South Chennai
Travel Guide





Visit South Chennai
Where to stay in South Chennai

Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider a stop by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.

Tambaram
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tambaram and surrounding area, you can visit Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet.

Thiruvanmiyur
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Marundeeswarar Temple.

Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.

Thoraipakkam
The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travelers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.

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Popular places to visit

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.

Guindy National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Guindy National Park, a lovely green space in Chennai. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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 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.

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.
Things to do

Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)

Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour

UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip

Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
