With some terrific day trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to soak up all that Kodaikanal, 25 miles away, has to offer. Kodaikanal Lake ought to be at the top of your to-do list here. Kumbakkarai Falls and Bryant Park are terrific attractions too. Situated 50 miles away, Palakkad is another popular tourist destination. If you visit, don’t miss Tipu Sultan Fort, Malampuzha Park and Dhoni Waterfalls.