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7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Chennai in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Marina Beach
    15 minutes (4.5 km) from Chennai Central Railway Station

    In the morning, enjoy sunrise at the beach. In the afternoon, try some local snacks at the beachside stalls. In the evening, take a walk along the promenade and enjoy the sea breeze.

  2. Day 2: Government Museum
    25 minutes (9.5 km) from Marina Beach

    In the morning, visit the museum's art and archaeology galleries. In the afternoon, explore the natural history section, and in the evening, the bronze gallery.

  3. Day 3: Kapaleeswarar Temple
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Government Museum

    In the morning, visit the temple and learn about its architecture. In the afternoon, try some local food at the nearby restaurants. In the evening, enjoy the temple's evening aarti (prayer ceremony).

  4. Day 4: Mahabalipuram
    1 hour 30 minutes (56 km) from Kapaleeswarar Temple

    In the morning, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shore Temple, and other rock-cut temples. In the afternoon, explore the beach and try some seafood. In the evening, visit the Five Rathas and Arjuna's Penance.

  5. Day 5: Vandalur Zoo
    1 hour 15 minutes (30 km) from Mahabalipuram

    In the morning, visit the zoo and see the animals. In the afternoon, have a picnic in the zoo's gardens. In the evening, watch the zoo's musical fountain show.

  6. Day 6: Birla Planetarium
    45 minutes (15 km) from Vandalur Zoo

    In the morning, watch the sky shows at the planetarium. In the afternoon, explore the Birla Science Museum. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the planetarium terrace.

  7. Day 7: Elliot's Beach
    45 minutes (15 km) from Birla Planetarium

    In the morning, visit the beach and enjoy the sunrise. In the afternoon, have lunch at the nearby restaurants. In the evening, enjoy the sea view and sunset.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Thousand Lights Mosque, Guindy National Park, and the DakshinaChitra Museum. For a side trip, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur. To maximize your fun, try some adventure sports at the Wild Tribe Ranch or the Chennai Trekking Club.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marina Beach (3 hours, free)
  • Government Museum (3 hours, 50 rupees)
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Mahabalipuram (8 hours, 500 rupees)
  • Vandalur Zoo (6 hours, 50 rupees)
  • Birla Planetarium (3 hours, 100 rupees)
  • Elliot's Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 700 rupees
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