Paiyanur
Chennai
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.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
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.
Things to do
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Private Tour to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram with Pick Up
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Top hotels in Paiyanur
Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center
Large quality site. Well maintained. Great staff. Good gym and pool. Quality room with small balcony, fridge and safe Wide choice for breakfast - all good quality Out of town site, so no walkable shops or restuarants nearby (only some road side, basic ones) Recommend
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR
Breakfast excellent and Air conditioning was good. We are overall very satisfied.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Taj Fisherman's Cove Resort & Spa, Chennai
Four Points by Sheraton Chennai OMR
Good
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Novotel Chennai Sipcot
Ac was not working in cooling the room
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Mallai by ELIVAAS
Other neighbourhoods around Paiyanur
Mahabalipuram Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
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.
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 Pallikaranai Marsh Reserve Forest.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Thiruvanmiyur
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Mayajaal Entertainment.
