Munnar Tea Museum

Uncover the centuries-old tea heritage of Kerala

About the Tea Museum

The Munnar Tea Museum is a captivating journey into the world of tea, showcasing Kerala's rich tea culture since the 19th century. From ancient cultivation techniques to modern processing methods, the museum blends educational and interactive experiences.

VR Tea Factory Tour

Experience a 360° virtual reality simulation of tea production in the 1920s, complete with period-accurate machinery and plantations.

Interactive Wall

Discover the chemical composition of tea using a touch-screen interface that visualizes caffeine molecules and flavor profiles.

Aroma Theater

Watch a scent-based show where 3D holograms of tea leaves release authentic aromas, recreating harvest seasons.

Exhibits

Victorian Processing Tools

Original 1880s machinery used for leaf grading and oxidation, preserved with operating demonstrations.

Tea Timeline Wall

A 50' digital scroll showing tea's journey from 300BC China to Munnar's golden age of production.

Blending Lab

Watch master blenders create award-winning Assam-Black hybrids using traditional brass scales and sensory tests.

Experiences

Live Tasting Theater

Participate in 45-minute sensory experiences with 10+ rare tea varietals, including the elusive Silver Needle White Tea.

VR Harvest Simulator

Compete in immersive tea plucking games using full-body motion capture tech to test your picking speed against virtual laborers.

Historic Highlights