Putlur Travel Guide
Chennai
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.
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.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Top hotels in Putlur
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Yes - neat and clean with wide range of menu
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Trident, Chennai
Checkin/checkout was seamless. Thanks Varun. Food was good. Very convenient location for my requirement so am overall very happy with the stay. It was reliable as can be expected from Trident.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Accord Chrome
Just the best staff ever! We were travelling with our 19 month old toddler and nothing was too much for the staff - they paid attention to our family, even did the check-in process via a tablet in our room so we are comfortable. We stayed twice before and after our flight from Chennai Intl. We used ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Chennai
yes
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Feathers - A Radha Hotel
There are some room for improvements.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Green Park Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Putlur
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.
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 Pallikaranai Marsh Reserve Forest.
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.
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.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Guindy Race Course or Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the area.
