Family Friendly Day Trip in Chennai on a Low Budget

Day 1: Exploring Chennai

Chennai, India on February 25, 2024

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Sangeetha Restaurant

Start your day with a South Indian breakfast at Sangeetha Restaurant, known for its delicious dosas and filter coffee.
Sangeetha Restaurant is a short 10-minute walk from Marina Beach.
£, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Marina Beach

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the sandy shores of Marina Beach, the second longest urban beach in the world.
Take a 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Sangeetha Restaurant to Marina Beach.
£, 1.5 hours

12:00 PM

Fort St. George

Explore the historical Fort St. George, the first English fortress in India, and visit the museum inside to learn about Chennai's colonial past.
Take a 20-minute bus ride from Marina Beach to Fort St. George.
£, 2 hours

2:30 PM

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Indulge in a vegetarian South Indian thali meal at Saravana Bhavan, a popular chain known for its authentic flavours.
Saravana Bhavan is a 10-minute walk from Fort St. George.
££, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Visit the vibrant Kapaleeshwarar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its Dravidian architecture and colourful gopurams.
Take a 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Saravana Bhavan to Kapaleeshwarar Temple.
£, 1.5 hours

5:00 PM

Semmozhi Poonga

Relax amidst nature at Semmozhi Poonga, a botanical garden in the heart of the city with diverse plant species and tranquil pathways.
Semmozhi Poonga is a 20-minute bus ride from Kapaleeshwarar Temple.
£, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Dinner at Murugan Idli Shop

End your day with a dinner at Murugan Idli Shop, known for its soft and fluffy idlis served with a variety of chutneys.
Murugan Idli Shop is a 15-minute walk from Semmozhi Poonga.
£, 1 hour
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