10 Best Things To Do In Tirupur, India

1. Grass Hill

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If you’re looking for a great outdoor adventure in the Tirupur district, one of the best places to go is Grass Hill. Not only is this place a popular trekking spot, but it is also an attraction that features boating facilities for everyone in the family to enjoy. Spreading over 65,000 hectares (160,618 acres), the park is a protected area that’s part of Anamalai Tiger Reserve where you can spot wildlife. Grass Hill is notable for its shola grassland ecosystem.

Grass Hill

Address: Tirupur, India

2. Harsha Garden

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If you need a quiet afternoon to yourself and stretch your legs while out and about, Harsha Garden is a great destination. This picturesque garden in Tirupur is a go-to not only for visitors but also for locals who like to unwind. You will find a lot of people snapping photos of the giant monument; feel free to take a few selfies too! The garden is best visited during mid-morning when the mountains in the background are clearly visible.

Harsha Gardens

Address: K, Chettipalayam, Tamil Nadu, India

3. FUN TOWN Tirupur Theme Park

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In need of some family fun to make your Tirupur trip extra special? Fun Town Tirupur Theme Park is one of the best places to go! It’s a unique entertainment center that features various games, party halls, and a snack bar. The little ones can enjoy themselves at the Highway Rookie racetrack. For more experienced kiddos, let the Fly High attraction bring your the skies at every jump! An attraction that can be enjoyed by all ages is Dash Cars. For cricket lovers out there, check out Just Bat too!

FUN TOWN Tirupur Theme Park

Address: NO.79, Anna Nagar Rd, Kumaran Colony, Valipalayam, Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu 641602, India

Website: FUN TOWN Tirupur Theme Park

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)

4. Bouncy House

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Keep your little ones entertained and take them to a day of fun and joy at Bouncy House. This indoor playground in Tirupur is comfortable, fully air-conditioned, and is suitable for children up to 12 years old. This kids’ attraction features various bouncy house courses, a pool of colorful balls, and playhouses. Of course, this place also offers a snack bar with a wide selection of tea and handheld eats like burgers and sandwiches. It’s a great place for the adults to unwind for a bit while the kids come out and play!

Bouncy House

Address: 327, Kumaran Rd, Kannipiran Colony, Valipalayam, Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu 641601, India

Website: Bouncy House

Opening hours: Thu - Tue: 4pm - 9pm (closed on Wed)

5. Sivan Cinemas

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Tirupur’s best spot for movie buffs is Sivan Cinemas. This contemporary theater resembles a lavish nightclub with its neon and dim lighting and plush seats. The movie theater features some of the most popular international and local movies, especially new releases. Don’t forget to complete the movie theater experience with a bag of popcorn and other delicious snacks paired with soda too. Catching a movie here is the perfect activity before going out to dinner with your family.

Sivan Cinemas

Address: 7/2, 3rd St, Postal Colony, Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu 641603, India

Website: Sivan Cinemas

6. Thirumoorthy Dam & Temple

This Tirupur tourist place is an all-in-one package with something for the entire family. Located on the Thirumoorthy hills, the Thirumoorthy Temple, Thirumoorthy Dam and Panchalingam waterfall are Tirupur’s most famous sightseeing locations. So, embrace the scenic beauty of the hills serving as the ideal backdrop to the temple. The name Thirumoorthy signifies the three Hindu deities namely, Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma. Right outside the temple is a huge rock which is believed to have rolled down during a flood and has a sculpture of a Jain priest carved upside down.

At just a short walk of about 1.2 miles (2 km) you will reach the Dam where you can spend some time boating. While you are at it, trek 1.8 miles (3 km) uphill to see the exotic Panchalingam falls. This unique place also has a soothing climate around the year, so it is a prominent movie shooting destination. You might get lucky and see some South Indian movie or TV series being shot when you are visiting.

If you would like to reconnect with your soul and are searching for some inner peace, then you must visit The Universal Peace Foundation located on the hill, run under the guidance of an enlightened Yogic Guru, “Guru Mahan Paranjothiar”. They practice Kundalini yoga here, on this hill.

There are many monkeys here, so please beware and do not give them anything to eat. If you are petrified of monkeys roaming free, then it is advisable to take a local guide who can help keep the monkeys away.

Thirumoorthy Dam & Temple

Address: Palani-Coimbatore Highway | Near Thirumoorthy Hill, Tirupur, India

Price: Everything is free, but boating is a nominal price.

Opening Hours: 9am - 6pm.

Duration: around 3 hours required.

Access: About 1.5 hrs drive from Tirupur, it is preferred to hire a cab or private taxi.

Near by Food: Please carry packed lunch and drinks.

7. Sugriveswar Temple

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Maintained by the Architectural Society of India (ASI), this ancient temple is believed to have been built between the 10th-12th century on the banks of the Noyyal River. Also known as the Sukreeswarar Temple, it is situated at Sarkar Periyapalayam on the outskirts of Tiruppur city and remains an unexplored heritage destination, luring few tourists.

