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One Day Foodie Itinerary in Chennai's Thiruvanmiyur in June 2023

  1. 8:00AM: Murugan Idli Shop
    8 minutes (1.2 miles) from Thiruvanmiyur Beach

    Murugan Idli Shop is a South Indian restaurant famous for its fluffy idlis, crispy dosas, and filter coffee. You must try their ghee podi idli, paneer uthappam, and sambar vadai.

  2. 10:00AM: Vandalur Zoo
    40 minutes (14 miles) from Murugan Idli Shop

    Vandalur Zoo is one of the largest zoological parks in South Asia, housing over 2500 species of flora and fauna. Witness the majestic white tiger, Indian elephant, and the king cobra.

  3. 12:30PM: Hotel Saravana Bhavan
    20 minutes (5.7 miles) from Vandalur Zoo

    Hotel Saravana Bhavan is a vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian cuisine. Try their mini tiffin, masala dosa, and filter coffee. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere with a friendly staff.

  4. 2:00PM: Arignar Anna Zoological Park
    5 minutes (1.4 miles) from Hotel Saravana Bhavan

    Arignar Anna Zoological Park is another popular zoo in Chennai, named after Arignar Anna, the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The park is spread over 602 hectares, and you can book a guided tour or take a safari ride.

  5. 4:00PM: Fruit Shop on Greams Road
    1 hour 15 minutes (21 miles) from Arignar Anna Zoological Park

    Fruit Shop on Greams Road is a famous juice bar in Chennai, serving fresh fruit juices, milkshakes, and ice creams. Try their ABC juice, avocado milkshake, and musk melon juice. The juice bar has a cozy ambiance, and the staff is friendly.

  6. 6:00PM: Marina Beach
    20 minutes (5.3 miles) from Fruit Shop on Greams Road

    Marina Beach is the second-longest urban beach in the world, stretching for 13 km along the Bay of Bengal. The beach offers stunning views of the sunset, and you can indulge in street food like sundal, bhajji, and murukku.

  7. 8:00PM: Annalakshmi Restaurant
    10 minutes (3 miles) from Marina Beach

    Annalakshmi Restaurant is a vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian, North Indian, and international cuisine. The restaurant is run by the Temple of Fine Arts, and all the proceeds go to charity. Try their buffet, which offers a variety of dishes.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can visit the Mahabalipuram UNESCO World Heritage Site, located 45 km from Chennai. You can also take a day trip to Pondicherry, a former French colony known for its beaches and French architecture. For maximizing your fun, you can take a cooking class to learn how to make authentic South Indian dishes. If you want to shop, you can visit T Nagar, the biggest shopping district in Chennai.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Murugan Idli Shop (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Vandalur Zoo (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Hotel Saravana Bhavan (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Arignar Anna Zoological Park (2 hours, INR 250)
  • Fruit Shop on Greams Road (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Marina Beach (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Annalakshmi Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1900

Check https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo to book your hotel and flight at the best prices.

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