Vivekananda House: A Spiritual and Historical Landmark
Explore the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda at this historical landmark and museum in Chennai, featuring exhibits and virtual reality experiences.
Vivekananda House, formerly known as Ice House or Castle Kernan, is a historical building in Chennai that serves as a museum and a pilgrimage center dedicated to Swami Vivekananda. It offers insights into Indian culture and the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda, with exhibits, meditation rooms, and virtual reality experiences.
A brief summary to Vivekananda House
- VIVEKANANDA HOUSE, Kamaraj Salai, Marina Beach Road, Chennai, Neelam Basha Dargapuram, Triplicane, Tamil Nadu, 600005, IN
- +914428446188
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-12:30 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-12:30 pm
- Thursday 10 am-12:30 pm
- Friday 10 am-12:30 pm
- Saturday 10 am-12:30 pm
- Sunday 10 am-12:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit the meditation room on the second floor where Swami Vivekananda stayed to experience a sense of peace and reflection.
- Check out the virtual reality show to get an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life and teachings.
- Explore the art galleries showcasing Indian culture and incidents from Swami Vivekananda's life.
- Take a stroll in the park to absorb the messages and teachings of Swami Vivekananda.
Getting There
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Public Transport
Vivekananda House is accessible via Chennai's public transportation. The closest bus stop is Vivekananda House Bus Stop, a short walk from the museum. You can take various buses to Marina Beach and walk to the house. The nearest train stations are Chepauk, Thiruvallikeni, and Light House. From Chennai Central Railway Station, you can take a local train to one of these stations and then hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw to Vivekananda House. Bus fares range from ₹7 to ₹40. Train tickets from Chintadaripet to Light House cost approximately ₹18–₹650.
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Taxi
Taxis and auto-rickshaws are readily available in Chennai. From Chennai Central Railway Station, a taxi ride to Vivekananda House typically takes 5 minutes and costs between ₹240 and ₹300. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Ola are also available. From Chennai Airport, it's about a 17 km to 20 km taxi ride to Vivekananda House. Taxi fares may vary depending on the time of day and the type of vehicle.
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Walking
If you are near Marina Beach, Vivekananda House is easily accessible by foot. It's located on Kamarajar Salai, along Marina Beach Road. From Chennai Beach (railway station), it is approximately a 3.5 km walk that would take around 41 minutes. There are public restrooms available near the Triumph of Labor Statue and opposite Vivekananda House.
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