Kanathur Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich 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.
Activities
Immersive Mahabalipuram tour by tourism ministry approved company
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai: Guided Day Tour of the Highlights of Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Kanathur
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
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.
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 Shirdi Sai Baba Temple.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Mamallapuram Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Shore Temple
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Olympia Tech Park
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet