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Botanical park

Semmozhi Poonga is an urban botanical garden featuring themed landscapes, rare flora, and shaded paths, providing a tranquil retreat in the city’s center.
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (1–2 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 3:30–6 PM — cooler, softer light in the garden |
| Avoid | 11:30 AM–3 PM — hot with little mature shade |
| Best months | Nov–Feb |
| Months to avoid | Apr–Jun |
| Entry fee | ₹15 (approx.) |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 9 AM–6 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups, Wheelchair |
| Rating | 4.1 / 5 on Google (28,648 reviews) |
Cool months Nov-Feb are best; Chennai summers are hot and humid. Check closing day.



Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 1–2 h depending on pace.
3:30–6 PM, for cooler, softer light in the garden. The best months are Nov–Feb.
₹15 for Indian adults (approximate; prices change, so confirm before you go).
Mon–Sun: 9 AM–6 PM.