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Visit Top 5 Museums In Chennai

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Overview

Chennai is one of the four major cities of India and is also the capital of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is famous for its numerous temples and colorful silks. On this tour explore some of the museums of Chennai that showcase collections ranging from the days of the Pallava Kings to the present day.

Highlights
• Chennai Rail Museum
• Government Museum
• Fort Museum
• Birla Planetarium
• Cholamandal Artists’ Village

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Entrance fees

02 bottles of mineral water per person

Local English speaking guide

Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle

Optional: Lunch

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Food or drink, unless specified

Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What to expect

  1. Chennai Rail Museum

    45 min

    You will be picked up from fixed point / hotel leave for sightseeing.
    The Chennai Rail Museum houses vintage engines and coaches that date back more than a hundred years. The museum has two galleries and several outdoor heritage exhibits that date back to the 1800’s. The museum also has several working scale models of various trains and rare artifacts from the colonial period. Visitors can also enjoy a ride on a Toy Train.

  2. Government Museum

    1 hour

    The Government Museum is a museum of human history and culture located in the neighborhood of Egmore. Started in 1851, it is the second oldest museum in India after the Indian Museum in Kolkata. It is particularly rich in archaeological and numismatic collections. It has the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside Europe. Among them, the colossal Museum Theatre is one of the most impressive. The National Art Gallery is also present on the museum’s premises. Built in the Indo-Saracenic style, it houses rare works of artists like Raja Ravi Varma.

  3. Fort St. George

    1 hour

    Another museum that you will visit is the Fort St. George Museum that was opened to the public in 1948. The museum began with a small collection of objects of the British Raj donated by the then Madras Presidency Government, the St. Mary's Church authorities, the disbanded army units and others. Over the years many objects were acquired by various means and there are now 3 661 registered antiquities in the collection. The best among them are on display in ten galleries of the museum.

  4. Cholamandal Artists' Village

    1 hour

    End the tour with a visit to the Cholamandal Artists' Village that is spread over 10 acres of land just outside Chennai. It is India’s largest self-supporting artists’ village and one of the most successful in Asia.
    Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.

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

  • Most museums remain closed on Mondays, Fridays and National Holidays.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 8 travelers per booking

FAQs about Visit Top 5 Museums In Chennai

Can I cancel Visit Top 5 Museums In 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 6 hours.

Is pickup offered?

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What's included?

  • Entrance fees
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Optional: Lunch
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What's not included?

  • Food or drink, unless specified
  • Gratuities (optional)

Which places does it visit?

It visits Chennai Rail Museum, Government Museum, Fort St. George, Cholamandal Artists' Village.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English.

Operated by SITA World Tours

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