Country: India


Explore the city of Chennai in India, whether on a city break or as part of a longer trip. Short tours and activities for Chennai and nearby attractions are shown below (where available). You can also check out a wide range of guidebooks from the link above and explore flight and accomodation options from our industry leading partners below.


Chennai is the capital of Tamil Nadu and is one of the more spacious and attractive cities in India. With a history stretching back 2,000 years, it has hosted the Portuguese, Dutch, French and British, all of whom have left their mark. Its attractions include the 17th century Fort St. George, St. Mary's Church (the oldest British church in India), Marina Beach and the 18th century Government Museum. George Town, to the north of Fort St George, is an area of small, crowded streets with numerous mosques and Hindu and Jain temples. To the south, Mylapore has many temples including the Kapalishvara temple.

 

Tours of Chennai

There are 9 General tours for Chennai available, click on the icons above for other types of tours.


Price: £12

Duration: day tour

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Evening at the Beach in Chennai: Marina Beach, Covelong Beach or Elliot Beach with Private Transport

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and spend an evening at the beautiful Chennai beach of your choice: Marina Beach, Covelong Beach or Elliot Beach. Kick back and relax as you walk along the shore or lounge by the water while enjoying tasty Indian bites from the food stalls. Enjoy fun activities like surfing, spending time at the beach's notable landmarks ? like the aquarium and amusement park at Marina Beach ? and watching a gorgeous sunset. Convenient round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle is included.


Price: £35

Duration: day tour

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Full Day Chennai Sightseeing Tour

Experience this full day sightseeing tour to Chennai! You will get to visit Fort. St George which houses the secretariat, legislative assembly and Museum and also St. Marys Church which was built in 1678. After this you will them move onwards to see the Government Museum and Art Gallery and then the Kapaleesware Temple!


Price: £26

Duration: 8 hrs

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Full Day Chennai Sightseeing Tour

Discover the capital of Tamil Nadu the oldest British settlement. Visit Fort St George the Cathedral and the Government Museum.


Price: £21

Duration: 4 hrs

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Half Day Chennai Sightseeing Tour

Visit the oldest British settlement at Chennai. See Fort St. George the Government Museum and the Cathedral.


Price: £53

Duration: day tour

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Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum

On this private sightseeing tour of Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, discover the city's architectural diversity with visits to popular landmarks including Fort St George, the Government Museum, the Madras High Court and the Ripon Building. As you explore this bustling metropolis and cultural hub, your private guide will teach you about the fusion of traditional Dravidian (South Indian) styles of architecture with European colonial influences. you'll also discover Chennai's religious diversity while exploring San Thome Cathedral and Kapaleeshwar Temple, and soak in the vibrant beauty of the city with a stroll through a flower market.


Price: £33

Duration: day tour

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Private Tour: Half-Day Chennai Sightseeing with Government Museum and Kapaleeshwar Temple

See Chennai's historical and architectural gems on this half-day private sightseeing tour. Visit Fort St George, the first English fortress in India, and browse interesting art collections and exhibits at the Government Museum, which houses the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside of Europe. Learn about the Dravidian architecture of Kapaleeshwar Temple, built in the 7th century, and enjoy scenic views of Chennai on a drive along Marina Beach.


Price: £10

Duration: day tour

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Small-Group Bazaar Walking Tour in Chennai

Be captivated by the colorful sights, exciting sounds and exotic smells of Chennai's bustling bazaars on this small-group walking tour. In Georgetown, a historic neighborhood in Chennai, follow your fun, knowledgeable English-speaking guide through winding aisles of a vegetable and spice market, both on foot and aboard a rickshaw -- a wonderful immersion into India's food and market culture.


Price: £9

Duration: day tour

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Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour of Mylapore Neighborhood in Chennai

Gain an in-depth insight into local culture and traditions on this small-group walking tour of Chennai's ancient Mylapore neighborhood, said to predate the city by more than 2,000 years. Hear fascinating stories as you follow your guide to a Hindu temple, Christian church and the home of a local priest. You'll also enjoy a fun rickshaw ride through the city streets and top off your morning with a traditional South Indian breakfast. 


Price: £12

Duration: day tour

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Small-Group Tour: Chennai's Churches and Basilicas

Discover the influence of Western religious traditions in India on this small-group tour of Chennai's many churches. Your expert guide will provide interesting and informative commentary, showing you the differences between Roman Catholic, Anglican, Orthodox and Protestant churches and revealing rich stories behind their inception in this region. Walk inside awe-inspiring structures like St Andrew's Church, San Thome Cathedral and Luz Church, among others.

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