5-Day Chennai City Experience Itinerary

1. Day 1: Kapaleeswarar Temple
   10 minutes (3.6 km) from Chennai Central Railway Station

   A must-visit for its beautiful Dravidian architecture. Located in Mylapore, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and you can witness prayer rituals by the priests.

2. Day 2: Fort St. George
   20 minutes (7.5 km) from Kapaleeswarar Temple

   Visit this historic fort and museum that houses various artefacts and portraits related to the British era in India. You can also visit the oldest Anglican church in India, St. Mary's Church, on its premises.

3. Day 3: Government Museum
   30 minutes (9 km) from Fort St. George

   This museum showcases the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu. Exhibits include bronze sculptures, traditional artifacts, and geological findings.

4. Day 4: Marina Beach
   25 minutes (8.4 km) from Government Museum

   One of the most visited tourist spots in Chennai, Marina Beach extends for 13 kms. Take a barefooted stroll on the shore and enjoy the sunset. There are also food stalls and pony rides.

5. Day 5: Dakshina Chitra
   55 minutes (24 km) from Marina Beach

   Dakshina Chitra is an open-air museum that showcases the traditional south Indian way of life from art and craft to architecture. It houses various traditional houses from southern India.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kapaleeswarar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Fort St. George (2-3 hours, INR 5/person)
• Government Museum (2-3 hours, INR 50/person)
• Marina Beach (2-3 hours, free)
• Dakshina Chitra (2-3 hours, INR 100/person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 155/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the following places: San Thome Basilica, Birla Planetarium, Guindy National Park, and Vivekananda House. If you have less time, you can skip the Government Museum or Marina Beach.