About
Tamil Nadu's bustling capital sits on the Coromandel Coast with the world's second-longest urban beach (Marina Beach, 13km). The city blends Dravidian temple culture (Kapaleeshwarar Temple), colonial architecture (Fort St. George), and a vibrant Carnatic music scene.
Must-see highlights
Marina Beach sunrise walk (13km)
Kapaleeshwarar Temple gopuram
Fort St. George & St. Mary's Church (1680)
Government Museum (South India's oldest)
Santhome Basilica (St. Thomas tomb)
Mahabalipuram day trip (60km)
Murugan Idli Shop filter coffee & idli
Carnatic music sabha concert (Dec season)
Theosophical Society banyan tree
Elliot's Beach & Ashtalakshmi Temple
Mylapore heritage temple walk
Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. MGR Film City
DakshinaChitra living heritage museum (40km)
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Chennai Central 0km · Chennai International Airport 15km
Nearby attractions
Mahabalipuram (60km)Kanchipuram (80km)Vedanthangal Bird SanctuaryPulicat Lake
How to get here
Delhi → Chennai
flight · 2.5h
₹5,000
approx.
Mumbai → Chennai
flight · 2h
₹4,000
approx.
Bengaluru → Chennai
train · 5h
₹350
approx.
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Add to my tripBest Time to Visit
November – February
Nearest Transport
Chennai Central0 km
Chennai International Airport15 km
Stay Options
budget₹800/night
mid₹2,500/night
luxury₹8,000/night
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