Paiyanur Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
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
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Our pick of the best Paiyanur Hotel Deals
Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center
Reviewed on 22 June 2025
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Novotel Chennai Sipcot
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, GST Road, Chennai
Reviewed on 29 July 2025
Kaldan Samudhra Palace
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Paiyanur
Mahabalipuram Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
Tambaram
While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Arignar Anna Zoological Park.
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.
Chromepet
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chromepet and surrounding area, you can visit Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Kumaran Kundram.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
Paiyanur Travel Guide
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