What to expect
Chennai Snake Park
India's first reptile park, founded in 1972 by herpetologist Romulus Whitaker beside Guindy National Park. It houses a large collection of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, turtles and chameleons, including king cobras and pythons. It runs live venom-extraction and awareness demonstrations and pioneered reptile conservation education in India.
Practical guide
Plan Chennai Snake Park
Typewildlife
Nearest baseGuindy
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryAround ₹50 per adult
Nearest town/baseGuindy
DistrictChennai
Place typewildlife
Time neededAbout an hour.
India's first reptile park, founded in 1972 by herpetologist Romulus Whitaker beside Guindy National Park. It houses a large collection of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, turtles and chameleons, including king cobras and pythons. It runs live venom-extraction and awareness demonstrations and pioneered reptile conservation education in India.
Chennai Snake Park is planned from Guindy, one of the travel bases in Chennai district. Use Guindy for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Chennai Snake Park — at a glance
Timings9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (closed Tuesdays)
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Around ₹50 per adult
Getting here
How to reach Chennai Snake Park
Beside Guindy National Park, a short walk from Guindy metro and railway station.
Time your visit for the live venom-extraction demonstrations.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Guindy or nearby in Chennai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Distance by road
- Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)55 km
- Kanchipuram72 km
- Puducherry150 km
- Vellore135 km
- Tirupati135 km
Road km to Chennai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Chennai Snake Park — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Chennai Snake Park?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Chennai Snake Park?
Entry: Around ₹50 per adult. Timings: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (closed Tuesdays). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Chennai Snake Park?
Base yourself in Guindy or nearby in Chennai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Chennai Snake Park?
About an hour.
What else is near Chennai Snake Park?
Nearby you can pair Gandhi Mandapam (360 m), Birla Planetarium (650 m), Anna Centenary Library (1.2 km), Guindy National Park (1.2 km).
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