Chennai Private City Tour: Explore Fort St George, Government Museum and Kapaleeshwar Temple

Chennai (Madras)

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Embark on a private city tour of Chennai and discover the iconic Fort St George, Government Museum, and Kapaleeshwar Temple. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the city with a knowledgeable guide.

Duration: 7 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Fort St. George - Your tour starts with a pick up from the hotel. Afterwards, you will be driven through the city to explore some of its most famous attractions. As part of the sightseeing tour, you will visit Fort St George
the first English fortress in India, founded in 1644. Get some unique insights and stories about the fortress from your guide. Explore the fort complex that currently serves as the state’s legislative assembly.
St Mary’s Church - The fort is a prominent example of military architecture style. You’ll visit popular landmarks inside the fort, including St. Mary’s Church and Wellesley House. Also, head to the Government Museum and Art Gallery, one of the most renowned museums in India, which houses various ancient bronze artifacts and other valuable historical objects.
Kapaleeshwarar Temple - You will also visit the Kapaleeshwar Temple - built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th century CE and dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple showcases the typical Dravidian style of architecture, 120 feet colorful gopuram (gateway tower) with stucco figures adorning it and pillared mandapas (pavilions). The current temple is believed to have been rebuilt using the remains of the original by the Vijayanagar Kingdom in the 16th century after the Portuguese destroyed the original by the seashore in 1566, where now stands the present-day San Thome church. Legend has it that, Parvati - consort of Lord Shiva offered her devotion to Shiva here in the form of a peacock, and in Tamil peacock is called as
Marina Beach - During the sightseeing tour, you will drive past the Madras High Court, Marina Beach, and Flower Market.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
Professional English Speaking guide
All taxes

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Additional Information

Embark on an exclusive sightseeing journey in Chennai that takes you through iconic landmarks like Fort St George, the Government Museum, and more. Pay a visit to the revered Kapaleeshwar Temple and marvel at the awe-inspiring architecture of the Lord Shiva Temple. Along the way, your experienced guide will enhance your understanding of the city’s rich history.