Central Chennai Travel Guide
Chennai
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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.
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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Fort St. George
Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments.
St. Andrew's Kirk
With grand columns, elaborate stained-glass windows and elegant décor, this tranquil 19th-century church is one of Chennai’s many striking colonial landmarks.
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai
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.
Things to do
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Top hotels in Central Chennai
The Park Chennai
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Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Lovely room and friendly staff. I wish I could have stayed for longer. Suvendu, my server at Breakfast, could not have been more welcoming and hospitable.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good sized room. Good service. Breakfast was average, could be better.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Taj Club House
The room was extremely small The staff who checked us in was rude and the ceiling was leaking from AC, door knobs was faulty and not closing , overall the stay was not worth for the amount paid for a highly rated place
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Service was not so good. So.e
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Chennai
I wouldn’t say the room was great all outdated. Bathroom walls were bit mouldy. Toilet seats were too low. Anyone has knee problems it’s difficult to sit and get up from it, also time to change the mattress The staff on the floors were great kept the room clean and tidy. Very nice Restaurant no one ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Chennai
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or St. Andrew's Kirk.
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.
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.
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.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
