Budget-Friendly Day in Chennai

Day 1: Exploring Chennai

Chennai, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Marina Beach

Start your day with a budget-friendly breakfast at Marina Beach, the second-longest urban beach in the world. Enjoy some local street food like idli, dosa, and filter coffee while taking in the beautiful sunrise views.
Marina Beach is easily accessible by public bus or auto rickshaw from most parts of the city. It takes around 30 minutes to reach there from the city center.
INR 100, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit San Thome Basilica

Head to San Thome Basilica, a beautiful Roman Catholic church built over the tomb of St. Thomas. Explore the stunning architecture and serene ambiance of this historical site.
San Thome Basilica is a short drive away from Marina Beach and takes about 15 minutes to reach by auto rickshaw.
Free entry, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Have a traditional South Indian lunch at a nearby local eatery near Kapaleeshwarar Temple. Enjoy authentic dishes like sambar, rasam, and rice served on a banana leaf.
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is within walking distance from San Thome Basilica, just a 5-minute walk away.
INR 200, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Government Museum

Spend the afternoon exploring the Government Museum, one of the oldest and largest museums in India. Discover a vast collection of art, archaeology, and numismatics.
From Kapaleeshwarar Temple, you can take a short auto rickshaw ride to Government Museum, which is approximately 20 minutes away.
INR 50, 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit Valluvar Kottam

Head to Valluvar Kottam, a monument dedicated to the classical Tamil poet-philosopher Valluvar. Marvel at the grand structure and serene surroundings.
Valluvar Kottam is a quick auto rickshaw ride away from Government Museum, taking around 15 minutes to reach.
Free entry, 1 hour

6:00PM

Shopping at Express Avenue Mall

End your day with some budget-friendly shopping at Express Avenue Mall. Explore the various shops and stalls offering a range of products at affordable prices.
From Valluvar Kottam, you can easily reach Express Avenue Mall by public bus or auto rickshaw in about 30 minutes.
Variable based on shopping, 2 hours
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