Nungambakkam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nungambakkam
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.
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.
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.
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.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
Activities
Chennai: Guided Day Tour of the Highlights of Chennai
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)
Our pick of the best Nungambakkam Hotel Deals
Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2024
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nungambakkam
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple while you're in town.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or Government Museum.
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.
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.
Koyambedu
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Koyambedu and you might want to plan a stop by Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall while you're in the area.
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Nungambakkam?
- Hotels Near Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Which hotel chains are in Nungambakkam?
- Marina Beach
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Apollo Hospital
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Olympia Tech Park
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Guindy Race Course
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall