Adyar Travel Guide
Chennai
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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.
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.
Things to do
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
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 Adyar
The Leela Palace Chennai
As always, the Leela Palace sets the standard for luxury accommodations in Chennai. The rooms are exceptionally comfortable, the food is delicious and the ambience is extremely welcoming — you can’t
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Spa and gym were good, mattress and pillow not comfortable for a good night sleep
Reviewed on 4 Mar 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 Park Chennai
Horrible experience. Music blasting from the room across from us whole night. Shirtless guests running across the lobby. Staff did not even accomodate our request
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
not used
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
THE MADRAS GRAND
The room was clean and the staff were friendly and approachable. The breakfast was reasonably good.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Adyar
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Thiruvanmiyur Beach while you're exploring the area.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
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.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
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.
