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The 4 Best Chennai Market Tours

4 tours  ·  from $35 a head

The good chennai market tours sell out first, and the early departures go before the rest. Below: the 4 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.

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Private Bazaar Trail Walking Tour in George Town

1.Private Bazaar Trail Walking Tour in George Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $68Our pick

Walk through George Town with a private Storytrails guide such as Lakshmi or Krishna, hearing local folklore and daily-life stories while exploring Kotwal Chavadi Market. Headsets help in the crowded lanes. Expect about 2.5 hours on foot, conservative dress, and comfortable shoes.

“This was a really wonderful tour - the one we enjoyed the most in Chennai. We actually had two guides - Lakshmi and a new guide (whose name I am ashamed to say I have forgotten!). Their English was first class, and they had great stories to tell and explanations of tRead more”

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Food Trail Through Sowcarpet Market: A Taste of Chennai - The first bites: chaat and savory street food
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Food Trail Through Sowcarpet Market: A Taste of Chennai

2.Food Trail Through Sowcarpet Market: A Taste of Chennai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $45

Meet your guide at 4pm outside Joonus Sait and Sons for a 2.5-hour walk through Sowcarpet Market. Taste chaat, murukku sandwich, thattu idli, pal kova, lassi, tea, and other snacks while learning about Chennai food customs. The private tour serves groups of up to 10.

“Rajesh was great. He explained what the dishes were and what to expect throughout the tour. He had exceptional English and a great sense of humour. We got on like old friends. Great tour.”

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Shopping and Bazaar trail in Chennai - Koyambedu Market before the heat
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Shopping and Bazaar trail in Chennai

3.Shopping and Bazaar trail in Chennai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $90

Start early at Koyambedu Market, then visit Chennai’s leather and antique quarter, a flea or fish market, and Victoria Technical Institute. Your guide handles local shopping and lunch, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Guides may include Nivi, Hareesh, Jainaith, or Nichee.

“This was an amazing tour of the markets (flower, vegetable, and fish). Our excellent guide, Hareesh,also took us to many other interesting sights in Chennai. These included a 12 kilometers long beach, old British buildings (beautiful architectureRead more”

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Delicious Food Trail: Explore Sowcarpet Market's Culinary Delight - Starting at Joonus Sait and Sons at 4pm
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Delicious Food Trail: Explore Sowcarpet Market’s Culinary Delight

4.Delicious Food Trail: Explore Sowcarpet Market’s Culinary Delight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $35Best value

Meet your guide, possibly Rajesh, at Joonus Sait and Sons at 4pm for a private 2.5-hour walk through Sowcarpet. Sample chaats, sweets, drinks, murukku sandwich, thattu idli, and pal kova while learning local food customs and trivia.

“Great experience! Lots of delicious food and a very knowledgable guide. I ate lots of local bites and was told some history of Chennai.”

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