One Day Chennai Itinerary

  1. 9:00 AM: Marina Beach
    Located in the heart of Chennai

    Start your day at Marina Beach, one of the longest beaches in the world. Take a walk on the beach and enjoy the calming sounds of the waves crashing. If you get lucky, you can spot some dolphins in the water.

  2. 11:00 AM: Kapaleeswarar Temple
    20 minutes (5.7 km) from Marina Beach

    Visit Kapaleeswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple's architecture is a mix of Dravidian and Vijayanagar styles. It is one of the most iconic landmarks in Chennai.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Murugan Idli Shop
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Kapaleeswarar Temple

    Head to Murugan Idli Shop, an iconic restaurant that serves some of the best South Indian food in Chennai. The restaurant is famous for its fluffy idlis and crispy dosas.

  4. 2:00 PM: Government Museum
    30 minutes (8.3 km) from Murugan Idli Shop

    Visit the Government Museum, one of the oldest museums in India. The museum has a vast collection of artefacts, including sculptures, coins, and paintings that display the rich history of Chennai.

  5. 4:00 PM: Vivekananda House
    25 minutes (4.3 km) from Government Museum

    Visit Vivekananda House, also known as Ice House, where Swami Vivekananda stayed during his visit to Chennai in 1897. The house is now a museum exhibiting the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

  6. 6:00 PM: Sunset at Elliot's Beach
    15 minutes (6.2 km) from Vivekananda House

    End your day by watching the sunset at Elliot's Beach, a beautiful beach in Chennai. Take a stroll on the beach and enjoy the scenic view.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marina Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Lunch at Murugan Idli Shop (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Government Museum (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Vivekananda House (2 hours, INR 10)
  • Sunset at Elliot's Beach (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 530

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other places in Chennai, such as Fort St. George, Santhome Cathedral Basilica, and Guindy National Park. If you have less time, you can skip Vivekananda House and spend more time at Marina Beach and Elliot's Beach.

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