Tata Tea Museum
Munnar
Showcases the history and process of tea production in the region.
Overview
The Nallatanni Estate, home to KDHP’s renowned Kannan Devan Hill Plantation, spans 2461 hectares and dates back to the British Era. It houses India’s first tea museum, the Tata Tea Museum, a must-visit in Munnar. The museum showcases tea production machinery from the early to late 20th century, including a 1905 tea roller, a rotor vane, a pelton wheel from the 1920s Kanniamally Estate power plant, and artefacts from the early 1900s Kundala Valley Light Railway Museum. It is an all-season destination and you can visit it any time of the year.
Timing
- Monday - Holiday
- Tuesday - Sunday - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Closed on all public holidays
Distance From Munnar
- 5 min (1.3 km) via Tea Museum Rd
Tips
Best Time to Visit -
September to November and from December to March.
Entry fee
INR 75 per person for adults
INR 35 per person for children between 6 to 12 years of age.
Things to Do at Tata Tea Museum
Tea Processing Demonstrations
Watch the step-by-step process of tea manufacturing, from plucking to packaging.
Tea Tasting
Sample different varieties of tea produced in the region.
Guided Tours
Learn about the history of tea cultivation in Munnar and the evolution of tea processing techniques.
Exhibits and Displays
View photographs, machinery, and artifacts related to the tea industry, including old machines used in the early days of tea production.
Documentary Films
Enjoy informative documentaries on the history of tea plantations in Munnar.
