Adyar
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.
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.
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.
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.
Theosophical Society Headquarters
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Theosophical Society Headquarters during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Passionate Baker
Private In-Home Vegetarian Cooking Class and Meal in Chennai
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Chennai Walk of Divinity (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
Top hotels in Adyar
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Other neighbourhoods around Adyar
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Kapaleeswarar Temple while you're exploring the area.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Kapaleeswarar Temple and Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're in town.
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.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
- Marina Beach
- ECR Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Apollo Hospital
- MGM Dizzee World
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park