Central Chennai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A busy street with various shops, including Sangeetha Fast Foods and St. Mary's.
A pathway lined with trees and a building in the distance.
A cannon in a grassy area with trees and a road in the background.
A church with a tall steeple and a clock.
A tall church with a spire, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

Stay near popular Central Chennai attractions

A group of people in red robes on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
Photo by Tracey Heppner
Open Photo by Tracey Heppner

Marina Beach

8.0/10 (352 reviews)
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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Activities

Matir Mandir

Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing

NZ$259
per traveller
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Taj Mahal Tour Packages from chennai with price

Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights

NZ$86
per adult
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

NZ$206
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Guided tours with Art historians

Mahabalipuram Slow Travel Cultural Tour

NZ$241
per adult
Mahabalipuram Slow Travel Cultural Tour
Delicious Food Trail: Explore Sowcarpet Market's Culinary Delight

Delicious Food Trail: Explore Sowcarpet Market's Culinary Delight

NZ$81
per adult
Delicious Food Trail: Explore Sowcarpet Market's Culinary Delight
Taj Mahal and Agra Overnight Tour Package from Chennai with Flight

Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight

NZ$121
per adult
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
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Our pick of the best Central Chennai Hotel Deals

Taj Club House

Taj Club House

5 out of 5
No 2 Club House Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$163 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$163
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (813 reviews)
"We are really enjoyed staying in this hotel. Every one were very nice, very close to shopping areas. Looking forward again."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Taj Club House
Hyatt Regency Chennai

Hyatt Regency Chennai

5 out of 5
365 Anna Salai Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$180 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$180
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (633 reviews)
"Clean room, staff were friendly and helpful, security was good, safe place to stay."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Hyatt Regency Chennai
Taj Coromandel

Taj Coromandel

5 out of 5
37 Mahatma Gandi Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$223 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$223
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (520 reviews)
"We had a good time everything was very good restaurant and breakfast. kitchen chef Dayaln was excellent."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Taj Coromandel
The Park Chennai

The Park Chennai

5 out of 5
601 Anna Salai Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$112 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$112
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (828 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at the Park Hotel and one of the highlights of my visit was the exceptional hospitality shown by the restaurant team."

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

The Park Chennai
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai

4.5 out of 5
10 Cathedral Street Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$171 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$171
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
The Residency

The Residency

4 out of 5
No.49, G.N.Chetty Road, T-Nagar Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$125 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
NZ$125
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Pondy Bazaar are located ...
The Residency
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Chennai

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A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

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 Temple while you're in town.

A herd of deer with antlers in a grassy field.

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.

A historical building with a dome and columns, viewed through a circular frame.
Photo by Mike Belson
Open Photo by Mike Belson

Nungambakkam

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at SDAT Tennis Stadium or Valluvar Kottam.

An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.
Photo by Marcelo Lopes
Open Photo by Marcelo Lopes

Mahabalipuram Beach

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Mumu Surf Shop.

A temple with intricate carvings and multiple domes.

Mylapore Tiruvallikk

Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're exploring the area.

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