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8 Days in Chennai: Exploring the Vibrant City of Tamil Nadu

Kuna Ramasamy

Kuna Ramasamy

27 Nov 2023

Embark on an exciting 8-day journey through Chennai, Tamil Nadu's capital city. Discover ancient marvels, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this bustling metropolis.

Trip to Chennai

Day 1Culinary Delights and Beach Bliss
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$14

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$ 1

Sangeetha Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
11 - 14 min

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Guindy National Park
Large, tree-filled park with a variety of animals & greenery, plus a children's play area.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$1
29 - 35 min

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Titanic Fast Food
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$3
6 - 9 min

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Marina Beach
Bustling urban beach featuring a long shoreline for basking & a variety of food stalls & shops.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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A2B Triplicane
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 2Art, Adventure, and Delectable Delicacies
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$11

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$ 1

Golden palette
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
5 - 8 min

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Krishna's Butter Ball
Offbeat tourist attraction featuring a massive granite boulder perched on a downhill slope.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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MGM Dizzee World
Large amusement park with rides & a water area with slides & a wave pool, plus 2 restaurants.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$3
81 - 98 min

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Kimling Restaurant
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$6
9 - 14 min

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Anna Tower
Iconic 12-story tower with a spiraling ramp overlooking a surrounding park, fountain & sport courts.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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The French Loaf
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$1
Day 3Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Treasures
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$15

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$ 1

Tao of Peng
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
11 - 16 min

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The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology
Longtime reptile zoo & crocodile sanctuary/breeding center with feedings & a night safari.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
14 - 17 min

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Kumbakonam Filter Coffee
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum
Cross cultural museum featuring 18 historical houses, along with art, crafts & performances.
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$3
13 - 20 min

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Sea Crest Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 4Temples, Parks, and Gastronomic Delights
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$12

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$ 2

Loiee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
12 - 18 min

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Nanganallur Anjaneyar Temple
Hindu temple dedicated to Hanuman, featuring a 32-ft. monolithic granite idol of the god.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Sivan Park
Leafy, family-friendly urban park with a kid's playground, several animal statues & a skating area.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Barbeque Nation
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$3
4 - 5 min

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Arulmigu Vadapalani Murugan Temple
Renovated in 1920, this Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Muruga is a popular place to get married.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Panagal Park
3.2-hectare park in a busy shopping district featuring shaded paths, water features & statues.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni
Sacred 8th-century temple honouring the god Krishna, with ornately carved towers & columns.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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A2B Triplicane
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 5Beachside Fun and Gastronomic Adventures
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$11

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
8 - 12 min

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Thiruvalluvar Nagar Beach
Popular, sandy strand known for its sunsets, plus vendors selling grilled corn & other street food.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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VGP Marine Kingdom
Big aquarium with 5 aquatic zones, an underwater tunnel, touch-pool exhibit & live feeding shows.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$3
6 - 8 min

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Food Village
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$1
13 - 16 min

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Kipling Cafe
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
Day 6Wildlife Safari and Serene Gardens
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$13

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$ 1

Sangeetha Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
4 - 5 min

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Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Vast zoo with large, natural enclosures for Asian mammals & battery-operated cars (fee) for touring.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$3
63 - 76 min

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Sigree Global Grill
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$4
11 - 16 min

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Semmozhi Poonga
Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$1
7 - 10 min

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Gangotree
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$1
Day 7Thrilling Rides and Cultural Explorations
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$21

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$ 1

Hotel Mount Way
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
12 - 15 min

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Queensland Amusement Park
Theme park featuring roller coasters, family rides & water attractions, including a wave pool.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
60 - 72 min

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Flower Drum
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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Government Museum Chennai
State collections including Indian art & sculpture, bronzes, anthropology & a children's section.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$3
5 - 8 min

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Sandwich Shop
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 8Coffee, Theme Parks, and Coastal Delights
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$16

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
19 - 23 min

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VGP Universal Kingdom
Whimsical amusement park with bumper cars, a roller coaster & other rides, plus live entertainment.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$5
5 - 6 min

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Kipling Cafe
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
19 - 23 min

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Savoury Sea Shell
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2

Budget breakdown: $116 In total

Activities & Food:$110
Transport:$6