Central Chennai Travel Guide
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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.
Top hotels in Central Chennai
The Park Chennai
Room was clean. However checkin process could have been better. Have to wait in line
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Taj Club House
Enjoyed the stay, very clean property and easy access to shopping and mall.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Taj Coromandel
The breakfast food taste was a hit and miss. The south indian food was a let down given the hotel is in chennai. Even the food at Anise was a hit and miss. It felt like a basic indian restaurant menu but 5 star prices with the quality and taste that can be easily be beaten by a roadside regular popular ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Chennai
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
The bar staff were friendly and attentive.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
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 Raja Muthiah Hall or Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium.
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.
Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram might not have many top sights, but Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kodambakkam
Though Kodambakkam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Valluvar Kottam.
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- Marina Beach
- Consulate General of the United States
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Pondy Bazaar
- Anna Salai
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Express Avenue
- Valluvar Kottam
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Fort St. George
- Music Academy
- Madras High Court
- Raja Muthiah Hall
- Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
- SDAT Tennis Stadium
- Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium
- Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam
- Government Museum
- Ampa Skywalk Mall
- University of Madras
- St. Mary's Church
- Wallajah Mosque
- Doveton House
- MGR Memorial
- Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple
- Parthasarathy Temple
- Ripon Building
- National Art Gallery
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