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4 Days in Chennai: A Journey of Beaches, Temples, and Delicious Food

Teach inaus

7 Dec 2023

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Experience the vibrant city of Chennai in Tamil Nādu, India, with this exciting 4-day itinerary. Discover stunning beaches, visit ancient temples, explore museums, and indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Chennai

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beach Bliss and Culinary Delights

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$13

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$ 1

Burger Point

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

8 - 12 min

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Directions

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

35 - 42 min

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Marina Beach

Bustling urban beach featuring a long shoreline for basking & a variety of food stalls & shops.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

A2B Triplicane

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$3

8 - 11 min

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Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni

Sacred 8th-century temple honouring the god Krishna, with ornately carved towers & columns.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Semmozhi Poonga

Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$1

11 - 16 min

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Sigree Global Grill

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$5

Day 2Idlis, History, and Serene Temples

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$11

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$ 2

Murugan Idli Shop

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$1

17 - 26 min

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Fort St.George Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$1

32 - 39 min

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Anna Tower

Iconic 12-story tower with a spiraling ramp overlooking a surrounding park, fountain & sport courts.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

39 - 47 min

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That Madras Place

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

8 - 10 min

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Chennai Snake Park

Family-friendly park featuring a wide range of snakes in cages & crocodiles in open-air enclosures.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$1

19 - 23 min

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Nanganallur Anjaneyar Temple

Hindu temple dedicated to Hanuman, featuring a 32-ft. monolithic granite idol of the god.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Pizza Republic

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$1

Day 3Authentic South Indian Flavors and Wildlife Encounters

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$15

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$ 2

Sangeetha Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

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

46 - 56 min

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Domino's Pizza

Domino's vision is focused on Exceptional people on a mission to be the best pizza delivery company in the world!.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$4

17 - 21 min

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Arignar Anna Zoological Park

Vast zoo with large, natural enclosures for Asian mammals & battery-operated cars (fee) for touring.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$3

60 - 72 min

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Krishna's Butter Ball

Offbeat tourist attraction featuring a massive granite boulder perched on a downhill slope.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Hotel Mamallaa Heritage

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$2

Day 4Coastal Dining and Thrilling Theme Park

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$15

Sea Crest Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

4 - 5 min

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MGM Dizzee World

Large amusement park with rides & a water area with slides & a wave pool, plus 2 restaurants.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$3

8 - 11 min

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Sangeetha Hotel

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$3

4 - 5 min

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Kumbakonam Filter Coffee

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Budget breakdown: $55 In total

Activities & Food:$52

Transport:$4