Central Chennai Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Chennai
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Government Museum or St. Andrew's Kirk.
Anna Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
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.
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 Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple 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.
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- Marina Beach
- Consulate General of the United States
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Pondy Bazaar
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
- Express Avenue
- Madras High Court
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Raja Muthiah Hall
- Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam
- Fort St. George
- Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
- Music Academy
- British High Commission of Chennai
- University of Madras
- St. Andrew's Kirk
- MGR Memorial
- Ampa Skywalk Mall
- SDAT Tennis Stadium
- Wallajah Mosque
- St. Mary's Church
- Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple
- Government Museum
- Parthasarathy Temple
- Periaapaalayath Amman Temple
- Sri Santhana Srinivasa Perumal Temple
- Kalikambal Temple
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