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.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its 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
Mahabalipuram walking tour by tourism ministry approved company
UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip
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
South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Passionate Baker
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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.
Kelambakkam
Kelambakkam is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Tirupporur area, you might plan a trip to Muttukadu Boat House or MGM Dizzee World.
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 Thirunallar Temple.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Apollo Hospital
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Neelankarai Beach
- MIOT International Hospital
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Pondy Bazaar
- Mamallapuram Beach
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Olympia Tech Park
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Shore Temple
- Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet