Places to Visit in Coimbatore

Top attractions and must-see spots in Coimbatore

  • Must Visit

    Adiyogi Shiva Statue

    The world's largest bust statue at 112 feet, a striking black steel sculpture of Lord Shiva at the Isha Yoga Centre at the foot of the Velliangiri Hills.

  • Must Visit

    Anamalai Tiger Reserve

    A vast tiger reserve in the Anaimalai Hills south of Coimbatore covering over 900 sq km with elephants, tigers, leopards, and the scenic Valparai plateau.

  • Must Visit

    Marudhamalai Murugan Temple

    A celebrated hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Murugan perched at 500 feet on the Western Ghats, 15 km from Coimbatore with sweeping views of the city.

  • Must Visit

    Perur Pateeswarar Temple

    An ancient 7th-century Shiva temple 9 km from Coimbatore, one of the finest examples of Dravidian architecture in the region with intricate carvings and towering gopurams.

  • Must Visit

    Siruvani Waterfalls

    A picturesque waterfall 37 km from Coimbatore in the Attappady forest, fed by one of the sweetest rivers in the world according to a UNESCO study.

  • Must Visit

    Velliangiri Hills

    A sacred seven-peaked mountain range 40 km from Coimbatore, known as the Kailash of the South, with a challenging trek to the Shiva temple at the summit.

  • Brookefields Mall

    Coimbatore's largest and busiest mall, popular for its size and wide mix of shopping and entertainment.

  • China Bazaar

    A long running bargain market known for cheap electronics, gadgets, and accessories in the old city.

  • Eachanari Vinayagar Temple

    A 1,500-year-old Ganesha temple about 9 km from Coimbatore, one of the most visited temples in Tamil Nadu with a six-foot idol of Lord Vinayagar.

  • Gass Forest Museum

    One of the oldest forest museums in India, established in 1902 within the Forest College campus with rare taxidermy, timber specimens, tribal artefacts, and ancient weapons.

  • Prozone Mall

    A spacious mall in Saravanampatti with a wide mix of branded stores, cinema, and food options.