10 TOP Things to Do in Tamil Nadu (2026 Activity Guide)

A densely populated hillside town with colorful buildings and a hilly backdrop.

A winding road through a dense eucalyptus forest.

A landscaped garden with a central pavilion, winding pathways, and a large cannon.

A forested path with sunlight filtering through the trees.

A lush tea plantation with neatly arranged rows of tea bushes under a clear blue sky.

Things to do

Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)

S$33

per traveller

Munnar trek - Western Ghats

S$361

per adult

Chennai to Taj Mahal, Agra day trip with return flights

S$103

per adult

Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing

S$190

per traveller

Anakkulam Wild Elephant Visiting(Jeep tour)

S$58

per traveller

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

S$162

per adult

Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights

S$1,586

per adult

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Private Tour to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram with Pick Up

S$250

per adult

Private Kanchipuram Temple Silk Heritage Day Trip from Chennai

S$165

per traveller

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A detailed temple with multiple tiers, ornate carvings, and a prominent entrance.

Meenakshi Amman Temple

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After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

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 Temple while you're in town.

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A monument with two large white arches, a golden statue, and a plaque in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Madras High Court are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nehru Park Station or Pachaiyappa's College Station to get around the larger area.

A church interior with wooden pews, a marble floor, and stained glass windows.

Nungambakkam

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at SDAT Tennis Stadium or Valluvar Kottam.

A kudu antelope in a forested area with leaf-covered ground and trees.

Guindy

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Guindy. Top attractions like Phoenix Market City and Raj Bhavan are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Little Mount Station or Ekkattuthangal Station to see more of the city.

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A temple with multiple tiers and a large central tower, surrounded by a sandy area with scattered ruins.

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.

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