East Tambaram Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit East Tambaram
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.
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.
Things to do
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car
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
Top hotels in East Tambaram
The Park Chennai
Super amazing breakfast and amazing staff
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Amazing place in Chennai!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
The staff was particularly friendly and helpful more precisely the concierge service and the chauffeur that we had 2 days in a row. the concierge even took the time to find my purse which I had left in the restaurant the night before. Exceptional
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hotel Savera
Decent stay for the price!
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
1. Room was excellent. Enjoyed it! 2. Staff and service - okay, but not excellent. 3. Number of onsite restaurants was limited. But menu choice in those restaurants was great. 4. Very close to the airport. Airport transfer was comfortable. 5. Lobby space seemed small and congested.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Tambaram
Tambaram
While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Arignar Anna Zoological Park.
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.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Thoraipakkam
The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travellers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.
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.
