Kodaikanal · Sightseeing
Telescope House, Kodaikanal is a visitor attraction in Kodaikanal. It is open 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Entry costs Rs.30/- for Indian nationals. Most visitors need about 20 to 45 mins. The best time to visit is April – June and September – October.
The telescope points at the top of Coaker’s Walk let you pick out the plains, distant temples and, on a clear day, the outline of Madurai far below. A quick, inexpensive stop that adds a lot to the walk itself.
Tip: Only worth it on a clear morning — in mist you will see nothing.
| Timings | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Time required | 20 to 45 mins |
| Best time to visit | April – June and September – October |
| Location | Coaker's Walk, Near Van Allen Hospital, Kodaikanal Town Center, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu, 624101 |
| How to reach | At the top of Coaker's Walk |
| Contact number | +91 4542 240245 |
| Indian Nationals | ₹30 |
|---|---|
| Children (up to 12 years) | ₹15 |
| Still Camera | ₹30 |
Timings and ticket prices can change — please confirm before your visit.
Telescope House is generally open 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Timings can change on public holidays, so please reconfirm before your visit.
The entry fee for Telescope House is around ₹30 for Indian nationals. Camera and other charges may apply separately.
The best time to visit Telescope House is April – June and September – October.
You would typically need about 20 to 45 mins to explore Telescope House comfortably.
At the top of Coaker's Walk. It is one of the most-visited places in Kodaikanal.
Yes. Telescope House is a popular stop on our Kodaikanal tour packages — we can add it to a custom itinerary with hotel, cab and sightseeing all arranged for your dates and budget.
Do it as a guided tour — hotels, cabs and sightseeing all sorted, customised to your dates.
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