Is photography allowed inside?

Photography may be restricted inside the factory or museum — confirm at entry.

Do I need prior booking?

Walk-ins are generally accepted, but larger groups may want to book in advance.

Mornings and the months September–March offer the best conditions and lighting.

Lockhart Tea Factory & Museum, Munnar

Overview

Lockhart Tea Factory, established in 1879, is one of the oldest tea factories in Munnar. Currently owned by Harrisons Malayalam Limited, the factory and its museum showcase the traditional orthodox tea manufacturing process. Visitors can enjoy guided factory tours, explore vintage British-era machinery, and enjoy scenic walks through the surrounding Lockhart estate.

A visit to the Lockhart Tea Factory is one of the most enriching Munnar tourist places experiences. You can easily combine this tour with a visit to the nearby scenic Lockhart Gap Viewpoint.

Things to Do at Lockhart Tea Factory

Factory Tour

Learn about tea processing from plucking to packaging during guided tours of the factory.

Tea Tasting

Enjoy freshly brewed teas and sample different varieties produced at Lockhart Tea Factory.

Photography

Capture scenic views of sprawling tea gardens and the factory’s historic structures.

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Highlights

Guided factory tours explaining orthodox painstaking processing—from withering to packaging.
Tea museum featuring vintage machinery like shears, harvesters, Fletcher sprayers, photos of early planters, and colonial artifacts.
Tea-tasting sessions and scenic views of Lockhart valley from the plantation slopes.
Visitors can purchase fresh, high-quality orthodox tea directly at the outlet.

What is Famous

Lockhart Tea Factory is famous for its historic tea processing, lush tea gardens, and high-quality teas. It provides an authentic experience of Kerala’s tea heritage.