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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.
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
ibis Chennai City Centre Hotel
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
Taara Hotel
Grand One Tower
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RG Suites Slate
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thousand Lights
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.
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.
Royapettah
Restaurants, spas and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Royapettah. Make a stop by Express Avenue while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Kilpauk
While there might not be top attractions in Kilpauk, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ampa Skywalk Mall and British High Commission of Chennai.
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- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- British High Commission of Chennai
- Marina Beach
- Chennai Trade Centre
- ECR Beach
- Consulate General of the United States
- SIPCOT IT Park
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Pondy Bazaar
- Neelankarai Beach
- MIOT International Hospital
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- MGM Dizzee World
- Anna Salai
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Express Avenue
- Phoenix Market City
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Thirunallar Temple
- Olympia Tech Park
- ISKCON Chennai
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Valluvar Kottam
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Madras High Court
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