A Perfect Day of Family Fun and Relaxation in Chennai

Day 1: Family Fun in Chennai

Chennai, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Ananda Bhavan

Kick off your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast at Ananda Bhavan, famous for its crispy dosas and aromatic filter coffee.
Located in multiple locations throughout Chennai, simply enter your nearest outlet in your taxi's navigation system.
INR300, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit to Guindy National Park

Next, take a short drive to Guindy National Park, a green oasis in the city where kids can enjoy spotting deer and various birds.
It's approximately a 20-minute drive from Ananda Bhavan.
INR20, 2 hours

11:30AM

Playtime at the Children's Park

After exploring the park, head to the nearby Children's Park for a bit of unstructured fun on the swings and slides.
Just a quick walk from Guindy National Park.
Free, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Delight in a wholesome vegetarian meal at Saravana Bhavan, where you can savor traditional thalis and flavorful snacks.
Drive about 20 minutes towards T Nagar where Saravana Bhavan is located.
INR600, 1 hour

2:00PM

Chennai Marina Beach

Post lunch, head to the Chennai Marina Beach to relax with a pleasant stroll along the shore and perhaps build some sandcastles.
It's a 30-minute drive from Saravana Bhavan.
Free, 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit to Theosophical Society

Explore the serene grounds of Theosophical Society, where age-old trees and lush gardens provide a tranquil escape from the city buzz.
A 15-minute drive from Marina Beach.
INR50, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Evening Snacks at Murugan Idli Shop

Stop for some evening snacks at Murugan Idli Shop, renowned for its soft idlis and delicious chutneys.
About a 20-minute taxi ride from Theosophical Society.
INR400, 1 hour

6:30PM

Shopping at T Nagar

Spend the evening shopping in T Nagar, where you can find traditional attire, jewelry, and souvenirs to take back home.
Just a 10-minute drive away.
Free (shopping costs vary), 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Dindigul Thalappakatti

End your day with a delicious dinner at Dindigul Thalappakatti, famous for its biryani and other South Indian delicacies.
It's a 25-minute drive from T Nagar.
INR800, 1.5 hours
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