Mylapore Travel Guide

Chennai

Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
Kapaleeswarar Temple as well as a small group of people
Kapaleeswarar Temple which includes religious elements as well as a small group of people
Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring religious elements
Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

Kapaleeswarar Temple

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.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

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.

Pondy Bazaar
Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female

Mamallapuram Beach

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach
Anna Salai

Anna Salai

Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.

Anna Salai
Shore Temple showing heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

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.

Shore Temple

Things to do

Chennai Full Day Tour

Chennai Full Day Tour

Rp3.096.360
per adult
Chennai Full Day Tour
Chennai: Mylapore Walk for an immersive cultural experience

Chennai: Mylapore Walk for an immersive cultural experience

Rp1.028.207
per adult
Chennai: Mylapore Walk for an immersive cultural experience
Mylapore Walking tour with Breakfast by Wonder tours

Exploring Mylapore: A Cultural & Historical Walking Tour

Rp642.330
per adult
Exploring Mylapore: A Cultural & Historical Walking Tour
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car

Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car

Rp1.700.248
per traveller
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car
Walking Tour Chennai

Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

Rp373.893
per adult
Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
www.chuttibaaz.com - Ratha Temple mammalapuram

Private Tour South India and Goa for 27 Days

Rp80.798.408
per adult
Private Tour South India and Goa for 27 Days
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Top hotels in Mylapore

Hotel Savera

Hotel Savera

No.146, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is Rp847.782 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp847.782
per night
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (766 reviews)
"Decent stay for the price!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Hotel Savera
The Park Chennai

The Park Chennai

5 out of 5
601 Anna Salai Road, Near US Embassy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is Rp1.203.921 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp1.203.921
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (689 reviews)
"Value for money, elaborate breakfast, nicely designed room, ideal for people coming for US embassy related work."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

The Park Chennai
Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor

4.5 out of 5
Anna Salai, Teynampet, 636, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is Rp1.415.325 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp1.415.325
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (682 reviews)
"The room service at this hotel seemed to be mainly drinks, and I don’t think dinner was available—maybe it was just my room. Everything else was wonderful, so that part was a bit disappointing."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is Rp2.374.263 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.374.263
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (754 reviews)
"Just overall a wonderful place to stay! We stayed their 2 bedroom apartment suite. They were clean, well maintained, staff were very polite and helpful. Spa was exceptional. Food was excellent. The microwave in our room never warmed the food that was our only issue. We also didn’t contact them about ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
THE MADRAS GRAND

THE MADRAS GRAND

3 out of 5
NO 1 - CHINNA STREET, EGMORE, Chennai, Tamilnadu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Government Museum are ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Good place to have a stay"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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THE MADRAS GRAND
The Leela Palace Chennai

The Leela Palace Chennai

5 out of 5
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is Rp2.238.591 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp2.238.591
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (825 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

The Leela Palace Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Mylapore

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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.

Teynampet
Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people

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.

Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
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T Nagar

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

T Nagar
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Nungambakkam

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Nungambakkam
St. Andrew\'s Kirk showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Egmore

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

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.

Egmore
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Adyar

While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.

Adyar

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