Top Coimbatore Art & Culture

Head deep into the Velliangiri Hills outside of Coimbatore to visit the sacred Dhyanalinga Temple with this private day trip. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and escort you out to this famous non-denominational temple, where you'll have time to wander the grounds or simply sit in quiet meditation.

Experience the treasured textiles and art of Coimbatore on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to Kasthuri Sreenivasan Trust Art Gallery and Textile Museum and marvel at collections that include Egyptian spun-fabric, woven Chinese silk, Leonardo Da Vinci’s spinning wheel, and classical Thanjavur paintings. Enjoy complimentary bottled water and a return transfer to your accommodations.

While you are in Coimbatore, don't miss the chance to visit Gedee Car Museum, which is touted as one of its kind in India with some of the exhibited cars not to be seen anywhere else in the country. Every significant development in the automobile industry along with a lot of wheels from all over the world is on display. It is a tribute to well-known scientist, inventor, educationalist and philanthropist Gopalswamy Doraiswamy Naidu (GD Naidu) (1893–1974), also referred to as the Edison of India.

Marudamalai Subramaniyaswami Temple considered as the Seventh House of Lord Murugan, Pateeswarar Temple is associated with Lord Shiva, he known as ‘Patteeswarar’, he is the presiding deity of this temple together with his consort Parvati, who is known as ‘Pachainayaki’. The deity is believed to be ‘Swayambu Lingam’ (self emerged), Lord Vinayaga symbolises Ohm Pranav manthara is a presiding deity of Eachanari Vinayagar Temple, The Koniyamman temple situated in the heart of the city, is built by a leader of a small cult Known as ‘IRULAS’ Six hundred years ago. The small village was also named as ‘COVANPUTHUR’ after the leader of this group. Whose name was ‘COVAN’ According to the ‘Cholan Poorva Pattayam’ in the Madras oriental Manuscript library.

Subramaniyaswami Temple, Marudamalai is a popular hill temple dedicated to Hindu god Murugan,  considered as the Seventh House of Lord Murugan. Like most Murugan temples, the temple is situated upon a hillock part of the Western Ghats .

Visit the Gedee Car Museum in Coimbatore. The museum has a display of over 70 vintage automobiles that showcase the evolutionary trends of the automobile industry. The museum was founded by G.D. Naidu, an industrialist and philanthropist, who is also referred to as the Edison of India. Great care has been taken in displaying the automobiles so that the visitor gets an idea of the technological innovations that have taken place over the years as well as the people behind them. Highlights • The first automobile of the world, the 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen • The first mass-produced car of the world, the 1908 Ford T • Rolls Royce 20 owned by the Maharaja of Mysore

India is the birthplace of yoga and with this tour, you'll get the chance to learn a bit more about the ancient tradition in an authentic, reverent setting. This trip includes a meditation session in the Dhyanalinga Temple as well as a visit to the Adiyoga Shiva Yoga Statue, a 500-metric-ton statue of the Hindu lord Shiva.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Did you know that Coimbatore is the city which has the queen of hill stations so nearby that one can visit it occasionally, the city which makes you feel at home the moment you enter? From the sweetest natural water of siruvani to the tastiest south indian food, Coimbatore also known as Kovai is simplicity at its best.You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Coimbatore. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Visit Palani Murugan temple on this day-excursion from Coimbatore. Built in the 9th century by the Chera dynasty of South India, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu God, Murugan, one of the two sons of the elephant God Ganesha. The temple is known for its idol of God Murugan that is made from an amalgam of nine poisonous substances. Highlights • South Indian countryside • 9th century Palani Murugan temple • Idol made of nine poisonous substances

• Visit a 150 year old church overlooking the Ooty lake. • Learn about the process that goes into making the famous eucalyptus oil. • Ride through the woods and tea plantations. • Learn about the Todas on a visit to a sacred site. • Marvel at the engineering skills that went into building the Nilgiri Mountain Railway,a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience authentic Ooty on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city. Our walks are blend of historical elucidation and curious anecdote laced with mildly scurrilous talk about past and present celebrities and defunct royals. We will cover some of the city highlights along with hidden places and forgotten nooks of the old city during the walk. Highlights: 1. Explore Ooty beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the stories and tales about the city from your guide 2. See the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Ooty has to offer. 3. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.

