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$180
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$196
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)
Shore temple on the Mahabalipuram Private Tour from Chennai

Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai

AU$189
per adult
Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai
Walking Tour Chennai

Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

AU$36
per adult
Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Chennai Walk of Divinity

Chennai Walk of Divinity

AU$30
per adult
Chennai Walk of Divinity
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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$107 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$107
12 July - 13 July
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! (105 reviews)
"Excellent for business trip stay"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Novotel Chennai OMR Hotel
Vivanta Chennai IT Expressway
Vivanta Chennai IT Expressway
4.5 out of 5
309, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$98 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$98
21 June - 22 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
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$99 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$99
22 June - 23 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (84 reviews)
"Spacious room, much needed amenities, clean bathroom, good service and nice staff members. Great place to stay with friends and family."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Citadines OMR Chennai
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$72 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$72
22 June - 23 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$203 per night from 20 June to 21 June
AU$203
20 June - 21 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! (704 reviews)
"An amazing ItC property. All the way. Stay in the club tower"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 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$224 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$224
21 June - 22 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! (765 reviews)
"It was a great stay and i want to thank the gym trainer siva for recommending few things in the hotel and also at spa.. That was very useful. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 15 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
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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Adyar

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

Adyar
Chennai featuring religious aspects

Guindy

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Guindy Race Course or Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the area.

Guindy
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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 Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet.

Tambaram

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