Places to Visit in Vellore

Top attractions and must-see spots in Vellore

  • Amirthi Zoological Park and Falls

    Zoo and wildlife sanctuary about twenty five kilometers from Vellore, with a seasonal waterfall reached by trekking.

  • Assumption Cathedral (Vellore Diocese)

    1854 cathedral known for a 165 foot belfry, one of the tallest church towers in India.

  • Delhi Gate

    Eighteenth century entrance gate in Vellore linked to the Siege of Arcot and Mughal era fortifications.

  • District Science Centre

    Interactive science museum in Vellore with a 3D theatre, popular with students and school groups.

  • Government Museum (ASI Museum)

    Museum inside Vellore Fort displaying sculptures, coins, and artefacts from the Pallava, Chola, and Vijayanagara eras.

  • Jalakandeswarar Temple

    16th century Shiva temple inside Vellore Fort, known for its Vijayanagara stone carvings and pillared halls.

  • Katpadi Lake

    Small urban lake near Katpadi railway station, popular for evening walks and birdwatching.

  • Long Bazaar and Clock Tower Market

    Vellore''s main historic market street, home to a 1920 clock tower and general shopping.

  • Palamathi Hills (Balamathi Hills)

    Eastern Ghats viewpoint with Otteri Lake and a reserve forest, offering panoramic views away from the city.

  • Periyar Park

    Central Vellore park with birdwatching areas, walking paths, and recreational facilities for families.

  • Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple

    Hilltop Murugan temple about seventeen kilometers from Vellore, reached through a granite entrance archway.

  • Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)

    Gold foil covered temple to Goddess Mahalakshmi set inside a sprawling spiritual park near Tirumalaikodi.

  • Sri Margabandeeswarar Temple (Virinjipuram)

    Thirteenth century Chola era Shiva temple on the Palar River, about fourteen kilometers from Vellore.

  • St. John's Church

    1846 Anglican church inside Vellore Fort, linked to Christian Medical College and local charitable work.

  • Tipu Mahal and Hyder Mahal

    Two palace structures inside Vellore Fort linked to Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali of Mysore.

  • Vainu Bappu Observatory (Kavalur)

    Astronomical observatory in the Javadi Hills housing one of Asia''s largest telescopes, about eighty five kilometers from Vellore.

  • Vellore Fort

    Sixteenth century Vijayanagara fort with granite ramparts, a wide moat, and a temple, mosque, and church inside.

  • Yelagiri Hills

    Hill station about ninety kilometers from Vellore with lakes, orchards, and trekking trails, often visited as a day trip.

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