It consists of two towers - Vimanam for Lord Shiva and Amman. The Amman temple boasts neatly carved stone architecture from the Pandya dynasty while the Vimanam Shiva temple reflects the architectural style of the Chola Dynasty. This temple is renowned for having two Nandi statues in front of the Shiva Temple, five Lingas outside the temple, one of which is invisible and the main gate opens in the south direction instead of the east.

Sugriveswar Temple

Address: Arulmigu Sugriveswara Temple, Sarkar Periyapalayam, Uthukuli, Tirupur

Price: Entry Free

Duration: around 30 minutes required.

Near by Food: Some restaurants are on the route from Tirupur to here

8. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary

This wildlife sanctuary, also known as the Annamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, is one of India’s unexplored terrains. This place to visit near Tirupur is a vast expanse, encompassing different ranges, including grasslands, plateaus, deep valleys, farms, waterfalls, national parks, teak forests and water reservoirs. It also contains several endangered species and has various peaks over 6,500 feet (1981 meters). The flora and fauna of this place will leave you wanting to capture it all, even if time doesn’t permit.

The threatened species that can be spotted in the sanctuary include Bengal tiger, Asian elephants, Asiatic wild dogs, Lion-tailed macaques, Indian giant squirrels, Indian pangolins and Nilgiri Langurs. Here, you can come across 20 species of mammals, 250 species of birds, 315 species of exotic butterflies and over 18 species of reptiles. There are over 2000 species of plants, of which about 400 are medicinal. There is also an elephant training center inside the sanctuary that can be visited on a guided vehicle tour.

You can explore the different areas of the sanctuary in a jeep safari and enjoy some sections riding on an elephant. Indira Gandhi National Park also offers various treks amidst nature, accompanied by guides.

Don’t forget to carry your camera to capture the beautiful hills, mesmerizing waterfalls and different flora and fauna when you visit. The best time to visit is from September to March.

Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary

Address: Tamil Nadu 642101

Price: Nominal entry ticket starting at INR 15 (USD 0.23) per person for adults. It is free for kids below five years. The charges for guides, camera and jeep are additional.

Opening Hours: 6am - 6pm. Closed on national holidays.

Duration: around 3 hours required.

Access: It is a 3.5 hrs drive via Pollachi towards Coimbatore. It is advisable to hire a cab for the journey.

Nearby Food: Good food available in the outskirts. But, not much to eat inside except for the lodge on Top Slip.

9. Amaravathi Crocodile Farm & Dam

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2/2 Amaravathi Dam

Amaravathi Crocodile Farm has the largest wild breeding crocodile population in captivity, in South India. It is located 55 miles (90 km) from Tirupur via Palladam and Udumalpet. At a distance of about 0.6 miles (1 km) is the Amaravathi Water Reservoir and Dam, which is also a popular picnic destination. This Dam creates a sustainable habitat for the Mugger crocodiles as three rivers, namely Chinnar, Thennar and Pambar drain into it. The crocodile farm houses around 98 crocodiles and is maintained by the Forest Department officials.

Amaravathi Crocodile Farm & Dam

Address: Amaravathi, Tirupur, India

Price: from 0.50 INR (~ less than 0.015 USD) per adult person for the farm.

Opening Hours: 9am - 6pm. Closed on public holidays.

Duration: around 3 hours required.

Access: Approximately 55 miles (90 km) from Tiruppur By road – via Palladam, Udumalpet, Amaravathy Nagar

10. Avinashi Temple

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Locals also call this temple Karunaiyaaththaal Temple, Avinasilingeswarar Temple and Avainasiappar Temple. This temple is dedicated to the Hindu god, Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Reflecting architecture reminiscent of ancient India this temple was built in the Chola dynasty.

This tourist place in Tirupur celebrates four annual festivals on a grand scale. The Brahmotsavam festival, celebrated between the months of February to March, is the most prominent festival.

Avinashi Temple

Address: Avinashi Town, Tirupur, Tamil Nadu

Price: Free

Opening Hours: Always open. Six daily rituals from 6am to 8:30pm.

Duration: around 30 minutes required.

Access: It is 8.6 miles (14 kms) from Tirupur city and can be reached by hiring a cab.

Near by Food: Decent restaurants available in its vicinity

Have more time to spare?

The city has a lot to offer in terms of shopping. Since it is a textile city which exports clothes worldwide, the shops here offer good quality knitted garments at attractive wholesale prices. If you have more time to spare, go walk around the town and shop!

Tirupur, also known as Tiruppur, is just 26 miles (42 km) away from the nearest International Airport, in Coimbatore. It also has a railway station so is well connected by rail and road to various cities in South India. The weather is pleasant around the year, so it is a favorable destination for your next unplanned weekend getaway.

Go ahead and travel to this unexplored Indian city!