5 Days Exploring Chennai Itinerary

Begin your day with a visit to Fort St. George, the first English fortress in India. For breakfast, stop by Saravana Bhavan for some traditional South Indian fare.

Visit the iconic Marina Beach, one of the longest urban beaches in the world. Have lunch at Mathura Restaurant, which offers a variety of local dishes.

Spend your evening at Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach). It's quieter than Marina Beach and perfect for a relaxing evening stroll. Dine at The Madras Diner for some contemporary Indian cuisine.

Visit the serene Ashtalakshmi Temple located by the sea. Enjoy breakfast at Hotel Saravana Bhavan, another popular spot for South Indian breakfast.

Explore the artistic side of Chennai by visiting the Kalakshetra Foundation, an arts and cultural academy dedicated to classical dance forms. Have lunch at Adyar Ananda Bhavan, known for its sweets and snacks.

Discover Chennai's spiritual heritage with a visit to the historic Luz Church (Shrine of Our Lady of Light). End your day with dinner at Peshawri, offering North-West Frontier cuisine.

Start your day with an insightful walk through George Town on the Chennai George Town Origins Guided Walking Tour. Have breakfast at Kaidi Kitchen, which offers unique jail-themed dining experience.

Continue exploring local culture with a visit to the bustling markets on the tour: Discovering Chennai's Vibrant Markets (2 Hour Guided Walk) . Enjoy lunch at R-Annalakshmi Restaurant , known for its vegetarian dishes .

Spend your evening exploring more heritage sites like A-Ripon Building or relax with some street food on A-Chennai 2 Hour Street Food Walking Tour . Dine at R-Bay View , offering seafood delicacies .

Begin your last day in Chennai by visiting A-Government Museum , showcasing art , archaeology , anthropology exhibits . Breakfast can be enjoyed nearby R-Cafe Mercara Express .

Head over to A-National Art Gallery for more artistic exploration . Lunch can be savored at R-Dakshin Restaurant , known for its traditional South Indian thalis .

Conclude trip spiritual note visit A-Shirdi Sai Baba Temple followed dinner R-Southern Spice offering luxurious dining experience .