Adyar Travel Guide
Chennai
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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Theosophical Society Headquarters
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Theosophical Society Headquarters during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Adyar
The Park Chennai
Staff service was too good
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Best hotel I loved it so much! 10/10 they were so respectful, clean, warm, breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Taj Club House
Incredible Staff specially Mr. Manoj at the Breakfast and Srishti at the Reception . And all others . Neat and clean property with great hospitality.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Hotel reasonably close to the airport. Booked a two bedroom, two bath apartment for me and parents. First allotted one had a questionable nicotine odor though it was a non smoking room. Front desk was quick to change the room after we notified them. Really nice of them to do that immediately. All ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
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Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Adyar
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're exploring the area.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Guindy Race Course or Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the area.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Adyar Travel Guide
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- Theosophical Society Headquarters
- Children's Park
- Marina Beach
- Chennai Trade Centre
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Consulate General of the United States
- ECR Beach
- Apollo Hospital
- Pondy Bazaar
- MIOT International Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Neelankarai Beach
- Anna Salai
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- MGM Dizzee World
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Phoenix Market City
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Thirunallar Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
- ISKCON Chennai
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Express Avenue
- Muttukadu Boat House
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