Porur 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.
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.
Viswaroopa Adhivyadhihara Sri Bhaktha Anjaneyaswami Temple
Learn about the local history of Chennai when you spend time at Viswaroopa Adhivyadhihara Sri Bhaktha Anjaneyaswami Temple. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)
Private 3-Day Tour to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur with one-way Commercial Flight
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port
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Other neighbourhoods around Porur
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Pondy Bazaar
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Olympia Tech Park
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall