Chromepet Travel Guide
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.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
Shore Temple
Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.
Activities
Learn to Cook Traditional South Indian cuisine at the Chennai seashore
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Other neighbourhoods around Chromepet
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
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 Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Porur
When in Porur, you can plan a visit to Chennai Trade Centre and Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
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.
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Consulate General of the United States
- ECR Beach
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Neelankarai Beach
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Valluvar Kottam
- Vallakottai Murugan Temple
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple