Besant Nagar
Chennai
Visit Besant Nagar
Popular places to visit
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
Ashtalakshmi Kovil
You can learn about the history of Chennai with a trip to Ashtalakshmi Kovil. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Vellore Day Trip: Visit Vellore Fort & Golden Temple
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Private Same-Day Excursion from Chennai to Tirupathi by Car
Top hotels in Besant Nagar
The Park Chennai
Staff service was too good
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Best hotel I loved it so much! 10/10 they were so respectful, clean, warm, breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Good place to have a stay
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Clean room make up. Good selection of tea amenities. Professional staff.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Taj Club House
Taj courtesy was great as usual.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
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Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Besant Nagar
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're exploring the area.
Thiruvanmiyur
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Mayajaal Entertainment.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram might not have many top sights, but Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Besant Nagar
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- ECR Beach
- Apollo Hospital
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- MGM Dizzee World
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
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