Velachery
Chennai
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.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Pondy Bazaar
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Pondy Bazaar during your stay in Chennai. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
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.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Wild life tour in Chennai with guide and private car
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Top hotels in Velachery
The Westin Chennai Velachery
a pleasant stay here, but the Westin at Velachery does not provide adequate facilities for drivers. There is only one bathroom available for around 50 drivers. Because of this, I would hesitate to stay here again.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Chennai, Velachery
Breakfast was good
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
The Leela Palace Chennai
The breakfast choices were off the scale! What ever you wanted they had it! Amazing choices from the basics to local specialties! Amazing. The gym was pretty well equipment if not a little cramped where the workout machines had been placed. Very good for a Hotel gym TBH and never busy when I went ...
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Best staff and excellent location
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Hyatt Regency Chennai
The staff were very Helpful. Aditi in reception was wonderful. Dissapointed withbthe evening buffett food.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Excellent stay
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Velachery
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.
Thiruvanmiyur
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Mayajaal Entertainment.
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 coffeehouses. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Thiruvanmiyur Beach while you're exploring the area.
T Nagar
T Nagar is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam while you're in town.
Teynampet
When in Teynampet, you can plan a visit to Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
