Marina Beach walking tour by tourism ministry approved company
Marina beach walk is an immersive walking tour in Chennai, led by a cultural evangelist who will bring alive the cultural heritage of Chennai. It is hosted by a company approved by the ministry of tourism and is a member of Indian Tour Operators Association. Marina Beach is where the pulse of Chennai can be gauged. Soak in the atmosphere and meet the city's people in this walking tour in Chennai. While the statues tell the history of the city, the beach itself is where common people gather to voice their opinion on issues to those in power. This guided walking tour in Chennai is a cultural immersion!
Our company is committed to strengthening local communities. We help train and employ local guides and support local businesses to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent. Our guide will be happy to talk about the community initiatives we undertake.
Options
Group walk without pick up
Group walk: The tour will proceed even if only 1 guest books.
What's included in Marina Beach walking tour by tourism ministry approved company
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Marina beach walk commences at the Lighthouse in Marina, which is a unique one with an elevator to go up the 10 floors. It provides spectacular views of the world's second longest beach. Next in this walking tour in Chennai we will visit the quaint museum inside the Lighthouse which has a fascinating collection of Light House and other maritime equipment from around the world. (Lighthouse is closed on Mondays. On Mondays we will skip this).
We will walk past many statues of prominent citizens of Chennai from the past and present and talk about hoe they shaped the city's history and ethos.
Marina Beach
The best part of this walking tour in Chennai follows! Walk on the beach, soak in the festive atmosphere and listen to the story of Chennai through its statues. There are many statues here each of which tells a part of the story of Chennai. Learn about characters from ancient Tamil epics, freedom fighters as well as poets who revolutionized the thinking of the society. Marina Beach walk is a true cultural immersive experience.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
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Meeting Points
- Our guide will meet you outside the Light House in the Marina Beach.
End Points
- The walk ends at the Parthasarathy temple.
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Ticket Redemption
Please wear clothes that cover the knees and shoulders as we will be visiting one place of worship.
