Chetpet Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
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
Immersive Mahabalipuram tour by tourism ministry approved company
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai: Guided Day Tour of the Highlights of Chennai
Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram
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Other neighbourhoods around Chetpet
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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at National Art Gallery or Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium.
Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Take time in Anna Salai (Mounts Road) to visit attractions like Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at LIC Metro Station to see more of the city.
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 while you're in town.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Anna Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
- Marina Beach
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Olympia Tech Park
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Fort St. George
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai