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Our pick of the 15 best chennai tours in India: what you actually see, how long each one runs, and what you can expect to pay.
2-hour guided Chennai walking tour starting at Kapaleeshwarar Temple, mixing temples, St. Thomas Church, beach, coffee stops, and local stories.
Most Popular“Really great tour. Our guide Tharun, was very knowledgeable about the area amd gave us different options of what we would like to see. Would recommend!”
A private 6-hour Chennai day mixing Hindu temples, colonial-era landmarks, Marina Beach views, and cathedrals, with guide, tickets, and pickup.
“It was a very good guided tour leaded profesionally by Mr Nandhakumar where with the driver Mr Karthick we went to different places as listed in the intenerary. For each one, I had the opportunity to learn about the Indian culture and museums which were described very well by Mr Nandhakumar. The travelling car was…”
Private day tour from Chennai to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram, visiting major Shiva-Vishnu temples and UNESCO carvings with an English guide.
Half-day Chennai tour with Kapaleeshwarar Temple, St. Thomas Basilica, Marina Beach, Egmore Museum, and St. George Fort, plus colonial stops.
Walk Chennai’s markets in 2 hours: George Town lanes, flower garlands, spice smells, textile finds, with local storytelling for $18.
“Hanno cancellato la visita un’ora prima senza offrire alternative, avevo fatto un’ora e mezza di Uber per arrivare.”
A 2-hour Chennai street food walk with an English-Hindi guide, local tastings, and markets. Price $18 with food and a drink included.
“Our guide, George, was really good. He asked us what foods we liked and didn't like and took us around lots of food stalls. We tried things, and went to places we never would have tried on our own. It was excellent value and a great experience.”
Walk Chennai’s Shiva-to-Lakshmi temples in 2 hours with a friendly English/Hindi guide, hidden lanes, and local tips for $18.
“Guide didn’t show up, and the company never answered our call or message. So disrespectful with customers! DON’T BOOK THIS TOUR, ITS SCAM!”
Private guided day trip from Chennai to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram, seeing Shore Temple, Rathas, and top temples plus sari shopping.
“We had a great driver Mr Ram Kumar. Guides were included. We were not allowed in the temples as we are foreigners. Though it is not the company’s fault. But it’s a thumbs up for all foreigners n non Hindus.”
A guided Mylapore cultural walk in Chennai visiting Ramakrishna Math, Kapaleeswarar Temple, Jain Temple and St Thomas Basilica.
“Great tour guide. Kannan was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We got to see four different temples and as we only had limited free time, this tour fitted in perfectly.”
Private 12-hour Chennai to Pondicherry day trip: Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville Matrimandir, French Quarter, beaches, churches, museum.
Walk Chennai’s George Town origins from Fort St George to St Mary’s Church, High Court, Parrys Corner and Armenian markets in a small group.
“Thank you to Satish for sharing the history of Chennai with such knowledge and intelligence - from its East India Company roots and the growth of its political and trading past at Fort St George, as well as taking us beyond the immediate historic legacy of this aspect of the city: to Parrys corner and…”
A 2-hour guided foot walk through Chennai’s bazars from King George V Statue: street culture, stories, and practical market tips for $12.
A guided four-hour Chennai loop covering Marina Beach, Fort St. George, and Kapaleeshwarar Temple, with AC transport, snacks, and local context.
“La visite de la basilique Saint Thomas a été le point fort de la balade. Pour le reste, j'ai été très déçu de l'attitude du guide, qui ne m'a pas laissé le temps de prendre des photos, du phare, et des divers monuments que nous avons tout juste vue derrière la vitre de la voiture,…”
Chennai Sowcarpet street food walk with Murukku sandwich, Vada Pav, Kesar lassi, Jalebi and Aloo Tikki, guided in English.
“It was a pleasure to meet Neeshanth, learn about his city, life in India and of course sample the amazing food options in Chennai. He tailored the tour to our tastes and enabled us to try stuff we’d probably skip if we were on our own. Go hungry.”
Private tuk-tuk day in Chennai: Marina Beach sunrise, St. Thome Cathedral, Pattinampakkam fish market, Broadway sights, Sowcarpet street-food walk.
“Some confusion as to which of their tours we were doing (they took us to a first stop that was not on our itinerary) but they quickly corrected it and the rest of the tour was smooth. Guide is a Chennai native and very knowledgeable of the city and navigation. Excellent driver as well. Due…”
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