Purasaiwakkam Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Purasaiwakkam
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
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Top hotels in Purasaiwakkam
The Leela Palace Chennai
Breakfast buffet is very impressive, from wide variety of selection to attentive service.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Park Chennai
Vern clean location. Staff was very helpful and the pool was great for kids
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Breakfast menu was the same for all the days. Service at the breakfast wasn’t great, we had to follow up a few times to get some items delivered to our table. Room service wasn’t great, they cleaned the room only after we request 2 times. In general service can be improved. Some management staffs ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Taj Club House
I loved our stay in a suite at the Taj Club House. It was the perfect accommodation for my two adult daughters and me. The staff is so very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is a feast! We also lived the filtered coffee/chai cart in the lobby. The pool and wellness center are wonderful too!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
The room was superb! And the staff were all friendly and kind, always willing to help and make your stay pleasant.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Purasaiwakkam
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Fort St. George 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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or Government Museum.
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.
Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram might not have many top sights, but Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
