Putlur Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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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.
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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.
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Mamallapuram Beach
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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Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
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Immersive Mahabalipuram tour by tourism ministry approved company
![Highlights of the Chennai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3528053/63d62ba4-00f9-4dd5-bdb1-b2b370773f89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
![Kapaaleswar Temple in Mylapore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4806880/d2a19aea-1519-4a09-a142-1a7b15e107ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
![Day Trip to Mahabalipuram](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3523289/a930abfa-6f25-4137-bf52-aa915314cffe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
![Vannakam Chennai - A Must do Day Tour of Chennai !!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48211595/b9051ad7-09fb-40c9-ba5a-423287709adf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Chennai: Guided Day Tour of the Highlights of Chennai
Our pick of the best Putlur Hotel Deals
![Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/524500/524459/d67a678a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 27 Jan. 2025
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Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025
![Green Park Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3440000/3433900/3433828/1d0f0455_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024
![St Parklane Airport Hotel Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013100/27013060/4f00885d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Putlur
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Porur
When in Porur, you can plan a visit to Chennai Trade Centre and Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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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.
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Chromepet
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chromepet and surrounding area, you can visit Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Thirunallar Temple.
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Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
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Tambaram
While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Arignar Anna Zoological Park.
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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.
- MIOT International Hospital
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Vallakottai Murugan Temple
- Olympia Tech Park
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- Sree Balaji Medical College And Hospital
- St. Thomas Mount National Shrine
- Sri Jayaveera Abhayahastha Anjaneya Temple