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Government Museum, Chennai is one of the best museums in India. It is located in an old Victoria style building with high ceilings and arches. It is the second oldest museum in India after Kolkatta and also the 10th oldest museum in the world.

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Parking Difficulty : High
Walking Needed : For 200 meters
Time Needed : 3-5 Hours
Open Timings : 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM
Still Photography : Allowed
Video Photography : Allowed
Tropical Climate for most part of the year.
Carry Refreshments
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Wear Cotton Dress
Carry Binoculars
Nearest Railway Station : Egmore Railway Station
Nearest Airport : Chennai Airport
Nearest National Highway : NH32
Nearest Landmark : Government Hospital Egmore

It has impressive collections of ancient coins, rare paintings of Asia, Europe and some Raja Ravi Varma paintings. It has also rich collection of bronze idols and stone sculptures of India.

One can get more details of the museum here https://www.govtmuseumchennai.org/museum/

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