Velachery Travel 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.
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.
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.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
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
Bergen's University District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours
Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
Bicycle tour in Mahabalipuram with transport from Chennai,lunch & guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Velachery
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
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.
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.
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.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple while you're in town.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Consulate General of the United States
- ECR Beach
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Apollo Hospital
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Sankara Nethralaya
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Neelankarai Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park