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!
- 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.
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Camera tickets at monuments (if applies)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
During this walk, you will visit the temple in the company of our knowledgeable guide. We will also walk through the surrounding areas, where you can see Mylapore in all its crowded chaos. The jewellers, silk merchants, fruit and vegetable sellers and the flower vendors in the bazaars provide a colourful backdrop to the temple. The walk takes us through small lanes with old-style homes, through silk shops, stores selling music and religious memorablia, ‘kutcheri’ auditoriums, etc.
Visit the Kapaleeshwara Temple, the Santhome Church, and walk through the by-lanes of Mylapore during this 3-hour tour. The tour is mostly on foot with a short stretch in an auto-rickshaw (local tuk-tuk) that are arranged and included in the tour and it will end with south Indian refreshments.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
