Nungambakkam Travel Guide
Chennai
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
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
Top hotels in Nungambakkam
Pharos Hotels
Another wonderful stay and be back soon. Clean and safe property Cost effective for longer stay. Lovely spacious rooms
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Belstead Chennai
Friendly and professional staff, clean hotel and rooms, quality breakfast. In summary, ticks all areas.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Kings Park Grand
Clean rooms, good breakfast, walkable distance from US consulate
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Park Elanza
Hotel is really close to the Chennai VAC centre for the biometric. The staff are really nice offers welcome drink at checkin and gave a tour to the room. Tow restaurants are available but mainly North Indian foods. Overall experience was really good
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Amber Hotel Nungambakkam
You don't see many hotels this clean and well maintained in India at this price range and this hotel is one of the few exceptions. The room is spic and span, bathroom is spic and span, and everything in the room is working. The flooring is so clean you can walk freely with bare feet in the room which ...
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Treebo Premium Nestlay Rooms Nungambakkam
"I highly recommend this hotel. It's a very nice place and incredibly convenient for appointments at the US OFC and Consulate. A major bonus was the great breakfast and the exceptionally good.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nungambakkam
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.
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.
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 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.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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