6 days in Chennai Itinerary

Chennai, a city hailed for its vibrant atmosphere and historic attractions, remains one of the most visited places in India.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Express Avenue Mall and The Forum Vijaya Mall. Get in touch with nature at Marina Beach and The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology. Get out of town with these interesting Chennai side-trips: Mahabalipuram (Arjuna's Penance, Raya Gopura, & more) and Covelong Beach (in Covelong). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Besant Nagar Beach, get a taste of the local shopping with Phoenix Marketcity, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kapaleeshwarar Temple, and don't miss a visit to Agatheeswaran Akilandeswari Temple , Nungambakkam.

To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Chennai trip site .

In October, daily temperatures in Chennai can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can travel back home.