Besant Nagar Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Ashtalakshmi Kovil
You can learn about the history of Chennai with a trip to Ashtalakshmi Kovil. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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.
Top hotels in Besant Nagar

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

The Park Chennai

THE MADRAS GRAND

Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai

The Leela Palace Chennai

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor
Other neighbourhoods around Besant Nagar

Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.

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.

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.

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.
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- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Ashtalakshmi Kovil
- Ratnagirishwarar Temple
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Chennai Trade Centre
- ECR Beach
- Consulate General of the United States
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Neelankarai Beach
- Pondy Bazaar
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- MIOT International Hospital
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MGM Dizzee World
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Express Avenue
- Anna Salai
- Phoenix Market City
- Olympia Tech Park
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Tidel park
- ISKCON Chennai
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