Fort Tondiarpet Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fort Tondiarpet
Popular places to visit
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Fort St. George
Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments.
Government Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Government Museum during your travels in Chennai. Stroll along the beaches or experience the entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
St. Mary's Church
This pretty 17th-century church forms part of the historic Fort St. George and presents a reminder of when Chennai was a British-ruled trading post.
St. Andrew's Kirk
With grand columns, elaborate stained-glass windows and elegant décor, this tranquil 19th-century church is one of Chennai’s many striking colonial landmarks.
Armenian Church
Experience the tranquility of this 300-year-old church and browse the stalls of local hawkers on the animated and chaotic Armenian Street.
Activities
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Our pick of the best Fort Tondiarpet Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
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Taj Connemara
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Other neighbourhoods around Fort Tondiarpet
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Raja Muthiah Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Raja Muthiah Hall or Government Museum.
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.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Kapaleeswarar Temple and Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're in town.
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.
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.
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