Palavakkam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Marina Beach showing general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

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.

Pondy Bazaar
Kapaleeswarar Temple

Kapaleeswarar Temple

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female

Mamallapuram Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Explore the campus of SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus during your trip to Potheri. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Chennai Trade Centre

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Chennai Trade Centre during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Chennai Trade Centre

Activities

Taj Mahal, Agra

Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

NZ$1,313
per adult
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Chennai Night Walk Tour

Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)

NZ$28
per adult
Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)
Mahabalipuram Trip with Archaeologist

UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip

NZ$68
per adult
UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip
Magical Chennai Markets Tour

Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

NZ$211
per adult
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
Taj Mahal, Agra

1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights

NZ$1,161
per adult
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
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Our pick of the best Palavakkam Hotel Deals

Maroma Suites
Maroma Suites
3 out of 5
28 MGR Salai, Chennai, TN
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions ECR Beach and Neelankarai Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
A great stay at Maroma Suites
"In a great location and jumping-off point for everything we wanted to see and do in Chennai, the Maroma Suites is immaculately clean and comfortable and offers good breakfasts. But the real delight of this hotel is senior manager Mr Thiru and his truly excellent team! Together with office manager ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

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Maroma Suites
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$265 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$265
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (708 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
THE MADRAS GRAND
THE MADRAS GRAND
3 out of 5
NO 1 - CHINNA STREET, EGMORE, Chennai, Tamilnadu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Government Museum are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

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THE MADRAS GRAND
The Leela Palace Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai
5 out of 5
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$252 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$252
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (775 reviews)
First Class Service
"The hotel staff were amazing. First class service. The room and facilities were beautiful and luxurious. The Leela Palace is a 6 star hotel."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

The Leela Palace Chennai
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
4.5 out of 5
No 2 Ethiraj Salai Commander In Chief Rd, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$182 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$182
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (275 reviews)
"Not up to the mark for the brand/star/price. Breakfast buffet was good."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
5 out of 5
531 GST Road, St. Thomas Mount, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$194 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$194
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (677 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Palavakkam

Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Mylapore Tiruvallikk

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Mylapore Tiruvallikk
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Velachery

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Velachery
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Adyar

While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.

Adyar
Chennai featuring religious aspects

Guindy

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Guindy
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Sholinganallur

Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.

Sholinganallur
Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Mylapore

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Kapaleeswarar Temple and Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're in town.

Mylapore

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