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
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Private Day Tour The Taj Mahal Experience from Chennai
Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai
Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram Private Caves & Temples Tour
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Top hotels in Central Chennai
The Park Chennai
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
ibis Chennai City Centre Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Chennai
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Taj Club House
Reviewed on 4 Sept 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.
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.
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.
Central Chennai Travel Guide
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Choose Your Central Chennai Hotel Style
Hotels Near Central Chennai, Chennai
- T Nagar Hotels
- Nungambakkam Hotels
- Anna Nagar Hotels
- Egmore Hotels
- Mylapore Tiruvallikk Hotels
- Anna Salai Hotels
- Teynampet Hotels
- Mylapore Hotels
- Vadapalani Hotels
- Kodambakkam Hotels
- Gopalapuram Hotels
- Royapettah Hotels
- Triplicane Hotels
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