Sim's Park Coonoor
"12-Hectare Terraced Botanical Garden in Coonoor (Est. 1874)"
Essential Visitor Facts
Verified field facts by local Nilgiri resident for 20261.5 – 2 Hours
08:00 AM – 06:00 PM
₹30 per adult, ₹15 per child, ₹50 camera
₹20 two-wheeler, ₹40 car
19 km (45 mins drive)
1 km from Coonoor Town
09:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Moderate
What is Sim's Park Coonoor?
Established in 1874 by Mr. J.D. Sim and Major Murray, Sim's Park is a natural terraced botanical garden situated in a ravine in Coonoor at 1,780 meters altitude. It features over 1,000 plant species including rare trees like the Rudraksha, Paper Beech, and Queensland Karry Pine.
Historical & Cultural Significance
Designed following the natural slope contour of the Coonoor ravine, Sim's Park hosts the famous Annual Fruit and Vegetable Show every summer, celebrating local agricultural produce from the Nilgiri hills.
Location & Coordinates
11.3562°N, 76.7968°ESim's Park Coonoor
Nilgiri Biosphere District, Tamil Nadu, India
What to See & Special Experiences
Rare botanical tree specimens: Rudraksha, Elephant's Foot, Paper Beech
Terraced Japanese garden area with wooden bridges
Small central boating lake with pedal boats
Rose garden section & fern conservatory
How to Reach & Transport Options
Located on Walker's Hill Road in Coonoor, 5 minutes drive from Coonoor Railway Station.
Buses & autos connect directly from Coonoor Bus Stand
Parking Guide & Avoiding Peak Crowds
Paid parking ground available opposite the main gate. Overflow parking along Walker's Hill road.
Visit during 09:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Parking lots fill up quickly after 11:00 AM on weekend dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sim's Park Coonoor
Q. How does Sim's Park compare to Ooty Botanical Garden?
Sim's Park is quieter, less crowded, and built inside a natural ravine with rarer tree species and milder temperatures.