7-Day Family Friendly Tour of Chennai

1. Day 1: DakshinaChitra
   45 minutes (20 km) from Chennai Airport

   Enjoy exhibits of South Indian architecture, crafts, and performing arts.

2. Day 2: Government Museum
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   25 minutes (16.4 km) from DakshinaChitra

   Spend the day at one of the oldest and largest museums in India with exhibits of Indian art and history.

3. Day 3: Elliot's Beach
   20 minutes (9.9 km) from Government Museum

   Take a beach-side stroll, relax on the sand, and if travelling between November and February you may spot Olive Ridley turtles nesting on the shore.

4. Day 4: Arignar Anna Zoological Park
   1 hour 20 minutes (37.3 km) from Elliot's Beach

   Visit one of India's largest zoos and get up close and personal with animals like tigers, lions, elephants, and more.

5. Day 5: Sathyam Cinemas
   45 minutes (13.9 km) from Arignar Anna Zoological Park

   Watch a family-friendly movie at one of the most popular cinemas in Chennai.

6. Day 6: Chennai Snake Park Trust
   30 minutes (10.6 km) from Sathyam Cinemas

   Explore one of the oldest snake parks in India and learn about reptile conservation.

7. Day 7: Breezy Beach
   15 minutes (2.9 km) from Chennai Snake Park Trust

   Relax or swim at the picturesque Breezy Beach and nearby cafes.

Time and Costs Estimates

• DakshinaChitra (2-3 hours, INR 100 per person)
• Government Museum (3-4 hours, INR 35 per person)
• Elliott's Beach (2-3 hours, free)
• Arignar Anna Zoological Park (4-5 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Sathyam Cinemas (2-3 hours, INR 200-400 per ticket)
• Chennai Snake Park Trust (1-2 hours, INR 25 per person)
• Breezy Beach (2-3 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 500-800 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other popular attractions like the Marina Beach or the Mahabalipuram UNESCO World Heritage site. For families with younger children, try the MGM Dizzee World amusement park. If you have less time, consider combining Days 1 and 2 and Days 3 and 7 to make the most of your visit.