Palavakkam 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.
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.
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
Shore Temple
Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.
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Other neighbourhoods around Palavakkam
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Kapaleeswarar Temple while you're exploring the area.
Thoraipakkam
The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travellers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Consulate General of the United States
- MGM Dizzee World
- ECR Beach
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Apollo Hospital
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Neelankarai Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Pondy Bazaar
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Phoenix Market City
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Olympia Tech Park
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Thirunallar Temple
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Valluvar Kottam
- Express Avenue
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Madras High Court