Velachery
Chennai
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.
Phoenix Market City
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Phoenix Market City during your visit to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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)
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Top hotels in Velachery
The Westin Chennai Velachery
Beautiful facility in an excellent location if you want to shop around
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Chennai, Velachery
Good
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Breakfast buffet is very impressive, from wide variety of selection to attentive service.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Park Chennai
Room was nice
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Breakfast menu was the same for all the days. Service at the breakfast wasn’t great, we had to follow up a few times to get some items delivered to our table. Room service wasn’t great, they cleaned the room only after we request 2 times. In general service can be improved. Some management staffs ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Taj Club House
Staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Velachery
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Guindy Race Course or Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
