Snake Park - History, Timings & Entry Fee

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Distance (From Chennai Central Railway Station): 12 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins - 1 Hr

Place Location: Next To Guindy National Park

Transportation Options: Cab / Auto / Walk/Trek

Travel Tips: None

At a distance of 12 Kms from Chennai Central Railway Station (next to Guindy National Park), The Snake Park is a popular spot with most visitors to the city. Established in 1972, the park has been home to a wide range of snakes, from the deadly King Cobra to pythons, vipers and other reptiles.

The Snake Park has become a breeding point of endangered pythons in the country. A museum of preserved specimens of reptiles and amphibian's is an added attraction.

Adjacent to the Snake Park, there is a Children's Park with a collection of birds and animals. This area also houses a play park for the kids. The elephant and pony rides are popular with the children visiting this park.

Timings missing 8.30 AM - 5.30 PM, Closed on Tuesday.
Adult: Rs 5/-, Child: Rs 1/-
Still Camera: Rs 5/-, Digital camera: 20/-, Video Camera: Rs 100/-