Sholinganallur Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Marina Beach showing general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

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.

Pondy Bazaar
Kapaleeswarar Temple

Kapaleeswarar Temple

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female

Mamallapuram Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach

AKDR Golf Village

Enjoy a round of golf in Chennai at AKDR Golf Village. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

AKDR Golf Village

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Explore the campus of SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus during your trip to Potheri. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Activities

Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours

Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours

AU$181
per adult
Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

AU$198
per adult
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
Chennai Walking Tour

Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)

AU$21
per adult
Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)
Kapaaleswar Temple in Mylapore

Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company

AU$94
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
Shore temple on the Mahabalipuram Private Tour from Chennai

Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai

AU$190
per adult
Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai
Vegetarian South Indian cooking class with a passionate baker

South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Passionate Baker

AU$84
per adult
South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Passionate Baker
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Our pick of the best Sholinganallur Hotel Deals

Novotel Chennai OMR Hotel
Novotel Chennai OMR Hotel
4 out of 5
Opp. Elcot Sez, IT Expressway, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Sholinganallur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$98 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$98
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions ECR Beach and AKDR Golf Village are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
"It was a perfect stay, loved the whole atmosphere right from on boarding to the last day. Dining, room, gym, pool was so neat and clean."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Novotel Chennai OMR Hotel
Citadines OMR Chennai
Citadines OMR Chennai
4 out of 5
290, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), IT Expressway, Sholinganallur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$100 per night from 13 June to 14 June
AU$100
13 June - 14 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions ECR Beach and AKDR Golf ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (81 reviews)
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at Citadines Hotel in Chennai, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the super cool front desk team, who welcomed me with warm smiles and efficiently checked me in. The management ..."

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2025

Citadines OMR Chennai
Vivanta Chennai IT Expressway
Vivanta Chennai IT Expressway
4.5 out of 5
309, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$105 per night from 20 June to 21 June
AU$105
20 June - 21 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (116 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Vivanta Chennai IT Expressway
ibis Chennai OMR Hotel
ibis Chennai OMR Hotel
3 out of 5
Opp. Elcot Sez, IT Expressway, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Sholinganallur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$59 per night from 14 June to 15 June
AU$59
14 June - 15 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions ECR Beach and AKDR Golf Village are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (76 reviews)
"Very safe and clean hotel . Much recommended!!"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025

ibis Chennai OMR Hotel
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$204 per night from 13 June to 14 June
AU$204
13 June - 14 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (699 reviews)
"Amazing time at the apartments in ITC. Lovely pool courteous staff. We dined in Avartana an excellent experience. Might need to consider change of menu."

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai
5 out of 5
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$225 per night from 13 June to 14 June
AU$225
13 June - 14 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (761 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

The Leela Palace Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Sholinganallur

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Velachery

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Velachery
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Thiruvanmiyur

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Marundeeswarar Temple.

Thiruvanmiyur
Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Mylapore Tiruvallikk

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Mylapore Tiruvallikk
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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.

Pallavaram
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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.

Chromepet
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Adyar

While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Park and Theosophical Society Headquarters.

Adyar

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