Tambaram 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.
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.
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.
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
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
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
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Our pick of the best Tambaram Hotel Deals
The Leela Palace Chennai
Amazing place! Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Park Chennai
Clean rooms, affordable rooms, courteous staff, great breakfast with lots of options, perfect location for US visa interview in Chennai.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
All the staff were very helpful & courteous. The room was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
THE MADRAS GRAND
Spot on for any guest looking for a clean and tidy room, amazing staff always with a smile and ready to do anything for their guests, the love and hospitality they bring to the hotel is so special, I hope that people looking for a hotel in Chennai should stay at the Madras Grand to actually experience ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Taj Club House
Courteous staff and cleanliness
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
This hotel makes Chennai standing out! Was very impressive for the location, airport pickup & drop, environment, service, and so on.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tambaram
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Porur
When in Porur, you can plan a visit to Chennai Trade Centre and Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Guindy Race Course or Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the area.
