Chennai City Cultural Walk Tour
Chennai
2 Hours
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Fixed Departures
2 Hours
Group Activity
2 to 8 people
English & Hindi
Response time: 2 - 24 hours
Trip Overview
Want to give yourself an offbeat experience in Chennai? Take a cultural tour of Chennai and explore the authentic and popular attractions of the city.
Highlights
- Visit the must-visit attractions of Chennai, like Santhome Cathedral, Vivekananda House, and Marina Beach.
- Discover the historical facts and cultural significance of the city.
- Stroll the lanes of Chennai with an experienced guide.
Chennai City Cultural Walk Tour Overview
- If taking a tour via vehicle seems old-school, then this cultural walk of Chennai is aptly designed for you. Chennai, the gateway to south India, is a thriving city with an active art and culture community. This cultural walking tour will give you a great introduction to the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people, with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts, and must-do things in the city. So why hop on a vehicle when you can walk around and giggle.https://docs.google.com/document/d/12-XlYRVZnjv0wa-mjjMeRsyIftq0YpB6M_xFw1hXaqQ/edit
Chennai City Cultural Walk Tour Itinerary
- You are requested to report at the entrance of Kapaleeswara temple by 9:00 AM or 5:00 AM, as per the time chosen.
- Meet the guide here, have a quick introduction session, and start the tour.
- In this tour, you will be visiting the following places:
- Kapaleeswarar temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the ancient temples built in the 7th century CE and follows Dravidian architecture.
- Jama Mosque is one of the most majestic mosques in India.
- Santhome Cathedral: It was built by Portuguese explorers over the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of the 12 disciples of Jesus.
- Stroll the old lanes, winding streets, and the Academy of Western Music.
- Lighthouse: This lighthouse is facing the Bay of Bengal, and one can witness the best view of the beach from it.
- Marina Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Chennai.
- Kamarajar Statue, who was a leader of INC, and Mahatma Gandhi Statue.
- Vivekananda house and museum: This was known as the Icehouse, and it is said that Swami Vivekananda stayed at this place after attending the conference in Chicago.
- Your tour will come to an end here at the Vivekananda House and Museum.
Basic Details
Start Point
Kapaleeshwarar temple, Chennai
Finish Point
Vivekananda House, Chennai
Start time
9:00 am
5:00 pm
Category
Trip Code
O793A2976
Inclusions
- Service of a knowledgeable guide.
- Tour as per the itinerary.
- Local tips and recommendations.
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Important Information
- The tour involves a moderate amount of walking.
- All guests are requested to wear comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses/sunscreen, an umbrella, hats or scarves, and a camera if interested in photography.
- Children below 5 years of age (accompanied by an adult) are not charged for the tour.
- Children aged between 5 and 12 will be charged half the adult price.
- During the tour, the guests are requested to bring the following: a water bottle, camera and its accessories to enjoy photography, sunglasses, sunscreen and umbrella (in case of rainy season or summer).
Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- Entrance gate of Kapaleeswara Temple.
- The local person's contact details will be shared in the booking voucher which is sent via email.
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