Thousand Lights 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.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Things to do
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Top hotels in Thousand Lights
ibis Chennai City Centre Hotel
"This Hotel location is good.. But the rooms size are small we booked for three and the single queen bed room provided was very small to fit all we even checked for twin bed room which is also small.. The TV in the room is also not working and the bathroom are tiny."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Grand One Tower
"Staffs were very helpful and friendly"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
EMBASSY PARK Near US consulate
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Royal Inn
"It is a terrible hotel. Went for US Visa appointment with my wife"
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Leela Palace Chennai
"One of the best hotels in Chennai...spacios rooms. Very nice reception. Young team was great."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Park Chennai
"The hotel was good, rooms were somewhat well maintained but room service was terrible if a service was requested it takes hours for staff to respond, at a point we had to call the operator 5 times to remind them about the request. They have a in house PUB which were noisy for guest occupying the ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Thousand Lights
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 Temple while you're in town.
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.
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.
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.
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.
