Central Chennai Travel Guide
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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
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Full Day City Tour)
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Top hotels in Central Chennai
THE MADRAS GRAND
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
The Park Chennai
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Taj Club House
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Hotel Savera
Reviewed on 11 Jun 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.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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Hotels Near Central Chennai, Chennai
- T Nagar Hotels
- Nungambakkam Hotels
- Egmore Hotels
- Anna Nagar Hotels
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- Mylapore Tiruvallikk Hotels
- Anna Salai Hotels
- Kilpauk Hotels
- Teynampet Hotels
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- Kodambakkam Hotels
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- Gopalapuram Hotels
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