Muttukadu 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
Anna Salai

Anna Salai

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.

Anna Salai
Shore Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Shore Temple

4/5(4 reviews)

Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.

Shore Temple

Activities

Shore temple on the Mahabalipuram Private Tour from Chennai

Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai

NZ$202
per adult
Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai
Guided tours with Art historians

Mahabalipuram Slow Travel Cultural Tour

NZ$2,693
per adult
Mahabalipuram Slow Travel Cultural Tour
Taj Mahal, Agra

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

NZ$1,355
per adult
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Taj Mahal, Agra

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

NZ$1,198
per adult
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Park side Area

Private Day Tour The Taj Mahal Experience from Chennai

NZ$265
per adult
Private Day Tour The Taj Mahal Experience from Chennai
Wedding silk saree

Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai

NZ$128
per adult
Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai
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Our pick of the best Muttukadu Hotel Deals

MGM Beach Resorts

MGM Beach Resorts

4 out of 5
1/74, East Coast Road, Muttukadu, Tirupporur, Chennai or Mahabalipuram
The price is NZ$130 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$130
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tirupporur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions ECR Beach and DakshinaChitra Heritage ...
7/10 Good! (46 reviews)
"Generally a great value and a satisfying hotel experience. Only bit of irritation was that I could not get an Uber to come directly to the property for pick up. Instead, I had to walk about 300 m to a pickup location. Not necessarily the fault of the hotel but it was irritating."

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2025

MGM Beach Resorts
The Park Chennai

The Park Chennai

5 out of 5
601 Anna Salai Road, Near US Embassy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$112 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$112
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
6.2/10 (689 reviews)
"Value for money, elaborate breakfast, nicely designed room, ideal for people coming for US embassy related work."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

The Park Chennai
Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor

4.5 out of 5
Anna Salai, Teynampet, 636, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$171 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$171
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (682 reviews)
"The room service at this hotel seemed to be mainly drinks, and I don’t think dinner was available—maybe it was just my room. Everything else was wonderful, so that part was a bit disappointing."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Pullman Chennai Anna Salai - Premium Brand By Accor
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$287 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$287
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (753 reviews)
"Just overall a wonderful place to stay! We stayed their 2 bedroom apartment suite. They were clean, well maintained, staff were very polite and helpful. Spa was exceptional. Food was excellent. The microwave in our room never warmed the food that was our only issue. We also didn’t contact them about ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Good place to have a stay"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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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$272 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$272
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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! (825 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

The Leela Palace Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Muttukadu

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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
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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.

Thoraipakkam
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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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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.

Tambaram
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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.

Chromepet
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Pallavaram

Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.

Pallavaram

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