Step into the labyrinthine alleys where Chennai began. This isn't a "tour"—it's a portal to the 17th-century East India Company trading post. As a Ministry of Tourism-approved organization and proud IATO member, our Cultural Evangelists reveal the city's hidden power structures. Trace the legacy of the elite Armenian bankers, whose global financial reach once dictated trade, and the enigmatic Dubashes—the bilingual power brokers who wielded the real influence behind the colonial throne. We navigate the vibrant chaos to uncover the secret architecture and stories of the diverse merchants who built Old Madras. Winners of the Outlook Responsible Tourism Award 2025, we ensure your journey directly supports the local merchants and guides who keep this heritage alive. Experience the grit, the glory, and the hidden history of Chennai.

On this tour, we explore the busy neighbourhood of Georgetown. This area consists of well-established specialised bazaars, with small winding streets, warehouses, covered wholesale markets, street stalls and retail shops. Originally called ‘Black Town’, the area came up in the late 1600s after the founding of Fort St. George. Local people settled here to trade and do business with the fort. A portion of Black Town was flattened in the 1700’s, to provide an open area outside Fort St George. The residents of Blacktown re-settled just beyond the open area, in what was called New Black Town. In the mid 1800’s, the open area (old Black Town) was used to construct the grand building of Madras High Court. In 1910, when King George visited India, Blacktown was renamed Georgetown. Today Georgetown continues to be a busy market area, selling everything under the sun: bangles, fabrics, fruits, vegetables, spices, stationery, jewellery, etc.

Embarquez pour un voyage captivant à travers Chennai avec notre « Découvrir le meilleur de Chennai : une journée complète de visite de la ville ». Commencez votre journée par l'impressionnant temple de Kapaleeshwarar, une magnifique ode au Seigneur Shiva, à l'architecture dravidienne. Explorez l'historique Fort Saint-Georges, symbole de la puissance coloniale britannique, et plongez dans le riche passé de Chennai au Musée du Gouvernement. Savourez la cuisine authentique de Chennai lors d'une pause déjeuner avant de profiter de l'énergie vibrante de Marina Beach, l'une des plus longues plages urbaines du monde. Plongez dans la sérénité spirituelle de la basilique San Thome et imprégnez-vous des enseignements de Swami Vivekananda à la Maison Vivekananda. En fin de journée, émerveillez-vous devant la majesté de la Haute Cour de Madras et du Ripon Building, reflets du patrimoine architectural de Chennai. Votre visite mémorable se termine par un retour à votre hôtel, vous laissant de précieux souvenirs de la richesse culturelle de Chennai.

Explorez les points forts de Chennai lors d'une visite privée d'une journée. Visitez le musée Saint-Georges, l'église Sainte-Marie, l'église San Thome, le temple Kapaleeshwarar, le musée gouvernemental et le Sri Ramakrishna Math. Profitez également d'arrêts photo pour admirer des joyaux architecturaux comme la gare centrale, Parry's Corner et la Haute Cour.

Explore Chennai this Heritage and Culinary Exploration Tour of Central Chennai. Our professional driver will greet you at your hotel, airport, or railway station. Begin with a brief overview of the tour, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey. Enjoy hassle-free transfers as you explore Chennai's vibrant markets, historic landmarks, and culinary delights, making this an unforgettable experience.

Unexplored Chennai City Tour is a full day tour to experience unexplored parts of Chennai. The highlights include a visit to a ancient and mysterious temple in North Chennai which has carvings that depict the fertilization of a human egg as well as the formation of a lunar eclipse, the magnificent Kalikambal temple where Shivaji Maharaj the great Maratha King visited incognito, Madras High Court building which is an exquisite specimen of Indo Saracenic style architecture and Chennai Rail Museum with an exquisite collection of vintage railway engines and carriages.