Central Chennai Travel Guide
Chennai
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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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Fort St. George
Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments.
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai is just one of the places to see in Chennai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and marina in this culturally rich area.
Apollo Hospital
If Apollo Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Colonial Charm & Cultural Treasures Chennai Sightseeing Tour
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Full Day City Tour)
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
Top hotels in Central Chennai
The Park Chennai
The house keeping personal, Devi, was good in her house keep work.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
Spotless room and excellent amenities
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Taj Club House
The hotel is good. But scope to improve.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
The staff, in particular the housekeeping staff were extremely polite and courteous. They anticipated our needs and made sure it was taken care of in a prompt manner. The food is of good quality, and food variety is good but the flavors tend to be a little bland for I down food, probably catering ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hotel Savera
It was a pleasant experience
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Chennai
Egmore
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram might not have many top sights, but Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kodambakkam
Though Kodambakkam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall.
Central Chennai Travel Guide
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Choose Your Central Chennai Hotel Style
Hotels Near Central Chennai, Chennai
- Nungambakkam Hotels
- T Nagar Hotels
- Anna Nagar Hotels
- Egmore Hotels
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- Teynampet Hotels
- Mylapore Hotels
- Vadapalani Hotels
- Gopalapuram Hotels
- Kodambakkam Hotels
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