Mylapore Walking Tour: Exploring Temples, Bazaars, and Local Culture with Wonder Tours
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15 Ratings
Chennai
Embark on a 3-hour walking tour of Mylapore, Chennai's vibrant neighborhood, and immerse yourself in its temples, bazaars, and local culture. Explore the Kapaleeshwara Temple, Santhome Church, and stroll through the bustling streets filled with jewellers, silk merchants, and flower vendors. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the authentic charm of Mylapore!
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mylapore - This is a walk through the Mylapore neighbourhood in the heart of Chennai. It is a 2000 year old village that predates the city itself and is the nub of local culture.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • All fees and taxes covered
  • Professional guide services
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Camera tickets at monuments (if applies)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

On this journey, you’ll explore the temple alongside our well-informed guide. We’ll also traverse the bustling neighborhoods around it, providing a glimpse into Mylapore’s vibrant bustle. The backdrop of the temple is enriched with jewelers, silk traders, fresh produce sellers, and flower vendors in the markets. The journey will meander through narrow alleys, featuring traditional homes, silk emporiums, outlets offering musical and religious artifacts, and ‘kutcheri’ auditoriums.

Embark on a 3-hour excursion to the Kapaleeshwara Temple and Santhome Church, and wander the narrow streets of Mylapore. Mostly a walking tour, there is a brief rickshaw ride (local tuk-tuk) incorporated within, arranged and covered in the tour cost. The journey will conclude with some delightful South Indian refreshments.

Location
Rasi Silks - Radha Silk Emporium
Kesava Perumal Sannathi Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Annech795yi
Jan 14, 2024
Historical Temple and church tour ! - Rajesh was our tour guide.He is very knowledgeable and knows the history about the places.Interesting to know about the link between temple and church.
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859wilsonk
Oct 24, 2023
Mylapore tour - Rajesh was knowledgeable,helpful and friendly.He great sight of Chennai including traditional things.We had great coffee at Mylapore.
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Coastal58042963333
Sep 15, 2023
Great walk - Very knowledgeable and friendly. Luckily we had beautiful weather to go with the fun walking tour. Great doasa at restaurant.
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H6793rhjacobk
Aug 7, 2023
Great experience with Wonder tours - An absolutely lovely evening. Very knowledgable guide, friendly and engaging.We both learned such a lot about the city and history.We would recommend this tour.
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Billgc8713do
Jun 21, 2023
Must to do in Chennai !! - Rajesh was a very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable guide.He was very patient in explaining all the points of interest on the temple tour.Definitely made the experience very enjoyable for us.
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Y9345lhlindak
Apr 28, 2023
Amazing walking tour - Our best moment in Chennai! Rajesh was friendly and very passionate.Great history about temple and the church.
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F795ntalann
Apr 13, 2023
Informative!! - The tour was great with visiting temple and church. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly.He provided lot of information about history and the culture.Great breakfast at end.
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Richardml9114hz
Mar 26, 2023
Amazing - We went over the history of Mylapore and did a bit of walking on our half day tour. We ended the tour in a low key restaurant which served great Dosa.Rajesh did an amazing job and I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to the city tour.
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Safari09259749706
Nov 2, 2022
Excellent walking tour! - Our tour guide rajesh was so nice and knowledgeable. Very detailed historical stories.Great snacks at end.Highly recommend this tour.
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Alexzane94
Oct 17, 2022
Incredible tour! - This is highly recommended tour.We saw a lot and learned a lot.Rajesh was knowledgeable and respectful tour guide.
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