Things to do in Chennai
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Private & custom tours
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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Classes & workshops
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Popular places to visit
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.
Pondy Bazaar
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pondy Bazaar during your trip to Chennai. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
Shore Temple
Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.
SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
Explore the campus of SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus during your trip to Potheri. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai is just one of the places to see in Chennai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and marina in this culturally rich area.
Chennai Trade Centre
Learn about the events happening in Chennai Trade Centre during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Chennai
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam while you're in town.
Nungambakkam
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Government Museum or St. Andrew's Kirk.
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Madras High Court and Anna Salai are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Consulate General of the United States
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Neelankarai Beach
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- MIOT International Hospital
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Phoenix Market City
- Shore Temple
- Olympia Tech Park
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- Vallakottai Murugan Temple
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
- Apollo Speciality Hospital OMR
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Guindy Race Course
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