Tambaram Travel Guide
Chennai
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.
Chennai Trade Centre
Learn about the events happening in Chennai Trade Centre during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Top hotels in Tambaram
The Leela Palace Chennai
Amazing staff! Adrija and Sonali gave us a warm welcome and helped me coordinate parent's annniversary arragements! Great stay overall!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
The Park Chennai
Vern clean location. Staff was very helpful and the pool was great for kids
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Breakfast menu was the same for all the days. Service at the breakfast wasn’t great, we had to follow up a few times to get some items delivered to our table. Room service wasn’t great, they cleaned the room only after we request 2 times. In general service can be improved. Some management staffs ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Taj Club House
Was good experience staf response is super
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Taj Coromandel
The breakfast food taste was a hit and miss. The south indian food was a let down given the hotel is in chennai. Even the food at Anise was a hit and miss. It felt like a basic indian restaurant menu but 5 star prices with the quality and taste that can be easily be beaten by a roadside regular popular ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tambaram
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village 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.
Porur
When in Porur, you can plan a visit to Chennai Trade Centre and Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Guindy Race Course or Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the area.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
