A very engrossing famous landmark at Marina beach Chennai is the massive Chennai Lighthouse. It was built in 1976 by East Coast Constructions and Industries. Housing the meteorological department of Chennai, the lighthouse is a solar-powered equipped and hence eco-friendly. This is one of the few lighthouses globally to accommodate an elevator. The elevator goes straight to the ninth floor of the lighthouse where there is a viewing gallery with binoculars though visitors are allowed only till the ninth floor. The lighthouse gives an aerial picturesque view of the beach, the Bay of Bengal and the promenade of the Marina.
Choose stops closest to Light House: Light House; All India Radio; Ig Office.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
*On Sundays and Special days half an hour extension for visitors
Waiting Time
Entrance Fee
Rs 10 per adult, Rs 5 for children below 12 years (Indian Nationals). for museum, an additional Rs 10 per person.
For foreign nationals, entry fee is Rs 25 for Light House + Rs. 25 for Museum per person Camera fee is Rs 25
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