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.
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.
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
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.
Things to do
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Private Tour: Chennai Sightseeing Including Fort St George and Government Museum
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Top hotels in Alwarpet
Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025
The Raintree, St. Mary's Road
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
The K11 Golden Gate
Reviewed on 12 May 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alwarpet
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.
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.
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.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
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.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
- Marina Beach
- ECR Beach
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MGM Dizzee World
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Tidel park
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park