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

4 h
Private
Half Day
About this activity
You’ll be picked up from your Chennai hotel in the morning and taken on a sightseeing tour by private vehicle. Visit Fort St George, the oldest English fortress in India, founded in 1644. Learn how it now serves as the headquarters for the legislative assembly of the state of Tamil Nadu.

Inside, tour St Mary's Church, Wellesley House and the Fort Museum, where you’ll see relics from British rule in India including weapons, coins, medals and uniforms.

Then, head to the Indo-Saracenic-style Government Museum (also called the Madras Museum), which is the second-oldest museum in India and houses the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside of Europe!

With your guide, browse an impressive collection of paintings and sculptures, both traditional and modern, and explore diverse exhibits featuring archaeological findings, coins, sculptures, palm-leaf manuscripts and Amravati paintings, as well as rare works from famous Indian artists like Raja Ravi Varma.

Afterward, drive to Kapaleeshwar Temple, built in the 7th century and dedicated to the goddess Shiva. Learn about its Dravidian architecture, which is evident in its gopuram (ornate monumental tower).

Before returning to your hotel, drive along Marina Beach for fantastic views of Chennai’s beautiful landscape.
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Included
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Fort St. George
  • Entry/Admission - Kapaleeshwarar Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Government Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Fort Museum
  • Entry/Admission - St Mary's Church
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
80%
Reviews
4.2
5
J
Jonathan S
5 | 2017-08-20

The local guide was SO informative and professional. He also really made me feel comfortable and safe. I would love to take this tour again. So much history to absorb!

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gary w
3 | 2016-11-18

Could be more comprehensive.

R
Robin M
5 | 2014-12-17

We enjoyed our tour! Our guide and driver were very attentive and courteous. They even worked it out to pick us up at the port and then drop us off at the airport. We highly recommend using Viatour. They have many options and will work for you from all over the world!

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