5 Days Exploring Chennai and Salem Itinerary

Begin your morning with a relaxing stroll along Marina Beach, one of the longest urban beaches in the world. Have breakfast at Rayar's Mess, famous for its authentic South Indian dishes.

Take part in the fascinating Chennai Marina Beach Heritage Walk to learn about the history and significance of this area. Enjoy lunch at Mathura Restaurant, known for its North Indian cuisine.

Visit the serene Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach) and unwind by the shore. For dinner, try out some seafood specialties at Bay View.

Start your day with a visit to the majestic Madras High Court, an architectural marvel from the colonial era. Enjoy breakfast at Saravana Bhavan, popular for its wide variety of South Indian dishes.

Explore the historical significance of Ripon Building, another colonial-era structure. Have lunch at Vegetarian Restaurant - Hotel Saravana Bhavan which offers delightful vegetarian options.

End your day with a spiritual experience at the tranquil Ashtalakshmi Temple. Dine at Peshawri for an exquisite North-West Frontier cuisine experience.

Return to Chennai early in the morning (approx 4 hours by car). Start your final day with a visit to Little Mount & St Thomas Mount (Chinnamalai & Parangi Malai) offering panoramic views of Chennai cityscape while learning about their historical importance.Little Mount & St Thomas Mount (Chinnamalai & Parangi Malai). Have breakfast nearby at Adyar Ananda Bhavan well-known chain offering diverse options including sweets & snacks.

Explore Government Museum showcasing rich collection spanning across various disciplines including archaeology numismatics zoology etc.Government Museum. Lunch can be enjoyed nearby restaurant Mathsya specializing vegetarian fare especially thalis .

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Travel to Salem early in the morning (approx 4 hours by car). Begin your exploration with a visit to Kottai Mariamman Temple known for its vibrant atmosphere and local significance. Have breakfast at one of Salem's popular spots like Sri Saravana Bhavan.

Discover more about Salem’s history by visiting Sankagiri Fort which offers panoramic views of the city. Enjoy lunch at Hotel Lakshmi Prakash renowned for its traditional South Indian meals.

Stroll through Anna Park in Yercaud nearby Salem which is perfect for an evening walk amidst nature’s beauty. Dine at GRT Nature Trails Sky Rocca known for its multi-cuisine offerings.