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5 Days in Chennai: A Journey of Heritage and Adventure

Elliott Chow

Elliott Chow

10 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Chennai, where ancient marvels and exciting attractions await. Discover the enchanting Krishna's Butter Ball, experience the exhilaration of MGM Dizzee World, and relax on the picturesque Thiruvalluvar Nagar Beach. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage at DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum, dive into the underwater world at VGP Marine Kingdom, and seek blessings at Nanganallur Anjaneyar Temple. Unleash your inner child at Queensland Amusement Park, encounter exotic wildlife at Arignar Anna Zoological Park, and marvel at the stunning views from Anna Tower. Explore the serene Semmozhi Poonga, visit the sacred Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni, and soak up the sun at Marina Beach. Pay tribute to Dr MGR at his memorial, discover the wonders of nature at Guindy National Park, and conclude your journey with a visit to the thrilling VGP Universal Kingdom.

Trip to Chennai

Day 1Marvels and Beach Bliss
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$5

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$ 2

Krishna's Butter Ball
Offbeat tourist attraction featuring a massive granite boulder perched on a downhill slope.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
35 - 42 min

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MGM Dizzee World
Large amusement park with rides & a water area with slides & a wave pool, plus 2 restaurants.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$5
39 - 47 min

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Thiruvalluvar Nagar Beach
Popular, sandy strand known for its sunsets, plus vendors selling grilled corn & other street food.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Heritage and Underwater Delights
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$10

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$ 2

DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum
Cross cultural museum featuring 18 historical houses, along with art, crafts & performances.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
19 - 23 min

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VGP Marine Kingdom
Big aquarium with 5 aquatic zones, an underwater tunnel, touch-pool exhibit & live feeding shows.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$5
47 - 57 min

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Nanganallur Anjaneyar Temple
Hindu temple dedicated to Hanuman, featuring a 32-ft. monolithic granite idol of the god.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Adventure and Wildlife Encounter
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$26

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$ 1

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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$20
41 - 50 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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$6
Day 4Towers, Gardens, Temples, and Beach
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$3

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$ 2

Anna Tower
Iconic 12-story tower with a spiraling ramp overlooking a surrounding park, fountain & sport courts.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Semmozhi Poonga
Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
16 - 20 min

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Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni
Sacred 8th-century temple honouring the god Krishna, with ornately carved towers & columns.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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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.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Tribute, Nature, and Thrills
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$13

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$ 2

Dr MGR Memorial
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
30 - 36 min

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Guindy National Park
Large, tree-filled park with a variety of animals & greenery, plus a children's play area.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$3
35 - 42 min

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VGP Universal Kingdom
Whimsical amusement park with bumper cars, a roller coaster & other rides, plus live entertainment.
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$10

Budget breakdown: $62 In total

Activities & Food:$56
Transport:$6