Palavakkam Travel Guide

Chennai

Popular places to visit

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

Marina Beach

4/5(44 reviews)

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

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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

4/5(8 reviews)

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

4/5(16 reviews)

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

Anna Salai

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the campus of SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus during your trip to Potheri. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Things to do

Chennai Night Walk Tour

Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)

฿568
per adult
Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)
Magical Chennai Markets Tour

Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour

฿909
per adult
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Mahabalipuram Trip with Archaeologist

UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip

฿1,329
per adult
UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

฿4,145
per adult
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
Taj Mahal in Agra

2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port

฿40,208
per adult
2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port
Vandalur Zoo

Wild life tour in Chennai with guide and private car

฿5,385
per adult
Wild life tour in Chennai with guide and private car
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Top hotels in Palavakkam

Maroma Suites
Maroma Suites
3 out of 5
28 MGR Salai, Chennai, TN
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions ECR Beach and Neelankarai Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
A great stay at Maroma Suites
"In a great location and jumping-off point for everything we wanted to see and do in Chennai, the Maroma Suites is immaculately clean and comfortable and offers good breakfasts. But the real delight of this hotel is senior manager Mr Thiru and his truly excellent team! Together with office manager ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2025

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Maroma Suites
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 ฿4,417 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿4,417
฿5,212 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (711 reviews)
Worth to Stay at ITC
"Excellent room with lot many options to dine inside hotel. Loved Peshawari and Both the cafes they have."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
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 ฿4,415 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿4,415
฿5,209 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (778 reviews)
"Great service and beautiful hotel"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

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THE MADRAS GRAND
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
5 out of 5
531 GST Road, St. Thomas Mount, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿3,398 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,398
฿4,009 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (679 reviews)
"Nice p"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
4.5 out of 5
No 2 Ethiraj Salai Commander In Chief Rd, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is ฿3,052 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿3,052
฿3,602 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (276 reviews)
"My family and I had a great stay here! The customer service is exceptional—the staff is the sweetest, also professional and efficient. Shubhendu, Ranjan, Cristina, Melody, Esther, Tanisha, Siva, Sathya, and the rest went above and beyond to make sure our stay was more than comfortable and helped ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Palavakkam

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Thiruvanmiyur

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Marundeeswarar Temple.

Thiruvanmiyur
Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Mylapore Tiruvallikk

4/5(13 area reviews)

Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Kapaleeswarar Temple while you're exploring the area.

Mylapore Tiruvallikk
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Velachery

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Velachery
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Adyar

While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.

Adyar
Chennai featuring religious aspects

Guindy

4/5(24 area reviews)

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.

Guindy
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Sholinganallur

Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.

Sholinganallur

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