Thousand Lights Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Thousand Lights
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.
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?
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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
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
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
Top hotels in Thousand Lights
ibis Chennai City Centre Hotel
Bathroom was really bad. Staff were friendly and helpful. Don’t expect same as other ibis hotels you may have stayed before.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
EMBASSY PARK Near US consulate
Grand One Tower
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
Excellent service the food could be better
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Not a 5 star hotel as claimed Not well maintained rooms Amenities were too basic Breakfast was not great
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thousand Lights
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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or Government Museum.
Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Take time in Anna Salai (Mounts Road) to visit attractions like Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at LIC Metro Station to see more of the city.
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.
Kilpauk
While there might not be top attractions in Kilpauk, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ampa Skywalk Mall and St. Andrew's Kirk.
