Sholinganallur Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Activities
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Learn to Cook Traditional South Indian cuisine at the Chennai seashore
Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Sholinganallur
Thoraipakkam
The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travellers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Kapaleeswarar Temple while you're exploring the area.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
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.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Park and Theosophical Society Headquarters.
- AKDR Golf Village
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Apollo Hospital
- MIOT International Hospital
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Neelankarai Beach
- Mamallapuram Beach
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Shore Temple
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Olympia Tech Park
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu