates and woolens.

Ooty is a safe place to move around in the night along with family.

1. Sunset valley - A Jeep ride to Sunset valley with family in the wild terrains and spotting wildlife in the darkness of night will be a memorable experience. The night opens up different scenery in darkness and lights in between.

2. Camping at Ooty campsite - A Campfire at night at the camping site is sure to liven up elders as well as youngsters in the family. Just sitting together in the chill weather, watching the fire crackle in the campfire, and enjoying barbecue foods can be enjoyable.

3. Main Bazar and Tibetian market - Shopping at the Ooty Main Bazar and Tibetan market for varieties of chocolates, handicrafts, woolens, wood carvings, and Tibetan handicrafts is one of the Places to visit in Ooty at night for every family. The Tibetan market offers lots of mouth watering Tibetan delights which are ideal for an evening snack.

4. Dinner at Restaurants - There are ample options for outdoor dinners at various restaurants and food joints in the markets. The choice of venue and types of food are almost endless to choose from. Some of the best restaurants are - Shinkow’s, Nahar’s Sidewalk Cafe, Hotel Shri Velmurugan, Earl’s Secret and Curry and Rice.

For the visitors who want to enjoy Nightlife in Ooty, there are several transportation options available. Visitors may avail Local bus services till 9 pm. Local Taxis, tuk-tuks, and auto-rickshaws are available for commuting between 4 am to 12 midnight. There are special night packages which offer a ride in a jeep. Visitors can also opt for Private taxis, which are available at any time during the day.