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Sri City
Visit Sri City only for a half‑day stop (30 min‑1 h) to see the business park or Satish Dhawan Space Centre, then return to Chennai.
Sri City is a planned industrial zone north of Chennai, best suited to a brief stop for business visitors or a quick look at the nearby space centre and Pulicat Lake. No dedicated tourist infrastructure, so most travellers spend a few hours and stay elsewhere.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Sep (hot, humid)
- Airport
- MAA
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Sri City112 ▾
- Police/ambulance112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Sri City, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay alert in crowded areas and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police/ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMAA Chennai International Airport (≈56 km (35 mi) by NH5, 1 h by car).MAA Chennai International Airport (≈35 mi (56 km) by NH5, 1 h by car).
- Getting aroundTaxis or rideshare from Chennai (≈₹1,400 for a 4‑person Indica).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (street vendor)₹40–70 (≈ under US$1)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi 5 km (3.1 mi)Taxi 3.1 mi (5 km)₹150–200 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedHotel room, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedHotel room, a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedHotel room, a night, per room₹6,000 (≈ US$70)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₹4,000 (≈ US$50)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MAA Chennai International Airport (≈56 km (35 mi) by NH5, 1 h by car)MAA Chennai International Airport (≈35 mi (56 km) by NH5, 1 h by car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C) low), wettest Jun (9 rain days), driest Mar (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Sri City: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
1 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
2 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
6 rd
Jun
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
9 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Taxis or rideshare from Chennai (≈₹1,400 for a 4‑person Indica). Local buses stop at Tada (0.5 km from Sri City). Walk from Tada station.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Satish Dhawan Space Centre (Sriharikota)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Taxi 1 h from Sri City; arrange visit in advance
Guided tours limited; check schedule.
Pulicat Lake
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Taxi 15 min north along NH5
Bird‑watching, boat rides; no entry fee.
Tada Ubbalamadugu Falls
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Taxi 12 km (7.5 mi) (≈20 min) eastTaxi 7.5 mi (12 km) (≈20 min) east
Small 100 m waterfall, good for picnics.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Chennai city centre
Closest hotels; 1 h drive to Sri City
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. transport
- Mid
- ₹2,500–4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. transport
Trip budget
| Hotel room1 × 1 night × ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Taxi Chennai ↔ Sri City (round trip, Indica)1 × ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| Local bus Tada ↔ Sri City (return)1 × ₹30 | ₹30 |
| Trip total≈ ₹4,630 per person per day, bed included | ₹4,630≈ US$55 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (street vendor) | ₹40–70 (≈ under US$1) |
| Dosa plate | ₹30–60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Taxi 5 km | ₹150–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited dining and lodging in Sri City; plan meals in Chennai.
- Space centre visits require prior permission – check official site.
Emergency numbers
- Police/ambulance
- 112
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Emergency
- Police / ambulance112
- Fire112
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Chennai → Sri City (taxi, Indica, 4‑person): ≈₹1,400 one way, 1 h
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Sri City. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Sep (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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