4 Days in Chennai: Unveiling Heritage and Cultural Marvels

darpen chauhan

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through Chennai's rich heritage and cultural wonders. Immerse yourself in the ancient artifacts at DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum and gaze at the stars in awe at B.M. Birla Planetarium. Discover the fascinating history at Government Museum Chennai and pay homage to Dr MGR at his memorial. Unearth the secrets of Fort St.George Museum and get nostalgic at Chennai Rail Museum. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Chennai

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Exploring the Treasures of DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum and Gazing at the Cosmos in B.M. Birla Planetarium

$15

$ 2

Cross cultural museum featuring 18 historical houses, along with art, crafts & performances.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$10

49 - 59 min

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Modern planetarium with a 360-degree theater for a virtual tour of the night sky & astronomy shows.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 2Delving into History at Government Museum Chennai

$10

State collections including Indian art & sculpture, bronzes, anthropology & a children's section.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

Day 3Paying Homage to Dr MGR and Unraveling the Stories of Fort St.George Museum

$ 2

Airy, modern stone memorial & tomb for former Tamil Nadu chief minister M. G. Ramachandran.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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The first British fortress built in India, established in 1644, with a museum & 17th-century church.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 4Reliving the Glory of Chennai's Railways at Chennai Rail Museum

Indoor/outdoor museum with displays of vintage engines & coaches, plus miniature train rides.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Budget breakdown: $38 In total

Activities & Food:$35

Transport:$3