Egmore Travel Guide
Chennai
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Popular places to visit
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St. Andrew's Kirk
With grand columns, elaborate stained-glass windows and elegant décor, this tranquil 19th-century church is one of Chennai’s many striking colonial landmarks.
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Government Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Government Museum during your travels in Chennai. Stroll along the beaches or experience the entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
![Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101863-Marina-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
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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.
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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.
![Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101991-Mamallapuram-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Things to do
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British Buildings & the Story of Chennai walking tour with guide
![Highlights of the Chennai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3528053/63d62ba4-00f9-4dd5-bdb1-b2b370773f89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Half Day City Tour)
![Tirupathi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48973042/1478befd-21fc-4372-acf2-2883153df165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Same-Day Excursion from Chennai to Tirupathi by Car
![Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram Day Tour with Guide, Lunch, Entrances](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3281068/78f53504-78c8-41e3-9544-d377ddb66a81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram Day Tour with Guide, Lunch, Entrances
![Vannakam Chennai - A Must do Day Tour of Chennai !!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48211595/b9051ad7-09fb-40c9-ba5a-423287709adf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Chennai: Guided Day Tour of the Highlights of Chennai
Top hotels in Egmore
![Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4947000/4946914/102a874e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2025
![THE MADRAS GRAND](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76502900/76502820/bb0509dd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025
![Ambassador Pallava](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526100/526028/w748h407x4y14-9ac78cad_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025
![Ramada by Wyndham Chennai Egmore](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617300/5617212/fa84a719_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2024
![Hotel Pandian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8730000/8724800/8724725/5df2c4eb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024
![The Leela Palace Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4791400/4791355/b4745524_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Egmore
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Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Take time in Anna Salai (Mounts Road) to visit attractions like Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at LIC Metro Station to see more of the city.
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Nungambakkam
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
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Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Raja Muthiah Hall and Madras High Court are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.
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T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam while you're in town.
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Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Kapaleeswarar Temple and Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're in town.
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Anna Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.