Splendid Chennai: Private Half Day Tour of Chennai

Your tour includes a convenient pick-up from your hotel, airport, or railway station in Chennai. Our driver and guide will meet you on time for a smooth and comfortable start to your day. Note: The tour is expected to begin between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM (approximately).

Your tour begins with a visit to the famous Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore. This 7th-century temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its tall and colorful gopuram (tower) covered with beautiful carvings. Feel the spiritual atmosphere as you explore the temple complex and watch devotees in prayer.

Next, take a short walk through the traditional Brahmin streets called Agraharam. Here you will see old houses, small shrines, and locals going about their daily rituals. Enjoy a cup of authentic South Indian filter coffee prepared by the Brahmins, giving you a taste of true Chennai hospitality.

Continue to one of Chennai’s busiest fish markets. Watch local fishermen and women selling freshly caught fish. The market is full of life, sounds, and colours, offering you a real look into Chennai’s daily life.

Drive along Marina Beach, India’s longest urban beach. See people walking, children playing, and vendors selling snacks by the shore. You can also spot horseback rides along the sand, adding to the lively scene of this famous beach.

Visit the beautiful Santhome Church, built over the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostle. This white Gothic-style church has colourful stained-glass windows and a peaceful atmosphere, reflecting Chennai’s colonial and Christian heritage.

End your tour with a visit to the Government Museum. This museum is one of the oldest in India and has a rich collection of art, archaeology, and natural history. It is a great place to learn more about South India’s culture and heritage.

During your tour, you will pass by and can stop for photos at some of Chennai’s famous landmarks. You will see the red-brick Chennai Central Railway Station, the historic Fort St. George and Secretariat, and the beautiful neoclassical Ripon Building. You can also take photos at the busy Parry’s Corner Market, the Victory War Memorial near Marina Beach, the Royapuram Bridge with its city views, and the colourful streets of Broadway. Each spot shows a different side of Chennai, from its colonial past to its lively present.