Besant Nagar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Besant Nagar
Popular places to visit
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.
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Our pick of the best Besant Nagar Hotel Deals
The Leela Palace Chennai
Everything was perfect here Ajit the concierge went out of his way to make my stay magical. So sad to have had to check out! The property stunning, the amenities opulent love love love this place
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Park Chennai
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Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Lovely room and friendly staff. I wish I could have stayed for longer. Suvendu, my server at Breakfast, could not have been more welcoming and hospitable.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Pillows are lumpy and hard to sleep on. Food in Peshawri was poor. Breakfast was poor quality as well. You had a massive lound disco party on a Wednesday night that went on til 2:15 am. When i went to complain, your staff, Anish, Sunny, and Vaishnavi all lied to me, constantly saying they would switch ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
THE MADRAS GRAND
Apartment was fanastic for the 6 of us. It was very clean, spacious with a lounge and kitxehn area. All bedrooms were ensuite.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Savera
Proximity to most places in Chennai. The hotel is from early 70s and it has gone through renovations a number of times. The rooms are still somewhat from the old times. Their complimentary breakfast is sumptuous and saves time to start the day early.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Besant Nagar
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Park and Theosophical Society Headquarters.
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Thiruvanmiyur Beach while you're exploring the area.
Thiruvanmiyur
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Mayajaal Entertainment.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Besant Nagar Travel Guide
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- M.a. Chidambaram Stadium
- Marina Beach
- St. Thomas Mount National Shrine
- Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam
- Santhome Basilica
- Consulate General of the United States
- Tidel park
- Neelankarai Beach
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Anna Salai Holidays
- Mylapore Holidays
- Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Thiruvanmiyur Beach
- Visit MRC Nagar
- Visit Thiruvanmiyur
- Visit Vadapalani
- Visit Raja Annamalai Puram
- Visit Nanganallur
- Visit Royapettah
- Visit Teynampet
- Visit Pudupakkam
- Visit Kodambakkam
- Visit Tamil Nadu
- Visit Saidapet
- Visit West Mambalam
- Visit Palavakkam
- Visit Sholinganallur
- Visit Chennai
- Visit Thousand Lights
- Visit Triplicane
- Visit Thoraipakkam
- Visit Purasaiwakkam
- Visit Kovilambakkam
- Visit KK Nagar
- Visit Manapakkam
- Visit T Nagar
- Visit Mylapore
- Visit Meenambakkam
- Visit Ekkatuthangal
- Visit Central Chennai
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- Visit Perungudi
- Visit West Saidapet
