Family Friendly Day Trip around Chennai in May 2023

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

    Marina Beach is a must visit destination in Chennai. Take a walk along the beach, explore the nearby aquarium or enjoy some street food. The beach is open 24/7, and May is the perfect time to enjoy the warm sun.

  2. 11:00AM: Government Museum
    10 minutes (2.5 kms) from Marina Beach

    The Government Museum has a vast collection of historical and cultural artifacts from South India. It is a great place to learn about the city's past and heritage. The museum is open from 9:30AM to 5:00PM except on Fridays.

  3. 1:00PM: Kapaleeswarar Temple
    7 minutes (1.5 kms) from Government Museum

    The Kapaleeswarar Temple is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is a great place to experience the spiritual side of Chennai. The temple has a rich history and architecture, and the surrounding area offers some great vegetarian restaurants. The temple is open from 5:30AM to 12:00AM and 4:00PM to 9:00PM.

  4. 3:00PM: MGM Dizzee World
    26 minutes (14.3 kms) from Kapaleeswarar Temple

    MGM Dizzee world is an amusement park that offers rides and attractions for people of all ages. It is a great place to spend some quality time with your family and enjoy a break from the city's heat. The park is open from 10:30AM to 6:30PM.

  5. 5:00PM: Dakshinachitra
    45 minutes (20 kms) from MGM Dizzee World

    Dakshinachitra is a beautiful cultural center that showcases the art, architecture, and way of life of South India. It is a great place to learn about the heritage of the country and enjoy some local cuisine. The center is open from 10:00AM to 6:00PM.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Marina Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Government Museum (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple (2 hours, Free entry)
  • MGM Dizzee World (2 hours, INR 1200 for a family of four)
  • Dakshinachitra (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can consider visiting the Guindy National Park or the Arignar Anna Zoological Park. Both of these parks are great places to spend some time with nature and explore the local flora and fauna. For those who have less time, they can skip one of the destinations in the itinerary. The Museum can be skipped if you're not interested in history, or you can opt for Dakshinachitra.

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