Things to do in Tamil Nadu

Activities, attractions and tours

A densely populated hillside town with colorful buildings and a hilly backdrop.
A winding road through a dense eucalyptus forest.
A landscaped garden with a central pavilion, winding pathways, and a large cannon.
A forested path with sunlight filtering through the trees.
A lush tea plantation with neatly arranged rows of tea bushes under a clear blue sky.

Things to do

Dolmens

Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)

P4,823
per traveler
Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)
Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour

Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)

P1,598
per traveler
Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)
Half Day Hiking With Waterfall

Half Day Hiking With Waterfall

P1,726
per adult
Half Day Hiking With Waterfall
Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

P7,234
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

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

P48,270
per adult
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Matir Mandir

Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing

P9,119
per traveler
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Guided tours with Art historians

Mahabalipuram Slow Travel Cultural Tour

P8,533
per adult
Mahabalipuram Slow Travel Cultural Tour
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

P5,526
per adult
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai Walk of Divinity

Chennai Walk of Divinity (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

P1,688
per adult
Chennai Walk of Divinity (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
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Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 33 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,296 per adult
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Chennai: 2 Hour Street Food Walking Tour

Chennai: 2 Hour Street Food Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,117 per adult*
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Spa & wellness

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Ayurvedic Massages & Treatments

Ayurvedic Massages & Treatments

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is P 974 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Auroville: Nature Trail Forest Cycling Adventure

Auroville: Nature Trail Forest Cycling Adventure

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 974 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with Vidhya

Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with Vidhya

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,311 per adult*
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What to do in Tamil Nadu

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A detailed temple with multiple tiers, ornate carvings, and a prominent entrance.

Meenakshi Amman Temple

9.2/5 (74 reviews)
After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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Where to stay in Tamil Nadu

Find the best Tamil Nadu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

T Nagar

T Nagar is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.

A historical building with a dome and columns, viewed through a circular frame.
Photo by Mike Belson
Open Photo by Mike Belson

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.

A tall, cylindrical tower with multiple balconies and a circular observation deck at the top.

Anna Nagar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Anna Nagar and surrounding area, you can visit Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.

An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.
Photo by Marcelo Lopes
Open Photo by Marcelo Lopes

Mahabalipuram Beach

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.

A monument with two large white arches, a golden statue, and a plaque in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Raja Muthiah Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.

A busy urban street with a prominent church steeple, various commercial buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Chennai

A colorful water kiosk with a sign indicating the price for drinking water.

Coonoor

A yellow temple with a red roof and a white base, surrounded by a rocky landscape and a clear blue sky.

Masinagudi

A stone structure with steps leading up to it, surrounded by greenery.

Mahabalipuram

A textile machinery with large rolls of fabric and mechanical components.

Tirupur

A coastal landscape with a beach, a river, and dense greenery.

Poovar

A foggy lake with a red boat carrying people.

Kodaikanal

A large temple with intricate carvings and a tall spire.

Thanjavur