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8 Days in Chennai: A Journey of Cultural Delights

amriit purohit

amriit purohit

29 Nov 2023

Embark on an exciting 8-day adventure in Chennai, Tamil Nādu, India. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and explore ancient marvels. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Chennai

Day 1Beaches, Museums, and Veg Delights
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$25

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$ 2

Little Hut
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
23 - 34 min

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Chennai Rail Museum
Indoor/outdoor museum with displays of vintage engines & coaches, plus miniature train rides.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
39 - 47 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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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
8 - 11 min

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Chennai Lighthouse
Concrete lighthouse opened in 1977, standing at 46m & with a viewing gallery open to the public.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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KFC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 2Idlis, History, and Art
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$24

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$ 1

Murugan Idli Shop
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
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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$3
18 - 22 min

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Government Museum Chennai
State collections including Indian art & sculpture, bronzes, anthropology & a children's section.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$5
4 - 6 min

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Flower Drum
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$12
8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 3Parks, Cafes, and Planetarium
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$25

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$ 2

Sangeetha Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
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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$3
14 - 17 min

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That Madras Place
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
21 - 32 min

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B.M. Birla Planetarium
Modern planetarium with a 360-degree theater for a virtual tour of the night sky & astronomy shows.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$3
8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 4Burgers, Beaches, and Snacks
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$27

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
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
21 - 26 min

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Tholkappia Poonga [Adyar Eco-Park]
Spacious ecological park with grassy areas & wetlands, plus a vast array of tree & shrub species.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$3
15 - 22 min

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The Grand Sweets and Snacks
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
5 - 8 min

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Sangeetha Veg Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 5Mountains, Amusement, and Sweets
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$38

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$ 2

Hotel Mount Way
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
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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$20
51 - 62 min

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Sangeetha Restaurant
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$2
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.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$6
34 - 41 min

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Adayar Ananda Bhavan
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 6Pizza, Gardens, and Marine Life
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$34

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$ 2

Domino's Pizza
Domino's vision is focused on Exceptional people on a mission to be the best pizza delivery company in the world!.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
10 - 15 min

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Semmozhi Poonga
Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
43 - 52 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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$5
6 - 8 min

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Kipling Cafe
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$8
17 - 21 min

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dakshinapuram
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
Day 7Seafood, Theme Parks, and Andhra Cuisine
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$21

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$ 1

Sea Crest Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
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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$5
37 - 45 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$8
10 - 15 min

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Vaasus Ghuma Ghumalu Andhra Mess
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 8Coffee, Thrills, and Ice Cream
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$32

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
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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$10
17 - 21 min

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dakshinapuram
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
8 - 11 min

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Ibaco
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $234 In total

Activities & Food:$224
Transport:$10