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
Cruise Terminal pick up drop
Car
Pickup included
Group walk
No pick or drop
Private walk without pick up
Private walk with pick up
hotel pick and drop
Pickup included
Reviews
240 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with Abi
1Mangrove,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with our guide Abi doing the Gods of Mylapore Tour. Abi was patient and knowledgeable. We were a group of three women and he also made us feel safe and went out of his way to ensure we felt comfortable. Thank you Abi. We highly recommend him and this tour.
Mylapore tour
MarcAaron12,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jainath gave us a great tour around Mylapore, the information was really interesting, we saw a wide range of temples/churches.
Authentic cultural experience of Chennai
Nomad42041674354,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even though I went alone, I had an amazing time. He helped me immerse myself in the local culture and introduced me to the traditional filtered coffee ☕️😋 At the end, he made sure I got back to my hotel safely, helping me find a taxi since I didn’t have internet. He was very patient. And he took the best photos of me 🌸😍
Wonderful afternoon in Chennai
Sangeeta K,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome tour. Mr. Natarajan was very thorough with the information. The temples were beautiful and we learned a lot about the history. In the middle we were able to take a detour and visit my father’s childhood home too! Truly a special experience we will never forget. Thank you!
Great walking tour of Mylapore
rahulkX4469XU,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very nice tour of the major temples and places of worship with Natarajan. Our 3 teenagers enjoyed it and he shared lots of information about the history and architecture of the buildings. Walking was a thrilling adventure and we were even able to take a detour to see another site that was not on the itinerary. He remained focused but flexible. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a good way to spend an afternoon in Chennai.
This was an amazing and...
Michael Z,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing and informational experience. Our guide, kannan was incredibly informative and taught us so much about Chennai, Hinduism and other religions, and India as a whole.
Fascinating sites, top-notch guide. Left with a much deeper religious understanding
rzuckerman2,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We've traveled a lot, and this was truly one of the most interesting tours we've been on! Chennai has incredibly rich religious history and traditions, and this tour is the best way to see a few of the highlights. Our guide, Kannan, was deeply knowledgeable and hospitable. We highly, highly recommend.
A really great guide on a fascinating tour
B4629TNjenniferg,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on the Mylapore tour with my guide Natarajan today. He arrived early and it was a wonderful experience, nothing was too much trouble. I have had highly experienced guides in the past who were not as knowledgeable or as accomodating to my needs. I really recommend this tour from a very kind and considerate man. Do it!
Definitely recommend even on a rainy day
Navigator34348628423,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great tour of Mylapore with Natarajan - the temples were amazing and he had lots of interesting information about the places we visited and the history of Chennai more generally. Also enjoyed the stop for filter coffee and to talk about South Indian food. He accommodated some changes to the tour despite a lot of rain so we could still see the sights. Would definitely recommend!
Chennai temples
susanrC368QA,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour guide natarajan who was knowledgeable and friendly. Would recommend him100 percent. He went over his allocated time and didn’t worry!
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