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Georgetown walk
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Georgetown heritage walking tour in Chennai about the founding of Chennai

By 5 Senses Walks Chennai
4.5 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$81 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

This Chennai walk is led by a cultural evangelist who will bring alive the heritage and legacy of Chennai's first settlement. in this walk we will trace the evolution of George Town as the trading post for East Indian Company in the 17th century to its modern avatar as the trading hub of Chennai.

Experience cultural diversity in this walking tour in Chennai at streets where traders from many nationalities and communities used to ply their trade including Armenian merchants.

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. Our guide will be happy to talk about the community initiatives we undertake.

Activity location

  • Fort St. George
    • St. George Street,
    • Chennai (Madras), India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Fort Saint George
    • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Group tour- without pick up
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Group walk: Walk is not private and other guests may join. Guests needs to arrive at starting point.

Language options: English
Starting time: 4:00 pm
Price details
NZ$81.10 x 1 AdultNZ$81.10
Total
Price is NZ$81.10
Private tour without pick up
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 4:00 pm
Price details
NZ$97.32 x 1 AdultNZ$97.32
Total
Price is NZ$97.32
Private tour with pick up
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 3:30 pm
Price details
NZ$129.76 x 1 AdultNZ$129.76
Total
Price is NZ$129.76

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedCoffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Fort St. George
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
We will commence the walk at the first English Fortress built in 1644 by the East India Company. During this visit we will the Museum inside the Fort to understand how the British came to dominate India , their rule and finally how India won its independence. Note the museum will be closed on Fridays. We will also visit St Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican Church of India.
St Mary's Church
  • 15m
Visit the oldest Anglican Church of India to appreciate the "Last Supper".
George Town
  • 15m
Explore the site of a couple of Old Lighthouses which were functional during the times of East India Company.
Dare House #234
  • 15m
This is an iconic art deco building steeped in history. It was the head quarters of Parrys company which was named after Thomas Parry who was welsh and one of the first free merchants of Chennai. The building is named after his John Dare, his business partner
Madras High Court
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Set up in 1862 by a decree from Queen Victoria, the High court serves the state of Tamil Nadu today. We will narrate the events in 1914 during the Word War I, that led to an attack on this building by German submarines. This is one of the highlights of this walking tour in Chennai.
Armenian Church
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
This Chennai walk takes us past the street where Armenian refugees set up trade for silk, spices & gems 300 years ago. Visit the unique Armenian Church for an immersive experience.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESFort St. George
    • St. George Street,
    • Chennai (Madras), India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFort Saint George
    • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEC1 Flower Bazaar Police Station
    • Rattan Bazaar Road
    • 600001, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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