Poonamallee Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Poonamallee
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.
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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Chennai Trade Centre
Learn about the events happening in Chennai Trade Centre during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Colonial Charm & Cultural Treasures Chennai Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Poonamallee
The Park Chennai
Clean rooms, great staff and location.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Best hotel I loved it so much! 10/10 they were so respectful, clean, warm, breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Taj Club House
Was worthy
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Hotel reasonably close to the airport. Booked a two bedroom, two bath apartment for me and parents. First allotted one had a questionable nicotine odor though it was a non smoking room. Front desk was quick to change the room after we notified them. Really nice of them to do that immediately. All ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
Room was clean bit noisy from Road Side Traffic Staff Some food items were really tasty and some were just less salty. Overall stay, ambience & food was good, thanks to great staff & hospitality 🙏
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Poonamallee
Porur
When in Porur, you can plan a visit to Chennai Trade Centre and Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chromepet
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chromepet and surrounding area, you can visit Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Kumaran Kundram.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
