Overview
Put on your walking shoes and get ready to explore the streets of Sowcarpet - one of the oldest markets in Chennai for a scrumptious food trail. Walk through the market sampling the very best local street food. And that is simply for starters.
Fascinating stories and great food vie for your attention on a trail that is best experienced on an empty stomach! Hear stories of men and women and their passion for food, of local food fetishes, and of jealously guarded secret recipes.
Highlights
• Walk through one of the oldest markets of Chennai
• Sample street foods
• Hear tales about people and their passion for food
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Snacks
Local English speaking guide
Food tasting (excluding beverages)
Food or drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
What to expect
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Sowcarpet
2 hours
Meet your local guide at 04:00 p.m. at Sowcarpet market. Your guide will then take you to some of the best street food stalls of the area.
Sweet and savory dishes like the Murukku sandwich, Thattu idly and Palkova are some of the foods you will get to sample on this trail. Understand local food habits, customs and superstitions and take back fascinating trivia related to the origins and varieties of popular local foods. So come, if you are a foodie, adventurous and very, very hungry. The tour price includes all the street food you can eat on this trail. We believe that dinner is not necessary after this.
At the end of the trail your guide will walk you back to the starting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Name and gender as on passport, passport number, expiry date and country of issuance are required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Food trail in Sowcarpet - Chennai
Can I cancel Food trail in Sowcarpet - Chennai for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–4 hours.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Snacks
- Local English speaking guide
- Food tasting (excluding beverages)
What's not included?
- Food or drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by SITA World Tours
