Places to Visit in Munnar in 3 Days


Munnar feels unique as soon as you arrive. The air is cooler, the pace is slower, and everywhere you look, there’s a slope covered in tea. If you have three days here, you don’t need a rigid schedule – you just need to know which spots are worth your time and which luxury resorts in Munnar can turn the trip into a proper break.


A quick look at Munnar


Set high in Kerala’s Western Ghats, Munnar is surrounded by:
 
  • Long stretches of tea plantations.
  • Valleys are filled with mist in the mornings.
  • Hidden forests, dams, and waterfalls lie among the hills.
  • The town is small, and attractions are nearby; three days are enough to see the highlights and enjoy the resort.

Major Viewpoints and Tea Landscapes


If you want the classic “Munnar view”, these spots deliver it:
 
  • Top Station: From a high point, the Kerala-Tamil Nadu hills, valleys, tea slopes and cliffs create one of Munnar’s most dramatic views.
  • Pothamedu Viewpoint: Very close to town, but the view stretches far – tea gardens dropping down into deep valleys, with clouds drifting between the ridges. It’s simple but has that “this is why people love Munnar” feel.
  • Photo Point: A short roadside halt where neatly trimmed tea bushes, trees and a gentle curve in the road create a natural photo frame. It’s quick, easy and looks good in pictures.

These three alone give you a strong visual impression of what the region looks like.


 

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Lakes, Dams and Quiet Water Views


Munnar’s dams and reservoirs add water to all that green:
 
  • Mattupetty Dam: A large dam and reservoir with hills on all sides. There’s usually some boating and a bit of a picnic atmosphere. It’s busy, but it’s one of those “everyone goes at least once” places.
  • Kundala Lake: Smaller and calmer than Mattupetty. Trees and hills border the lake, creating a calm, unhurried atmosphere. You can sit by the water without a sound – this moment is yours.
  • Echo Point: A bend in the lake and surrounding slopes creates a natural echo. It’s an easy spot to enjoy, and both children and adults often end up testing the echo across the water.

One or two of these experiences can easily be combined in the same trip.
 

Tea, Parks and the Town side


Some stops help you see beyond just the postcard views:
 
  • Tea Museum:A small museum that walks you through how tea is grown, processed and packed in this region. It makes the endless tea gardens around you feel less abstract and more real.
  • Blossom / Hydel Park: Filled with trees, pathways, and open lawns, it isn’t a “wow” spot – but it’s a pleasant, decent place, especially when travelling with family or taking a slow stroll.
  • Old church and nearby streets:The old church and the short stretch of central town around it give a quick glimpse of Munnar’s older buildings and daily life.

These are low-effort places to fill gaps between longer drives.

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Waterfalls and Scenic Routes


Munnar’s hills hide several waterfalls that are worth weaving into your drives:
 
  • Attukad Waterfalls: A pretty fall is not too far from town, with hills and greenery around it. The flow is stronger in and after the monsoon, and the approach road itself offers nice views.
  • Chinnakanal Waterfalls: Often visited as part of a drive through the Chinnakanal side, where you get long runs of tea estates, small settlements and valley views between stops.
  • Lakkom Waterfalls: Further out, towards the Marayoor side. It’s a better pick if you don’t mind extra driving and prefer places with slightly fewer crowds.

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Even picking just one or two falls will give you a different texture from the usual viewpoint‑and‑lake circuit.

Nature and Wildlife Highlights


For a more “wild” slice of Munnar, these are the key names:
 
  • Eravikulam National Park (Rajamalai): Famous for the Nilgiri tahr and wide grasslands. The park bus and designated walking path open up broad views of ridges and valleys, and the landscape feels quite different from the tea slopes.
  • Views of Anamudi: Anamudi, South India’s highest peak, looms dramatically along Eravikulam Road.

These spots are perfect for viewing the hills in their natural state.
 

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5-Star Resorts in Munnar and Luxury Stays


Now to the part that can completely change how your trip feels: where you stay. A good 5-star resort in Munnar turns the trip from “we saw some places” into “we actually rested.”

Things to focus on when comparing luxury resorts in Munnar:
 
  • Location and view: Many top resorts sit on hilltops amid tea gardens and gullies. Offering memorable views from your window or balcony.
  • Room layout and features: Balconies, private terraces, large windows, cosy seating, sometimes even fireplaces – these details decide how happy you are to just sit in your room and do nothing for a while.
  • On‑site spaces and facilities: Pools, small gyms, spas, lawns, yoga decks, bonfire corners and short in‑house walking routes all help you enjoy the property itself, not just the bed.
  • Food and service: A reliable breakfast, solid South Indian options, and friendly, responsive staff are often more important than an overcomplicated menu you never order from.

Fragrant Nature Munnar is one property that fits well into the “view-first, comfort-first” category:
 
  • The Pothamedu resort offers panoramic views.
  • Choose standard or terrace rooms, plus a pool, spa, and relaxing spaces.
  • As part of the Fragrant Nature group, the Munnar hotel aims for warm, Kerala‑style hospitality rather than a generic “could be anywhere” feel.

When booking a 5-star resort in Munnar, ask:
 
  • Quick town access or a quieter stay farther out?
  • Are you ok with steep hill roads if they lead to better views?
  • Will I mostly be out sightseeing, or do I want a stay where half a day indoors still feels like part of the holiday?

Your answers will quickly narrow down what “luxury” means for you on this trip.


Pulling your Munnar Plan Together


You don’t need a complicated schedule to enjoy three days in Munnar. A mix of viewpoints, one or two lakes, a couple of waterfalls, a tea‑related stop and maybe a national park visit is enough to give you a full picture of the place. If you wrap that around a stay at one of the better luxury resorts in Munnar – for example, Fragrant Nature Munnar in Pothamedu – the time in between those visits feels just as rewarding as the spots themselves.

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Once you’ve picked your favourite places from this list and chosen your resort, all that’s left is to fix your dates and show up. The hills, the cool air and the tea gardens will take it from there.

Experience Munnar—book Fragrant Nature Munnar for great views, comfort, and Kerala-style hospitality.

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