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.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
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.
Activities
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
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
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
"Not a 5 star hotel as claimed Not well maintained rooms Amenities were too basic Breakfast was not great"
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Park Chennai
"Good hotel, clean rooms, close to the embassy."
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
"All was amazing specialy Andrew at Ministry of Chutney"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Chennai
"The hotel is ideally located in the heart of the city, offering convenient access to key attractions. It features excellent amenities and quality on-site dining options, including complimentary breakfast. The rooms are spacious, well-maintained, and equipped with comfortable beds and clean linens. ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Taj Club House
Other neighbourhoods around Besant Nagar
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
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.
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.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
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 Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course 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
- Visit Madipakkam
- Visit Perungudi
- Visit West Saidapet
