Central Chennai Travel Guide
Chennai
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Popular places to visit
Marina Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Marina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Chennai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Fort St. George
You can learn about the history of Chennai when you stop by Fort St. George. Stroll along the beaches or experience the entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
St. Andrew's Kirk
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at St. Andrew's Kirk. Amble around this culturally rich area's beaches or experience its entertainment venues.
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.
Top hotels in Central Chennai
The Park Chennai
Good
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
THE MADRAS GRAND
Staff were courteous Rooms clean. Some furniture a little battered
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Taj Club House
Room was great and comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Starts from the hotels pickup vehicle driver to the staffs and the manager,
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
The room was great. The staff helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Chennai
Clean room, great amenities and excellent staff. Shout out to shriya for taking excellent care of us. The others in the staff were excellent too - prompt service and excellent hospitality.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Chennai
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at National Art Gallery or Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium.
Anna Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
Nungambakkam
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
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.
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.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
