Kodambakkam 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.
Top hotels in Kodambakkam
![The Park Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/905000/904967/2932302e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Taj Club House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2170000/2163200/2163147/603e468c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4942800/4942760/a3443235_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
![The Leela Palace Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4791400/4791355/5a63eb90_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Taj Coromandel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/530000/529903/e4037609_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
![Hyatt Regency Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3920000/3914100/3914095/9d4b81bf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 29 May 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Kodambakkam
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Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
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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.
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Koyambedu
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Koyambedu and you might want to plan a stop by Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall while you're in the area.
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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.
![St. Andrew\'s Kirk showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101941-St-Andrews-Kirk.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Marina Beach
- Consulate General of the United States
- Chennai Trade Centre
- MGM Dizzee World
- ECR Beach
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Neelankarai Beach
- MIOT International Hospital
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Pondy Bazaar
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Phoenix Market City
- Olympia Tech Park
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Express Avenue
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Valluvar Kottam
- Thirunallar Temple