Tirukalukundram Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A temple with intricate carvings and a large, ornate tower.
A detailed stone temple with intricate carvings and lion statues.
An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.
A large, multi-tiered temple with intricate carvings, surrounded by a paved walkway and a sandy area with scattered rocks.
An ancient temple with intricate carvings and a large dome structure.

Our guide on where to stay in Tirukalukundram

Find the best Tirukalukundram areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A temple with multiple tiers and a large central tower, surrounded by a sandy area with scattered ruins.
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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.

A tall, intricately carved temple with a surrounding water body and palm trees.

Paiyanur

The sandy beaches and archaeological sites are a few reasons travellers visit Paiyanur. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Descent Of The Ganges and Mamallapuram Beach are a few top sights nearby.

Kaldan Samudhra Palace, a Palace by the Sea

Kaldan Samudhra Palace, a Palace by the Sea

3.5 out of 5
ECR Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$256 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$256
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Kaldan Samudhra Palace, a Palace by the Sea
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram

Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram

4.5 out of 5
57, Covelong Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$272 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$272
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Mamallapuram ...
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram

4.5 out of 5
No 53, Devaneri Village, East Coast Rd Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$196 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$196
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach are located ...
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram
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Premiumcollection O Mahabalipuram

Premiumcollection O Mahabalipuram

2 out of 5
Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
Stay at this holiday home in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Mumu Surf Shop are located nearby.
Premiumcollection O Mahabalipuram
Sree Sri Residency ECR

Sree Sri Residency ECR

3 out of 5
362 ECR, Anna Enclave Injambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu
Stay at this villa in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions ECR Beach and VGP Snow Kingdom are located ...
Sree Sri Residency ECR
Eben Residency

Eben Residency

2 out of 5
KONATHI VILLAGE MAIN Rd Chengalpattu TN
Stay at this apartment in Chengalpattu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Arignar Anna Zoological Park is located ...
Eben Residency
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Stay near popular Tirukalukundram attractions

A sandstone temple complex with intricate carvings and domed structures.

Mamallapuram Beach

8.4/10 (49 reviews)
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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Activities

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

NZ$210
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Best of Chennai: Guided Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Pickup

Best of Chennai: Guided Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Pickup

NZ$148
per adult
Best of Chennai: Guided Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Pickup
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

Mahabalipuram Private Tour with Lunch and Guide from Chennai

NZ$245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mahabalipuram Private Tour with Lunch and Guide from Chennai
From Chennai: Private Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram Day Tour

From Chennai: Private Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram Day Tour

NZ$336
per adult
From Chennai: Private Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram Day Tour
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram

Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)

NZ$223
per traveller
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Same Day Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Chennai

Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights

NZ$82
per adult
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
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Cities near Tirukalukundram

A red building with a clock tower, surrounded by greenery and a busy street.

Chennai

An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.

Mahabalipuram

A white temple with a red roof, surrounded by a white fence, and a mountain in the background.

Chengalpattu

An aerial view of a beach with two boats, a wooden ladder, and some rocks.

Cheyyur