Velachery Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Phoenix Market City
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Phoenix Market City during your visit to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Activities
Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram Day Tour with Guide, Lunch, Entrances
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Chennai Heritage & Cultural Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
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Other neighbourhoods around Velachery
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.
Guindy
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.
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.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Park and Theosophical Society Headquarters.
Injambakkam
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Injambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at VGP Universal Kingdom or VGP Snow Kingdom.
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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- More holiday ideas
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Pondy Bazaar
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Olympia Tech Park
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Guindy Race Course
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai