🌅 Morning: Temples & Heritage Walk
1. Kapaleeshwarar Temple (6:30 AM – 7:30 AM) 🛕
- A 700-year-old Dravidian-style temple in Mylapore.
- Offers a peaceful spiritual start to the day.
📍 Location: Mylapore
⏳ Time Needed: 30-45 mins
2. Santhome Basilica (7:45 AM – 8:15 AM) ⛪
- A beautiful white Gothic-style church with a rich history.
- Built over St. Thomas’ tomb, one of Christ’s 12 apostles.
📍 Location: Near Marina Beach
⏳ Time Needed: 30 mins
🍽️ Breakfast Stop (8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)
- Sangeetha Veg Restaurant – South Indian classics like dosa & filter coffee.
- Ratna Cafe – Famous for idli with ghee sambar.
🏛️ Late Morning: History & Museums (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
3. Government Museum & Egmore Art Gallery 🎨
- One of India’s oldest museums, showcasing ancient artifacts, coins & art.
- Don’t miss the Bronze Gallery & Mummy exhibit.
📍 Location: Egmore
⏳ Time Needed: 1.5 – 2 hours
🌊 Afternoon: Marina Beach & Coastal Vibes (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM)
4. Marina Beach 🏖️
- India’s longest beach, perfect for a relaxing walk.
- Visit the statues of Mahatma Gandhi & Kannagi.
📍 Location: Near Triplicane
⏳ Time Needed: 30 mins
🍽️ Lunch Stop (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Murugan Idli Shop – For soft idlis & traditional meals.
- Ponnusamy Hotel – Authentic Chettinad flavors.
🛍️ Evening: Shopping & Local Markets (3:30 PM – 6:00 PM)
5. T. Nagar Shopping 🛍️
- The busiest shopping district in Chennai.
- Buy Kanjivaram sarees, jewelry, and handicrafts.
📍 Location: T. Nagar
⏳ Time Needed: 1.5 – 2 hours
6. Parry’s Corner & Georgetown Markets 🏺
- Great for souvenirs, spices, and traditional items.
📍 Location: Parry’s Corner
⏳ Time Needed: 1 hour
🌆 Sunset & Nightlife: Rooftop Dining & City Lights
7. Besant Nagar Beach (6:30 PM – 7:30 PM) 🌅
- Enjoy a beautiful sunset at Elliot’s Beach.
- Visit the nearby Ashtalakshmi Temple.
📍 Location: Besant Nagar
⏳ Time Needed: 1 hour
🍽️ Dinner Stop (8:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
- Bay View at Vivanta – Beachfront dining with seafood.
- The Flying Elephant (Park Hyatt) – Luxury dining & rooftop bar.
🎭 Optional Night Activity (10:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
- Phoenix MarketCity – For last-minute shopping or a movie.
- 10 Downing Street – Chennai’s best pub for drinks & music.