Mahabalipuram Beach Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Mahabalipuram Beach
Popular places to visit
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Shore Temple
Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.
Pancha Pandava Rathas
Study the religious carvings and decorated roofs of these five exquisite monoliths, which are testament to the ingenuity of Pallavan masonry.
Mahishasuramardini Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mahishasuramardini Cave during your travels in Mahabalipuram. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Chennai to Mahabalipuram Day Trip: Explore UNESCO Heritage Sites
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Top hotels in Mahabalipuram Beach
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram
Service was extremely bad like two stars. Rooms are average service is bad. Swimming pool had a lot of insects, Beach is the only added advantage.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Chariot Beach Resort
The swimming pool was a building site and the whole place needed an upgrade
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Mamalla Beach Resort
Rajalakshmi Guest House
As they promised on the bookings, they didn’t provide AC, Breakfast, WiFi & toiletries. The picture of the property on your web site is not true. Could not believe that you put advertising like this. Even taps & toilet were broken, no proper hot water taps. So sad I stayed there for 2 days. Staff ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Sea Breeze Beach Resort
Golden Sun Beach Resort
Initially it was not comfortable. But subsequently after talking to the staff, some improvements were done and thereafter it was comfortable.
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Mahabalipuram Beach
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
Injambakkam
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Injambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at VGP Universal Kingdom or VGP Snow Kingdom.
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.
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.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
