1. Gass Forest Museum, Coimbatore
The Gass Forest Museum offers a unique natural history experience for the local inhabitants and tourists alike in the form of stuffed animals like gaur, leopard, peacock, chinkara, among others. The museum is housed within the campus of the Forest College to ensure that visitors can make excellent use of their time as they move through.
- Location : RS Puram, Coimbatore
- Timings : 09.00 am to 01.00 pm and 02.00 pm to 05.30 pm
- Entry Fee :
Adults – ₹ 10 per person
Children – ₹ 5 per person
2. VOC Park and Zoo, Coimbatore
When one looks up popular tourist destinations in Coimbatore, the VOC Park and Zoo is at the top of the list. It is a nature park that features a zoo with 900 animals. More than 100 mammals, 300 birds, and about 50 reptiles call this place their home and enthrall visitors.
- Location : Gopalapuram, Coimbatore
- Timings :
04.00 am to 07.30 pm; Monday to Saturday
10.00 am to 07.30 pm; Sunday and public holidays - Entry Fee :
Adults – ₹ 3 per person
Children – ₹ 2 per person
3. Ukkadam-Valankulam Lake, Coimbatore
This tranquil lake in Cuddalore offers a great place to spot and photograph birds like purple moorhens, little grebes, etc. For nature enthusiasts or bird watchers seeking new images and for those looking for a picturesque place to view the sunset and sunrise, Ukkadam-Valankulam Lake is a paradise.
- Location : Highways Colony, Ramanathapuram, Coimbatore
- Timings : No specific timings
- Entry Fee : Free Entry
4. TNAU Botanical Gardens, Coimbatore
If you are into nature and exploring the outdoors, TNAU Botanical Garden is a perfect place for you to visit. This beautiful garden is situated in the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) campus, and is full of amazing trees and plants. The annual Covai Flower show that is hosted in this location will keep you impressed.
- Location : Pappanaicken Pudur, Lawley Road, Coimbatore
- Timings : 08.00 am to 11.30 am and 02.00 pm to 04.30 pm
- Entry Fee : ₹ 10 per person
5. GeDee Car Museum, Coimbatore
GD Naidu was a visionary who wanted to be able to show off his collection of cars, so he created a car museum in Coimbatore. You can see German, Japanese, Indian, British, American, and French cars exhibited in conditions so good they must have just been driven off the runway. The museum also has a science museum that highlights G.D. Naidu’s contributions and inventions, which include classic electronic gadgetry from the 1950s to present day.
- Location : Avinashi Road, Coimbatore
- Timings :
09.00 am to 05.00 pm; Tuesday to Saturday
10.00 am to 06.00 pm; Sundays
Closed on Mondays and Public Holidays - Entry Fee :
Adults (individuals, above 13 years) – ₹ 50 per person
Adults (group of 20 or more) – ₹ 40 per person
Children (Individuals) – ₹ 20 per person
Children (group of 20 or more) – ₹ 15 per person
Children below 6 years – Free
6. Perur Pateeswarar Temple, Coimbatore
Perur Pateeswarar Temple is an ancient Hindu temple that traces its origin to the reign of King Karikala Chola. This centuries-old temple boasts of an eye-catching architecture in a Tamil design, and it’s quite popular among visitors. If you’re looking for other places to visit in TN, check out the articles below:
- Location : Perur, Coimbatore
- Timings : 07.30 am to 09.00 pm
- Entry Fee : Free entry
7. Kasthuri Sreenivasan Art Gallery and Textile Museum, Coimbatore
Coimbatore has the name ‘Manchester of South India’ due to its textile industries and cotton production units. At Kasthuri Sreenivasan Art Gallery and Textile Museum, you can see the history of the textile industry in Coimbatore. It will be an interesting journey to discover how people progressed from spinning wheels to new-age sewing machines.
- Location : Avinashi Road, Coimbatore
- Timings : 10.00 am to 06.00 pm
- Entry Fee : ₹ 20 per person
8. Infant Jesus Church, Coimbatore
The church has been in existence for about 30 years and is visited by thousands of people every week who come to admire its large, majestic exterior and beautiful interiors.
- Location : Thirupathi Nagar, Coimbatore
- Timings : 06.30 am to 06.30 pm
- Entry Fee : Free entry
9. Kovai Kondattam, Coimbatore
There are many places around South India worth exploring. If you are an adrenaline junkie, and can’t get enough of amusement parks then Kovai Kondattam is surely a must visit. With astounding rides and slides and a small size, this is simply perfect for those who want to escape from their everyday life for a day or two.
- Location : Kalampalayam, Coimbatore
- Timings : 10:30 am to 06:00 pm; every day
- Entry Fee :
Adults – ₹ 600 per person
Children – ₹ 550 per person
10. Eachanari Vinayagar Temple, Coimbatore
A renowned spiritual site, the 16th century Eachanari Vinayagar Temple attracts thousands of tourists every year and remains a major landmark in the city. Its architectural aura has made it particularly attractive to tourists and devotees alike. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, this temple is a must-visit destination for those visiting the city.
- Location : NH-209 Road, Eachanari, Coimbatore
- Timings : 05.00 am to 09.00 pm
- Entry Fee : Free entry
11. Marudhamalai Temple, Coimbatore
This 12th century hill temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan, hence called the Subramanya Swami Temple. Located amid a lush green environment, Marudhamalai Temple lies in the Western Ghats of the city of Coimbatore. The two springs found on the hillock are believed to be medicinal and can cure many diseases.
- Location : Marudhamalai, Coimbatore
- Timings : 06.00 am to 08:30 pm
- Entry Fee : Free Entry
12. Adiyogi Shiva Statue, Coimbatore
Situated in the Isha Yoga Complex in Coimbatore, Adiyogi has been recognised as the largest bust sculpture in the world by the Guinness World Records. This 112-feet tall steel statue of Lord Shiva is designed by the famous spiritual-cum-yoga guru, Jagadish Vasudev – better known as Sadhguru. The statue stands in a 112 different poses to teach you ways to attain inner well-being and self-transformation.
- Location : Isha Yoga Complex, Booluvampatti, Tamil Nadu
- Timings : 6 am to 8 pm
- Entry Fee : Free
13. Nehru Park, Coimbatore
Nehru Park is located in Coimbatore and it’s known for its well-manicured gardens, jogging track, swings, and meditation and yoga spaces. It’s also one of the most popular landmarks in town since it features a massive statue of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru.
- Location : Trichy Rd, Sungam, Karunanidhi Nagar, Ramanathapuram
- Timings : 6 am to 10 am | 4 pm to 8 pm
- Entry Fee : Free
14. Sree Ayyappan Temple, Coimbatore
The Sree Ayyappa Temple is close to the Coimbatore Railway Station, which makes it a popular destination for visitors in town. The temple bears strong similarities to famous Sabarimala Temple in Kerala – not just their architecture, but also the way they perform their puja. The temple offers a pure delight of architecture and cultural history to its devotees.
- Location : Chinnasamy Naidu Rd, Siddhapudur
- Timings : 5 am to 11 am | 5 pm to 9 pm
- Entry Fee : No entry fee
15. Masani Amman Temple, Coimbatore
A totally unique Amman Temple, Masani Amman Temple is located near a cremation ground. The presiding goddess is positioned in a sleeping position with no parallels anywhere else in India. Masani Amman is believed to have the ability to heal any illness your suffering from, so people come here in droves hoping for relief. Also honored here are Mahamuniappan and Neethi Kal (a stone of justice).
- Location : Annaimalai near Pollachi
- Timings : 6 am to 12 am | 4 pm to 8 pm
- Entry Fee : No entry fee
