10-Day Chennai Itinerary

1. Day 1: Kapaleeswarar Temple
   15 minutes (5.6 km) from Chennai Central Railway Station

   Explore the Dravidian-style Hindu temple with its intricate carvings and gopuram towers.

2. Day 2: Government Museum Chennai
   30 minutes (9 km) from Kapaleeswarar Temple

   Discover the diverse collection of historical artefacts, art, and ancient pieces from South India.

3. Day 3: Fort St. George
   20 minutes (2.3 km) from Government Museum Chennai

   Visit the oldest British-built fortress in India, housing St. Mary's Church, Wellesley House, and more.

4. Day 4: Edward Elliot's Beach
   30 minutes (10.3 km) from Fort St. George

   Relax on the tranquil, sandy beach or go horse-riding and enjoy some local seafood nearby.

5. Day 5: DakshinaChitra Museum
   60 minutes (25 km) from Edward Elliot's Beach

   Explore an open-air museum with traditional South Indian village houses, artisan workshops, and a craft store.

6. Day 6: VGP Universal Kingdom
   25 minutes (11.4 km) from DakshinaChitra Museum

   Get an adrenaline rush on thrilling amusement rides, unwind at the beach, shop and eat.

7. Day 7: ISKCON Chennai
   40 minutes (22.8 km) from VGP Universal Kingdom

   Observe the ornate Hindu temple and attend the Aarti chanting ceremony and Bhagavad Gita discourse.

8. Day 8: Guindy National Park
   30 minutes (12.5 km) from ISKCON Chennai

   Roam around the lush forest reserve and observe the wildlife, monuments and Guindy House.

9. Day 9: Ashtalakshmi Temple
   40 minutes (14.5 km) from Guindy National Park

   Visit the exquisite temple, dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, with eight shrines of the deity and a glistening Rajagopuram.

10. Day 10: Crocodile Bank
    30 minutes (15.2 km) from Ashtalakshmi Temple

    Observe a wide range of breeds of crocodiles, alligators, snakes, and turtles with guided tours.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kapaleeswarar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Government Museum Chennai (2-3 hours, INR 45)
• Fort St. George (1-2 hours, INR 5)
• Edward Elliot's Beach (2-3 hours, free)
• DakshinaChitra Museum (2-3 hours, INR 100)
• VGP Universal Kingdom (4-5 hours, INR 750)
• ISKCON Chennai (1-2 hours, free)
• Guindy National Park (2-3 hours, free)
• Ashtalakshmi Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Crocodile Bank (2-3 hours, INR 60)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 960

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Mahabalipuram Shore Temple and the Arignar Anna Zoological Park. For shorter trips, consider skipping the DakshinaChitra Museum and reducing the time at other locations.