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Exploring Chennai: A 3-Day Adventure

Suriya Rahini

Suriya Rahini

20 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Chennai, Tamil Nādu, India. Discover the vibrant Semmozhi Poonga, immerse yourself in the divine beauty of Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni, unwind at the picturesque Marina Beach, and pay homage at the Dr MGR Memorial. Experience the charm of Chennai like never before!

Trip to Chennai

Day 1
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$4

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$ 4

Egmore Hotel Krishna Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Semmozhi Poonga
Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
14 - 17 min

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Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni
Sacred 8th-century temple honouring the god Krishna, with ornately carved towers & columns.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Marina Beach
Bustling urban beach featuring a long shoreline for basking & a variety of food stalls & shops.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Dr MGR Memorial
Airy, modern stone memorial & tomb for former Tamil Nadu chief minister M. G. Ramachandran.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$15

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$ 3

Egmore Hotel Krishna Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Chennai Lighthouse
Concrete lighthouse opened in 1977, standing at 46m & with a viewing gallery open to the public.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
39 - 47 min

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VGP Universal Kingdom
Whimsical amusement park with bumper cars, a roller coaster & other rides, plus live entertainment.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$15
Day 3
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$43

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$ 4

Egmore Hotel Krishna Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

62 - 75 min

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Queensland Amusement Park
Theme park featuring roller coasters, family rides & water attractions, including a wave pool.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$30
43 - 52 min

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Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Vast zoo with large, natural enclosures for Asian mammals & battery-operated cars (fee) for touring.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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$9
55 - 66 min

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Guindy National Park
Large, tree-filled park with a variety of animals & greenery, plus a children's play area.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $72 In total

Activities & Food:$62
Transport:$10