Fort Tondiarpet Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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Other neighbourhoods around Fort Tondiarpet
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Madras High Court and Anna Salai 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 Government Museum or St. Andrew's Kirk.
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.
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.
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.
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- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Express Avenue
- Madras High Court
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Fort St. George
- Raja Muthiah Hall
- University of Madras
- St. Andrew's Kirk
- British High Commission of Chennai
- St. Mary's Church
- MGR Memorial
- Government Museum
- Parthasarathy Temple
- Wallajah Mosque
- Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium
- Periaapaalayath Amman Temple
- National Art Gallery
- Doveton House
- Ripon Building
- Jeeva Park
- Armenian Church
- Anderson Church
- Kalikambal Temple
- Anna Memorial
- Adeeswar Temple
- Kaalikaambaal Temple
- Senate House
- Marina Beach