Popular places to visit
![Marina Beach which includes general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101863-Marina-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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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.
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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 featuring a beach as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101991-Mamallapuram-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute Of Science & Technology
Enjoy the student vibe at B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute Of Science & Technology during your visit to Chengalpattu.
Things to do
![Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1295505/9db34248-c893-4c50-ac04-95a88359f25f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours
![Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2289066/75db5aeb-4360-485c-bf2b-ea3db4ed6e6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
![Georgetown walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4805740/a5558c67-fe0a-4fe3-a5c0-60dac7f7851f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Georgetown heritage walking tour in Chennai about the founding of Chennai
![Temples in Chennai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49043585/a7115377-06f1-4156-ac62-3496140dc4b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Chennai Day Tour - Art History and Contemporary Chennai
![Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Chennai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2865323/1195fe56-96f0-4654-845d-4c0903ff2f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Top hotels in Vandalur
![ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4942800/4942760/0608ee49_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2025
![The Leela Palace Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4791400/4791355/b4745524_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2025
![The Park Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/905000/904967/2932302e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19313/84750a2b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025
![Taj Club House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2170000/2163200/2163147/603e468c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
![Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/524500/524459/d67a678a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vandalur
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Tambaram
While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Arignar Anna Zoological Park.
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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 Thirunallar Temple.
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Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
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Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
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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.
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Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Marina Beach
- ECR Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Apollo Hospital
- MGM Dizzee World
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Mamallapuram Beach
- Vallakottai Murugan 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