Paiyanur

Chennai

Popular places to visit

Marina Beach which includes general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

4/5(44 reviews)

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

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.

Pondy Bazaar
Kapaleeswarar Temple

Kapaleeswarar Temple

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
Mamallapuram Beach showing a beach as well as an individual femail

Mamallapuram Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach
Anna Salai

Anna Salai

4/5(16 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.

Anna Salai
Shore Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Shore Temple

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.

Shore Temple

Things to do

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

RM642
per adult
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum

Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum

RM554
per adult
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

RM500
per adult
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram

Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)

RM572
per traveller
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Vellore Golden Temple

Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple

RM428
per traveller
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
San Thomas Church

Chennai - Guided half day private city tour

RM420
per adult
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
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Top hotels in Paiyanur

Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center

Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
ECR-OMR Junction, ECR, Poonjeri, Mahabalipuram, Tirukalukundram
The price is RM315 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM315
RM330 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Rathas and Five Rathas ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
"It is a very good property. You wouldn’t feel like going outside"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center
Novotel Chennai Sipcot

Novotel Chennai Sipcot

4 out of 5
Opp. SIPCOT IT Park Siruseri, Old, Mahabalipuram Road, Near ECR Beach, Tirupporur, Tamil Nadu
The price is RM224 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
RM224
RM236 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tirupporur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions ECR Beach and DakshinaChitra Heritage ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (119 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Novotel Chennai Sipcot
Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR

Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR

3.5 out of 5
No.169, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Semmencherry, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is RM168 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM168
RM176 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions ECR Beach and Sathyabama ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (65 reviews)
"Lovely Staff, clean room"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram

Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram

4.5 out of 5
57, Covelong Road, Kanchipuram District, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu
The price is RM644 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM644
RM759 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Mamallapuram ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (252 reviews)
"Had good time in the resort"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
Kaldan Samudhra Palace

Kaldan Samudhra Palace

3.5 out of 5
ECR, Tirukalukundram, TN
The price is RM625 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
RM625
RM737 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Kotikal Mandapam and Krishna's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)
"Overall great experience"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Kaldan Samudhra Palace
Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa

Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
280 ECR, Vedanamelli, Tirupporur, Tamil Nadu
The price is RM453 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
RM453
RM534 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Tirupporur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Muttukadu ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Wonderful Resort to stay with family at the ECR!
"Our stay was amazing at the Sheraton. The check-in was very quick. Mr. Bibin at the front desk was very polite and receptive. The whole resort was super clean and the all the staff were very kind and approachable. The evening high tea with snacks was arranged near the beach, with tables arranged ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Paiyanur

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Mahabalipuram Beach

4/5(10 area reviews)

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.

Mahabalipuram Beach
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Sholinganallur

Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.

Sholinganallur
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Tambaram

While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Arignar Anna Zoological Park.

Tambaram
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Thoraipakkam

3/5(4 area reviews)

The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travellers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.

Thoraipakkam
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Chromepet

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chromepet and surrounding area, you can visit Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Kumaran Kundram.

Chromepet
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Pallavaram

Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.

Pallavaram

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