Semencheri Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Semencheri
Popular places to visit
Madras Crocodile Bank Trust
See the exotic and native animals who live at Madras Crocodile Bank Trust during your travels in Tirupporur. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
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.
Things to do
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Top hotels in Semencheri
Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa
Very nice room, good food and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort by IHG
The stay was great and excellent customer service
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2024
The Leela Palace Chennai
Penultimate luxury and decadence, you will want for nothing at the Leela palace, exceptional service from Rose the house keeping assistant to all the staff at reception and at spectre restaurant, the gym and spa staff were welcoming and helpful and Ajit is the best concierge a guest can ask for. ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
The staff were so friendly and kind! Very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Airport pickup worked great. All the staff were kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Park Hyatt Chennai
Break fast was fresh and anomaly was made which was delicious
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Semencheri
Mahabalipuram Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
Thoraipakkam
The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travellers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.
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.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
