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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.
Apollo Hospital
If Apollo Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Sankara Nethralaya
If Sankara Nethralaya is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Things to do
Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Chennai Walk of Divinity (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
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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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Government Museum or Raja Muthiah Hall.
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.
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.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Kapaleeswarar Temple and Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're in town.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Marina Beach
- Chennai Trade Centre
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Pondy Bazaar
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Olympia Tech Park
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Express Avenue
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai