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Once you have stepped inside the Gateway to South India, Chennai you can hardly wait to get around the city which lies with its numerous sightseeing locations, temples, beaches and shopping arenas. However moving around is not a problem as the metropolitan city of Chennai enjoys a wide and efficient network of public transport system. Moving around on foot in Chennai is not advisable owing to the size of the city. Therefore for the visiting traveler, choices are open for taxis, auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws apart from the bus for Getting Around Chennai. Taxi Services Taxis though available in Chennai are however limited and may require prior reservations. Pre paid Taxi services as well as fixed rates tourist taxis are present in Chennai. Pick up and drop from the hotels are available. The rates however should be negotiated before finalizing the deal. Private Taxi operators are present in the city. Auto Services Auto Rickshaws are another popular mode of transport in Chennai and availed by the local public in large numbers. For the visiting tourists it is better to know that the capacity for an auto rickshaw is generally 6-8. However it can be opted for traveling alone too if required by paying an extra charge. The fare may vary according to the distance covered. It may be fixed or charged according to the meter. They are easily spotted on the city roads. Cycle Rickshaw services Cycle rickshaws can be found on the city roads of Chennai very easily. This man drawn carriage is very fun to ride in and the prices generally charged are very reasonable. For short distance traveling there is perhaps no better way than the cycle rickshaws. To have a real taste of the busy Chennai urban life, cycle rickshaws have no match. |
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