Teynampet 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.
Chennai Trade Centre
Learn about the events happening in Chennai Trade Centre during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
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
Top hotels in Teynampet
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
Extreme efficient and helpful staff. Amenities were good too. Room and bathroom were clean One problem- the shower cubicle door opens outward instead of inward. This could be rectified. Otherwise water drips onto the bathroom floor when the shoer door is opened
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Chennai
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Room was clean and service was awesome. They offered bottled water, which is great relief in the new city.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hanu Reddy Residences Poes Garden
The room was good. The BF was good too. Close to the US Consulate in Chennai
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Avenue 11 Boutique Residences
Staff members were efficient. Provided excellent service.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Grand Continent Premiere - T Nagar
Very good
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Teynampet
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.
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.
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.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
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.
Kodambakkam
Though Kodambakkam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Valluvar Kottam.
