South Chennai Travel Guide

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The beautiful 'gopuram' (tower) of the Ashtalakshmi Temple in Chennai, India.

Indian Hindu Gods and Goddesses meticulously sculpted. Note the large snake which they are holding across them.

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The beautiful 'gopuram' (tower) of the Ashtalakshmi Temple in Chennai, India.

Indian Hindu Gods and Goddesses meticulously sculpted. Note the large snake which they are holding across them.

read more on my blog
https://theredbagandpurpleshoes.wordpress.com/2015/01/14/iconic-temples-of-chennai/
Sunrise over the Adyar river taken from the Kotturpuram bridge. The Adyar is one of the 2 main rivers flowing through the southern Indian city of Chennai. #Golden
Elliot\'s Beach which includes a playground and a beach
Edward Elliot\'s Beach featuring a city and a sunset

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Where to stay in South Chennai

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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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Velachery

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

Velachery
Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. MGR Central railway station,CHENNAI CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION, INDIA, TAMILNADU beautiful view day light blue say

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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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
Aerial Photography Drone photography of Chennai and the suburbs in Tamil Nadu India; River bed landscape images of villages; Beach aerial view

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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Pallavaram

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

Pallavaram
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$393 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$393
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (800 reviews)
Pillows are lumpy and hard to sleep on. Food in Peshawri was poor. Breakfast was poor quality as well. You had a massive lound disco party on a Wednesday night that went on til 2:15 am. When i went to complain, your staff, Anish, Sunny, and Vaishnavi all lied to me, constantly saying they would switch ...

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
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$271 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$271
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (784 reviews)
Awesome room & staff

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR

Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR

3.5 out of 5
No.169, Rajiv Gandhi Salai Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$80 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$80
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sathyabama University and Muttukadu ...
8/10 Very Good! (75 reviews)
staff were not very competent and forthcoming

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Chennai OMR
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aeroview Homestay Chennai Airport

Aeroview Homestay Chennai Airport

2.5 out of 5
12 B Amalanathan St Chennai TN
Stay at this aparthotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Sri Kamakshi ...
6/10 (1 review)
the staff behavior was not good.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Aeroview Homestay Chennai Airport
Olive Serviced Apartments

Olive Serviced Apartments

2 out of 5
No. 36, Anna Nedun Salai, Facite Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chennai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Thiruvanmiyur Beach and Mayajaal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
Excellent hospitality and service

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Olive Serviced Apartments
Truliv Villa Nova

Truliv Villa Nova

2 out of 5
Plot No.- 69A and 69B, Sparkling Sands, Chennai TN
Stay at this villa in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kart Attack and Muttukadu Lake are located ...
Truliv Villa Nova
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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