Aminjikarai Travel Guide

Chennai

Popular places to visit

Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

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.

Pondy Bazaar
Kapaleeswarar Temple

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.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female

Mamallapuram Beach

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach
Anna Salai

Anna Salai

Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.

Anna Salai
Shore Temple showing heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Shore Temple

Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.

Shore Temple

Things to do

Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car

Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car

฿3,289
per traveller
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car
Chennai Sightseeing with Monuments Entrances

Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour

฿3,633
per adult
Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
Vellore Golden Temple

Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple

฿3,250
per traveller
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

฿4,875
per adult
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum

Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum

฿4,206
per adult
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

฿3,473
per adult
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
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Top hotels in Aminjikarai

Vibha by Sri Lakshmi Homes

Vibha by Sri Lakshmi Homes

2.5 out of 5
Rajeswari Street,Nelson Manickam Road, 9/6, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿843 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿843
฿885 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Ampa Skywalk Mall are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"This is a brand new apartment block conveniently located at close proximity to many amenities in Chennai. We stayed here just over two weeks and thoroughly enjoyed it. The proprietor Sampath is very helpful and communicated with us on WhatsApp well in advance to identify our needs. Reception staff ..."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Vibha by Sri Lakshmi Homes
The Park Chennai

The Park Chennai

5 out of 5
601 Anna Salai Road, Near US Embassy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿1,799 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿1,799
฿1,889 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (690 reviews)
"Value for money, elaborate breakfast, nicely designed room, ideal for people coming for US embassy related work."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

The Park Chennai
Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor

4.5 out of 5
Anna Salai, Teynampet, 636, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿2,767 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿2,767
฿3,265 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (683 reviews)
"The property was clean and well maintained. The breakfast and lunch buffet were good with plenty of options."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor
The Leela Palace Chennai

The Leela Palace Chennai

5 out of 5
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿4,318 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,318
฿5,095 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (825 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

The Leela Palace Chennai
THE MADRAS GRAND

THE MADRAS GRAND

3 out of 5
NO 1 - CHINNA STREET, EGMORE, Chennai, Tamilnadu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Government Museum are ...
7.8/10 Good! (51 reviews)
"Good place to have a stay"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿4,580 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,580
฿5,404 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (756 reviews)
"Just overall a wonderful place to stay! We stayed their 2 bedroom apartment suite. They were clean, well maintained, staff were very polite and helpful. Spa was exceptional. Food was excellent. The microwave in our room never warmed the food that was our only issue. We also didn’t contact them about ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Aminjikarai

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Nungambakkam

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Nungambakkam
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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.

Anna Nagar
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T Nagar

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

T Nagar
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Koyambedu

3/5(5 area reviews)

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Koyambedu and you might want to plan a stop by Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall while you're in the area.

Koyambedu
St. Andrew\'s Kirk showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Egmore

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Raja Muthiah Hall or Government Museum.

Egmore
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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.

Teynampet

Aminjikarai Travel Guide