Visit the Gedee Car Museum in Coimbatore. The museum has a display of over 70 vintage automobiles that showcase the evolutionary trends of the automobile industry. The museum was founded by G.D. Naidu, an industrialist and philanthropist, who is also referred to as the Edison of India. Great care has been taken in displaying the automobiles so that the visitor gets an idea of the technological innovations that have taken place over the years as well as the people behind them. Highlights • The first automobile of the world, the 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen • The first mass-produced car of the world, the 1908 Ford T • Rolls Royce 20 owned by the Maharaja of Mysore

Expore this magnificent temple's unique architecture. Built somewhere between 1,500 and 2,000 years ago. The greatest attraction of the temple is the ‘Kanaka Saba’ (or) the golden hall which is adorned by gold plated statue of Nataraja bestowing blessings upon the two sages Gowmuni and Pattimuni.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Want to experience a romantic miracle? Did you know that Coimbatore is the city which has the queen of hill stations so nearby that one can visit it occasionally, the city which makes you feel at home the moment you enter? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Discover all the beautiful and famous sites in Coonoor town and around on this fantastic 8-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Highlights: 1. Discover the Coonoor with tea estates, Sim’s Park gardens & Nilgiri Mountain Railway, Droog Fort, Waterfalls and peaks along with many other tourists places. 2. Explore the amidst beautiful Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint, Doddabetta Peak, Lamb's Rock overlooking forests and surrounded by tea & coffee plantations. 3. The scenic beauty of gardens and hills will give nature-lovers a small dose of wilderness needed to refresh their spirit. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.

Experience Ooty's adopted serenity perfectly with marvellous architecture and has a lot of monuments and museums that help us know the city better. We have picked up all the spilled museum across the city together and created a beautiful garland of it in our Museum Tour, an unmatched experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, development and current culture & lifestyle. Highlights: 1. Explore Ooty beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the stories and tales about the different gardens and museums from your guide. 2. See the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Ooty has to offer. 3. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.

This package is specially designed for the travelers who would like to book the city tour with airport transfers, sightseeing and accommodation. This tour include private airport transfer with assistance, 2 Nights hotels accommodation with breakfast, 1 full day guided city tour with monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

On this tour visit  a Natural History museum that is more than a century old. It was established in 1902 by Horace Archibald Gass, the then Conservator of Forests in Coimbatore. Today the museum is a part of the Tamil Nadu Forest Academy and has over 4,000 exhibits that cover various aspects of forestry and range from insects and animals to timber and non-timber items produced from forests. It is housed in a heritage, colonial style building that is over a century old. Highlights • Heritage building of the museum • Stuffed Indian Bison • Cross-section of a 456 year old teak tree

Discover all the beautiful and famous sites of Ooty on this fantastic 8-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Highlights: Discover the marvelous buildings, gardens, lakes and peaks, waterfalls and nature treasure spilled across the city. We have designed this beautiful garland of all the places in our Trails of Ooty Tour, an unmatched nature experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and local trivia. 1. Visit scenic and beautiful hilltop monuments, waterfalls, view points where famous Bollywood movies pictured, lakes, markets and listen to stories of the city's history, culture and life. 2. Explore the famous Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, Mountain Railways, Doddabetta Peak, Pykara waterfalls and many other tourists places. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.

Ooty is tourist paradise and for centuries it is known for its rich and yummy South Indian food culture, we are fortunate today that this rich food culture is preserved in the form of small food joints by some thoughtful people for generations. We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting, so that you can also cherish this food, feast your taste buds and have a fabulous and lasting impression. 1. You will taste more than five mouth watering authentic delicacies on this food tour, if you are a food lover and enjoy experiencing different kind of foods, then you should not miss this walking tour because trust us, you will surely regret it later. 2. We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting. 3. Be prepared to fill your mouth with mouth watering delights and please bring an appetite.

Mahabalipuram is an ancient port town known for its 6th-century rock-cut temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore exquisite stone statues on this exclusive city tour, which gives an in-depth overview of sites like the famous Five Rathas, a set of Dravidian rock temples, and the Sea Shore Temple, an 8th-century granite shrine facing the Bay of Bengal. Round out the day with visits to DakshinaChitra, a “living museum” dedicated to showcasing South Indian culture, and the Madras Crocodile Bank.

Travel by private, climate-controlled vehicle to Mahabalipuram, the seaside Tamil Nadu city famous for its UNESCO-listed rock-cut caves and monuments. See impressive, three-dimensional illustrations of the Mahabharata—India’s national epic—cut from colossal stones, and marvel at the ancient coastal Shore Temple. Tours include complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off in Chennai.

Leave the city behind you and start travelling to visit world famous Arunachala Temple in Thiruvannaamalai is one of the greatest Shiva temples in India. It also widely known because of the Ashram of Sri Ramana Maharshi who lived here and taught the virtues of philosophy only through silence and meditation. After his passing away in 1950, a Samadhi has been erected at this Ashram which is visited by many devotees from India and abroad. The Ashram is situated at the foot of the hills, outside the town.

This temple is in 5th of the six holy abodes (Arupadaiveedu) of Lord Muruga. It represents the site where Subramanya stayed after destroying the demon Surapadman. Tiruthani is said to be the place where the Lord Subramanya married Valli - one of his two consorts.