Chennai Private Tour with Female Guide

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Chennai Private Tour with Female Guide

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 US$86.53  per guest
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 4 guests
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Language
English
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Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Family-friendly, Private Experience
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Explore Chennai with a female guide, uncovering local gems like Marina Beach, lively bazaars, and street food. Experience personalized tours with insider insights into vibrant culture and history.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

What sets my Chennai tours apart is the personal touch and insider knowledge I bring as a local. I will take you to attractions like Marina Beach, Bessy Beach, food streets, shopping bazaars, antique shopping, and nightlife spots. You can savor mouthwatering street food, discover unique shopping spots, and immerse yourself in the city's lively nightlife. My guided tours offer a truly immersive and personalized adventure. They are ideal for adventure seekers, families with children, and cultural enthusiasts. Book with me to experience Chennai through the eyes of a local expert. Gain insider knowledge, enjoy memorable encounters with local traditions, and embark on an enriching journey that highlights the best of Chennai's culture and charm!

What You Get

Lunch
South Indian Meals or Biriyani
Tour Guide: English, Tamil
In-vehicle air conditioning
Air-conditioned vehicle

Good To Know

  • For individuals who cannot eat spicy or acidic foods, drink alcohol, or consume seafood, it is best to choose mild seasonings and herbs, low-acid fruits and juices, mocktails without acidic mixers, and plant-based proteins or non-seafood animal proteins while clearly communicating dietary needs to ensure safe meal choices.
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Lifts / Elevators are available for Disability
  • There are lot of public toilets available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

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Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Mylapore • Iconic Dravidian-style Shiva temple, famous for its colorful gopuram and sacred tank. • Explore the local temple market for souvenirs, flowers, and handicrafts. ✅ OR Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur • Ancient Shiva temple known as the God of Medicines, popular for healing prayers. • Admire its 7-tiered gopuram, temple tank, and Chola architecture.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
2

Santhome Beach

Santhome Cathedral Basilica (Option 1) • Historical Roman Catholic church, built over the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostle. • Beautiful white neo-Gothic architecture and peaceful ambiance. ✅ OR 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM — Velankanni Shrine, Besant Nagar (Option 2) • Popular Catholic church known for miraculous healing, dedicated to Our Lady of Good Health.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
3

Marina Beach

Marina Beach (Option 1) • One of the longest urban beaches in the world, great for photo stops, horse rides, and local snacks. ✅ OR 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM — Besant Nagar (Bessie) Beach (Option 2) • Quieter and cleaner beach, loved for its calm waves and relaxed vibe.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
4

Chennai (Madras)

Lunch at Sangeetha Restaurant (Veg Meals) • Enjoy authentic South Indian vegetarian meals on banana leaf. • Other options nearby: Saravana Bhavan, Adyar Ananda Bhavan for South Indian cuisine.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
5

Pondy Bazaar

Pondy Bazaar (T. Nagar) for Street Shopping • Bustling shopping hub for clothes, accessories, shoes, and souvenirs. • Mix of street-side stalls and branded stores (Max, Westside, Big Bazaar).
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
6

Besant Nagar

Velankanni Shrine, Besant Nagar (Option 2) • Popular Catholic church known for miraculous healing, dedicated to Our Lady of Good Health.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
7

Marundheeswarar Temple Pond

Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur • Ancient Shiva temple known as the God of Medicines, popular for healing prayers. • Admire its 7-tiered gopuram, temple tank, and Chola architecture.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Reviews
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based on 14 reviews
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Tour with Padma
September 02, 2026

Overall, I really enjoyed the tour of Chennai with Padma. I had the best chai I have ever tasted for breakfast, and Padma also stopped at one of her favorite restaurants for lunch, which was very g...read more

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Great tour around Chennai
June 06, 2026

Great tour over the week end during my business trip in India, beautiful temple visit, nice Indian food for lunch and local coffee and beyond expectation shopping expetience. I highly recommend the...read more

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Wonderful and full of variety
May 25, 2026

It was a personalized experience and my guide was wonderful. She was well informed, created a lovely to itinerary and it was a full day with a lot of variety. I would recommend.

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A day well spent. Highly recommend!
May 25, 2026

Fantastic! I had a beautiful trip with Padma. She was incredibly friendly. Padma explained everything to me and is a wonderful storyteller. I was in Chennai for a wedding and was travelling alone. ...read more

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Highly recommend a day with Padma
May 25, 2026

Padma and I shared an amazing day in Chennai. Visited shrines, participated in weddings and even included in their photos. Had amazing food which Padma chose for me and it was fabulous. Went shoppi...read more

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