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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.
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.
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Apollo Hospital
If Apollo Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
Chennai to Mahabalipuram: Art, Culture, and Coastal Delights
Visit to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary from Chennai
Top hotels in Thousand Lights
ibis Chennai City Centre Hotel
The stay was good and the hotel was clean overall. The breakfast service was good though the lunch service was slow. It took 1 hour to get 2 dishes.
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
Treebo Flora Embassy
Room and staff
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Treebo Premium Taara
Grand One Tower
Everything was clean and staff was efficient. Breakfast was good
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025
EMBASSY PARK Near US consulate
Room was clean and the staff is very helpful
Reviewed on 13 Dec, 2025
Fabhotel Royal Atlantis Studio Apartments
Excellent stay .. friendly staff. Allowed me late check out. Thanks
Reviewed on 26 Jul, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thousand Lights
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.
Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram might not have many top sights, but Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium 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.
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.
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.
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