Royapettah Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Express Avenue
During your visit to Chennai, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Express Avenue. Wander the beaches in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Our pick of the best Royapettah Hotel Deals
Taj Club House
The staff was phenomenal!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
ibis Chennai City Centre Hotel
The stay was good and the hotel was clean overall. The breakfast service was good though the lunch service was slow. It took 1 hour to get 2 dishes.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
E Hotel
The view was admiring and lights were almost glowing were I almost felt like I was in a movie
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
La Woods Hotel
This hotel was perfect for us - we spent a week exploring Chennai, and found the location worked very well; there is easy access to the (easy to use) metro, a large mall is nearby, as well as coffee shops and inexpensive restaurants aplenty. The hotel itself is spotless, the staff very friendly and ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
EMBASSY PARK Near US consulate
Room was clean and the staff is very helpful
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Everything was just perfect. Extremely satisfying stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Royapettah
Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Take time in Anna Salai (Mounts Road) to visit attractions like Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at LIC Metro Station to see more of the city.
Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram might not have many top sights, but Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or Government Museum.
Nungambakkam
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
Royapettah Travel Guide
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- Marina Beach
- St. Andrew's Kirk
- Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam
- Santhome Basilica
- Consulate General of the United States
- Kalikambal Temple
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
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- Visit Vanagaram
- Visit Triplicane
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- Visit Purasaiwakkam
- Visit KK Nagar
- Visit Manapakkam
- Visit T Nagar
- Visit Mylapore
- Visit Meenambakkam
- Visit Ekkatuthangal
- Visit Central Chennai
- Visit Besant Nagar
- Visit Madipakkam
- Visit Perungudi
- Visit West Saidapet
