Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
Overview
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3 hours
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Mylapore walking tour in Chennai will demystify Hindu Gods & Temple rituals. It is organised by a tourism ministry approved company which is also a member of IATO. From far, the thousands of Hindu Gods and complex rituals in temples look bewildering! Our Cultural Evangelist will demystify the reason for so many Gods and purpose of Temple rituals.
Relics of St Thomas are a highlight of the Mylapore walking tour in Chennai. Visit the Shrine in San Thome Basilica to see relics like a small bone of St Thomas, the head of the lance with which the Saint was pierced and an ancient painting of Our Blessed Mother.
Mylapore walking tour in Chennai. comes with an opportunity to savor the taste of the iconic Filter Coffee of Mylapore.
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. We are proud winners of the Outlook Responsible Tourism Award for 2025.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Chennai walk is set in Mylapore, an ancient site with written records dating back to the 1st century AD. It is a land of many Gods! We will begin the walking tour in Chennai at Kapaaleswar Temple, the most famous temple in Mylapore. The Temple is the epicenter of Mylapore and our guide will demystify all the fantastic rituals that are happening in the temple!
Sri Ramakrishna Math
Next in our Chennai walk we will visit the monastery and universal temple of Ramakrishna, one of India's greatest philosophers. Our cultural evangelist will explain his contribution to Indian philosophy, his belief in harmony of religions. His stellar work in acting as a bridge between the ancient and modern worlds.
What‘s Included
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Group walk
No pick or drop
Cruise Terminal pick up drop
Car
Pickup included
Private walk with pick up
hotel pick and drop
Pickup included
Private walk without pick up
Reviews
278 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Many gods and religions of chennai
Trek48662371357,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience great guide we enjoyed getting a good overview of the different religions of the city and a local taste of filter coffee
Very good walking tour of Mylapore
familytravel007,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a great walking tour of Mylapore with Jainath from 5 Senses. He explained what we were seeing very clearly and answered all our questions. He told lots of interesting stories and was very generous with his time. Thanks so much for a great walk, Jainath.
Temples and history
jo od324,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was very friendly and accommodating and quite knowledgeable of all the spiritual aspects of the tour. We did a couple of detours at my request
Visit to the English heritage in Chennai, to the Saint-Thomas basilica and to the Hindu temple
Miek D,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well prepared, a lot of good info, many photo opportunities, big variety of buildings and views. An excellent way to see a lot of Chennai in a short period
Business trip to Chennai
mgmferretti,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice quick tour of Chennai with colleagues during a business trip. Unfortunately we did not have enough time for enjoying the whole visit. So recommend to plan enough time and consider traffic
Guided tour of the sights of Chennai!
U273VEmarke,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very interesting and informative trip, with an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and revealed lots of interesting information. Would definitely recommend!
I will treasure this incredible experience forever!
JennyR2880,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jainath was so wonderful and knowledgable. It was very special and I will hold the powerful memories of this tour forever. I loved especially walking the streets and learning about the fruits and market vegetables and enjoying a delicious coffee too! What an incredible experience- I will treasure it. Thank you!
A Solo Traveler’s Rain-Soaked, Soul-Filled Adventure
WanderersLife808,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ As a solo traveler, joining Satish’s “Gods of Mylapore” tour was an absolute highlight—and yes, the rain came along for the adventure. Satish made everything feel welcoming and fun from the start, even as we splashed through puddles. I found myself feeding cows grass like a local and smashing coconuts with great enthusiasm (and mild confusion), all while learning fascinating stories about the gods, temples, and traditions of Mylapore. Satish’s humor and warmth made it easy to feel included, never awkward or alone, and the rain somehow made the experience even more memorable. If you’re traveling solo and want a cultural experience that’s informative, interactive, and genuinely fun—rain or shine—Satish is the guide to book. 🌧️🥥🐄🙏
Great, wonderful esperience!
Nicola B,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a unique experience: a full immersion into wonderful temples and a couple of places which I think allows you to really breath the everyday life in Chennai and its spirit. Kannan as a guide is superb: I learned a lot of the hindusit temples, their history and culture. Absolutely recommended!
A must if you want to discover Chennai
benedetta p,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was the best part of my holiday in Chennai!! Hareesh, the guide, was so friendly, clear and helpful since we met: he explain everything in a very clear way, easy to understand for a person at her first time in India! He mixed culture (the sites we were are wonderful!) with traditions and clear explanations… I couldn’t ask for a better guide than him!! Thanks Hareesh!!
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