10 TOP Things to Do in Tamil Nadu October 2026

A densely populated hillside town with colorful buildings and a hilly backdrop.

A winding road through a dense eucalyptus forest.

A landscaped garden with a central pavilion, winding pathways, and a large cannon.

A forested path with sunlight filtering through the trees.

A lush tea plantation with neatly arranged rows of tea bushes under a clear blue sky.

Activities

Half Day Hiking With Waterfall

NZ$49

per adult

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

NZ$208

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)

NZ$46

per traveller

Chennai to Taj Mahal, Agra day trip with return flights

NZ$9

per adult

Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing

NZ$262

per traveller

Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)

NZ$139

per traveller

Ayurvedic Massages & Treatments

NZ$27

per adult

Munnar trek - Western Ghats

NZ$492

per adult

Auroville: Nature Trail Forest Cycling Adventure

NZ$27

per adult

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A detailed temple with multiple tiers, ornate carvings, and a prominent entrance.

Meenakshi Amman Temple

9.2/10 (74 reviews)

After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

T Nagar

Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.

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A monument with two large white arches, a golden statue, and a plaque in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Madras High Court are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nehru Park Station or Kilpauk Station to get around the larger area.

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A kudu antelope in a forested area with leaf-covered ground and trees.

Guindy

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Guindy. Top attractions like Phoenix Market City and Raj Bhavan are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Little Mount Station or Ekkattuthangal Station to see more of the city.

A church interior with wooden pews, a marble floor, and stained glass windows.

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.

A temple with multiple tiers and a large central tower, surrounded by a sandy area with scattered ruins.

Mahabalipuram Beach

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.

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