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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.
Apollo Hospital
If Apollo Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Top hotels in Thousand Lights West
Grand One Tower
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Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
MADRAS INN - NUNGAMBAKKAM
This charming inn is undoubtedly worth the expense for an overnight retreat. The accommodations are generously spacious, featuring a selection of modern electronic appliances and stylish electrical fixtures that blend comfort with contemporary convenience. Nestled within a beautifully restored century ...
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025
Taara Hotel
Fabhotel Royal Atlantis Studio Apartments
Excellent stay .. friendly staff. Allowed me late check out. Thanks
Reviewed on 26 Jul 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 Park Chennai
Good staff and services
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Thousand Lights West
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.
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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or Government Museum.
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.
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.
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.
Thousand Lights West Travel Guide
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- British High Commission of Chennai
- Marina Beach
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Consulate General of the United States
- ECR Beach
- Neelankarai Beach
- MIOT International Hospital
- Pondy Bazaar
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Anna Salai
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- MGM Dizzee World
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Phoenix Market City
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Express Avenue
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Thirunallar Temple
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Valluvar Kottam
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- ISKCON Chennai
- Guindy Race Course
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