Fort Tondiarpet Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Fort Tondiarpet
Popular places to visit
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.
St. Mary's Church
This pretty 17th-century church forms part of the historic Fort St. George and presents a reminder of when Chennai was a British-ruled trading post.
St. Andrew's Kirk
With grand columns, elaborate stained-glass windows and elegant décor, this tranquil 19th-century church is one of Chennai’s many striking colonial landmarks.
Apollo Hospital
If Apollo Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Sankara Nethralaya
If Sankara Nethralaya 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 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
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Full Day City Tour)
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
Top hotels in Fort Tondiarpet
Taj Club House
Courteous staff and cleanliness
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Very courteous staff n amazing service
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Taj Connemara
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Ambassador Pallava
So bad smell - so much odour - Love the hotel as it got me old memories I love this hotel - pls maintain the class
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Woodlands Inn
Very clean rooms and helpful staff
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Chennai Egmore
Rooms were clean, staff very friendly and always there to help, breakfast buffet was delicious and we would love to stay at this place next time when we visit.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Tondiarpet
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Fort St. George and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
