Fort Tondiarpet
Chennai
Visit Fort Tondiarpet
Popular places to visit
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Fort St. George
Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments.
Government Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Government Museum during your travels in Chennai. Stroll along the beaches or experience the entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
St. Mary's Church
This pretty 17th-century church forms part of the historic Fort St. George and presents a reminder of when Chennai was a British-ruled trading post.
St. Andrew's Kirk
With grand columns, elaborate stained-glass windows and elegant décor, this tranquil 19th-century church is one of Chennai’s many striking colonial landmarks.
Armenian Church
Experience the tranquility of this 300-year-old church and browse the stalls of local hawkers on the animated and chaotic Armenian Street.
Things to do
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Top hotels in Fort Tondiarpet
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Taj Club House
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Taj Connemara
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Universal Residency
Ambassador Pallava
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Chennai Egmore
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Tondiarpet
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Raja Muthiah Hall 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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Raja Muthiah Hall or Government Museum.
Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Take time in Anna Salai (Mounts Road) to visit attractions like Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at LIC Metro Station to see more of the city.
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.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
