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Family Friendly 4-Day Chennai Itinerary

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Day 1: Beach Fun

Chennai, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

Start your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop.
Take a quick taxi ride to Marina Beach.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:30AM

Marina Beach

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the sandy shores of Marina Beach, the second-longest urban beach in the world.
Relax, play in the sand, and take in the beautiful view of the Bay of Bengal.
Free, 3 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Annalakshmi Restaurant

Savor a traditional vegetarian lunch at Annalakshmi Restaurant known for its authentic Indian cuisine.
Take a taxi to the restaurant located nearby.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Marina Beach

After lunch, head back to Marina Beach for some more fun in the sun or relax by the shore.
Indulge in beach activities like horse riding or camel rides.
INR 300, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Maplai Restaurant

Enjoy a scrumptious dinner at Maplai Restaurant known for its fusion of traditional and contemporary South Indian flavors.
Take a taxi to the restaurant for a delightful dining experience.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Temple Tour

Chennai, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Sangeetha Veg Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Sangeetha Veg Restaurant.
Take a taxi to Kapaleeshwarar Temple.
INR 250, 1 hour

10:30AM

Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Explore the stunning Dravidian architecture and serene ambience of Kapaleeshwarar Temple.
Then, visit the Vivekananda House for a spiritual experience.
INR 100, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Prems Graama Bhojanam

Enjoy a traditional South Indian lunch at Prems Graama Bhojanam.
Take a taxi to the restaurant.
INR 400, 1 hour

3:00PM

Vivekananda House

Explore the history and teachings of Swami Vivekananda at Vivekananda House.
Afterwards, relax at the nearby Elliot's Beach or shop at Besant Nagar.
INR 50, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Murugan Idli Shop

End your day with a light dinner at Murugan Idli Shop.
Take a taxi back to the hotel.
INR 300, 1 hour
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Day 3: Zoo Day

Chennai, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Rayar's Mess

Start your day with a filling breakfast at Rayar's Mess.
Take a taxi to Arignar Anna Zoological Park.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:30AM

Arignar Anna Zoological Park

Spend the day exploring the diverse wildlife at the Arignar Anna Zoological Park.
Don't miss the lion safari and the elephant ride experiences.
INR 300, 4 hours

2:30PM

Lunch at Murugan's Idli Shop

Enjoy a quick lunch at Murugan's Idli Shop within the zoo premises.
Continue exploring the zoo after lunch.
INR 250, 1 hour

4:00PM

Arignar Anna Zoological Park

Spend some more time at the zoo or visit nearby Guindy National Park for a peaceful nature walk.
Experience the beauty of the natural surroundings.
INR 100, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Mainland China

Enjoy a delicious dinner at Mainland China for a mix of Indian and Chinese cuisines.
Take a taxi to the restaurant for a delightful dining experience.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Cultural Village Visit

Chennai, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at A2B - Adyar Ananda Bhavan

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at A2B - Adyar Ananda Bhavan.
Take a taxi to DakshinaChitra Cultural Village.
INR 150, 1 hour

10:30AM

DakshinaChitra Cultural Village

Explore the rich heritage and culture of South India at DakshinaChitra Cultural Village.
Partake in traditional craft workshops and enjoy dance performances.
INR 300, 3 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Murugan Idli Shop

Have lunch at Murugan Idli Shop within the cultural village.
Explore more of the village post lunch.
INR 250, 1 hour

3:00PM

DakshinaChitra Cultural Village

Immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of South India with hands-on experiences at the village.
Shop for authentic souvenirs at the craft stalls.
INR 100, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant

Indulge in a flavorful Chettinad dinner at Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant.
Take a taxi to the restaurant for a delectable meal.
INR 600, 1.5 hours
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