Cultural Delights of Chennai in 2 Days

Day 1: Beach & Temples

Chennai, India

8:00AM

Marina Beach

Start your day with a stroll along Marina Beach, the second-longest urban beach in the world, offering stunning views of the Bay of Bengal.
Marina Beach is about a 30-minute drive from most city hotels. It is best to take a taxi or an auto-rickshaw.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Visit the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with intricate Dravidian architecture and vibrant surroundings.
From Marina Beach, the temple is a 20-minute drive. Take a taxi or an auto-rickshaw.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

DakshinaChitra

Explore DakshinaChitra, a heritage village showcasing South Indian culture through art, craft, and architecture.
DakshinaChitra is around a 1-hour drive from Kapaleeshwarar Temple. It's best to take a taxi.
INR 250, 2 hours

4:00PM

Murugan Idli Shop

Indulge in a traditional South Indian dinner at Murugan Idli Shop, known for its delicious idlis and dosas.
From DakshinaChitra, the restaurant is approximately a 30-minute drive. Take a taxi for convenience.
INR 300, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Historical & Cultural Sites

Chennai, India

9:00AM

Fort St. George

Begin your day at Fort St. George, the first English fortress in India, housing a museum with colonial artifacts and history.
Fort St. George is a short 20-minute drive from most city hotels. Opt for a taxi or a hired car.
INR 100, 2 hours

11:30AM

Government Museum

Visit the Government Museum, one of the oldest museums in India, to explore a vast collection of art, archaeology, and numismatics.
A 10-minute drive from Fort St. George, the museum is easily reachable by taxi or auto-rickshaw.
INR 50, 2 hours

2:00PM

San Thome Basilica

End your trip with a visit to San Thome Basilica, a majestic church built over the tomb of St. Thomas, the apostle of Jesus.
San Thome Basilica is a 15-minute drive from the museum. Take a taxi for a comfortable journey.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Dakshin Restaurant

Enjoy a sumptuous dinner at Dakshin Restaurant, known for its authentic South Indian cuisine and traditional ambiance.
From San Thome Basilica, the restaurant is a quick 10-minute drive. Choose a taxi or auto-rickshaw for convenience.
INR 500, 2 hours
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