Central Chennai Travel Guide

Chennai

Armenian Church showing a city and street scenes
Central Chennai
Fort St. George showing military items and heritage elements
Central Chennai
St. Andrew\'s Kirk which includes a park

Popular places to visit

Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

4/5(44 reviews)

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

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.

Pondy Bazaar
Anna Salai

Anna Salai

4/5(16 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.

Anna Salai
Fort St. George showing military items and heritage elements

Fort St. George

4/5(25 reviews)

Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments.

Fort St. George

Consulate General of the United States, Chennai

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Consulate General of the United States, Chennai is just one of the places to see in Chennai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and marina in this culturally rich area.

Consulate General of the United States, Chennai

Apollo Hospital

4/5(6 reviews)

If Apollo Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.

Apollo Hospital

Things to do

Taj Mahal, Agra

1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights

฿22,785
per adult
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Taj Mahal in Agra

2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port

฿39,987
per adult
2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port
Wedding silk saree

Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai

฿2,434
per adult
Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai
Park side Area

Private Day Tour The Taj Mahal Experience from Chennai

฿6,267
per adult
Private Day Tour The Taj Mahal Experience from Chennai
Heritage Tour Chennai

Heritage Tour Chennai

฿9,575
per adult
Heritage Tour Chennai
Taj Mahal in Agra

3-Day Private Taj Mahal, Agra and Delhi Tour from Goa or Mumbai

฿25,836
per adult
3-Day Private Taj Mahal, Agra and Delhi Tour from Goa or Mumbai
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Top hotels in Central Chennai

THE MADRAS GRAND

THE MADRAS GRAND

3 out of 5
NO 1 - CHINNA STREET, EGMORE, Chennai, Tamilnadu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Government Museum are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
"Really good place to stay. Breakfast was excellent. Stay very helpful and friendly. Area surrounding is okay"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

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The Park Chennai

The Park Chennai

5 out of 5
601 Anna Salai Road, Near US Embassy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿2,054 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,054
฿2,301 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (682 reviews)
Amazing Hotel
"It was a amazing hotel to stay. Spacious rooms, fantastic swimming pool and gym exceptional service. Will come back again for sure."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

The Park Chennai
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre

4.5 out of 5
No 2 Ethiraj Salai Commander In Chief Rd, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿2,495 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,495
฿2,794 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Complementary breakfast is their highlight"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Hotel Savera

Hotel Savera

No.146, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿1,684 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿1,684
฿1,886 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (761 reviews)
"Stayed there several times over the years. Continental breakfast is the best in chennai."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Hotel Savera
Hyatt Regency Chennai

Hyatt Regency Chennai

5 out of 5
365 Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿3,368 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿3,368
฿3,975 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (536 reviews)
"Satisfactory"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Chennai
Taj Club House

Taj Club House

5 out of 5
No 2 Club House Road, Off Mount Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿2,246 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,246
฿2,515 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (697 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Taj Club House
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Chennai

St. Andrew\'s Kirk showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Egmore

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Raja Muthiah Hall or Government Museum.

Egmore
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Anna Nagar

While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.

Anna Nagar
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Nungambakkam

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Nungambakkam
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T Nagar

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

T Nagar
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Vadapalani

5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Vadapalani
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Koyambedu

3/5(5 area reviews)

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Koyambedu and you might want to plan a stop by Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall while you're in the area.

Koyambedu

Central Chennai Travel Guide