Must-Visit Places Around Chennai!
Posted on: 05/Jul/2024 1:09:47 PM
Family Outings (Evenings):
- Marina Beach: World`s 2nd longest beach.
- Lighthouse on Marina Beach: Offers panoramic views.
- Vivekananda House on Marina Beach: Historic landmark.
- Besant Nagar Beach: Popular evening spot.
- Kovalam Beach: 25 km from Chennai, scenic marine drive.
- Mahabalipuram Beach: 50 km from Chennai, known for its historic sites.
- Anna Nagar Tower Park: Ideal for evening strolls.
- Semmozhi Park: Green oasis in the city.
Religious Places:
- Santhome Basilica: Historic church in Chennai.
- Besant Nagar Church: Local religious site.
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple: Iconic temple in Mylapore, Chennai.
- Kalikambal Temple: Renowned temple in Chennai.
- St. Thomas Mount: Historic mount in Kathipara, Chennai.
- St. Anthony`s Church: Located in Parrys Corner, Chennai.
- Dharga at Triplicane: Popular religious site.
- Tirupati: 200 km from Chennai (Andhra Pradesh).
- Thiruthani: 100 km from Chennai.
- Thiruvannamalai: 200 km from Chennai.
- Melmaruvathur: 80 km from Chennai.
- Kalahasti Temple: 118 km from Chennai (Andhra Pradesh).
- ISKCON Temple: 35 km from Chennai.
- Thiruporur Temple: 40 km from Chennai.
- Velankanni Church: 400 km from Chennai.
- Nagore Dargah: 360 km from Chennai.
- Golden Temple: 145 km from Chennai, Vellore.
Multiplex Cinemas:
- Mayajaal Cinemas: 23 km from Chehennai, 17 screens.
- Sathyam Cinemas: Highly recommended.
- Luxe Cinemas: Located in Phoenix Mall.
- Escape Cinemas: Situated in Express Avenue.
- Palazzo: Located in Forum Mall.
- IMAX: Available at Phoenix Mall.
- AGS Cinemas: Villivakkam, T.Nagar, OMR Navalur, Maduravoyal.
- PVR Cinemas: Ampa Mall, VR Mall, ECR, OMR, Velachery, Pallavaram.
- Cinepolis: Located on ECR.
Amusement Parks (Around 20 km):
- MGM Dizzee World
- Queensland
- Kishkinta
- VGP Golden Beach
Shopping Malls:
- Phoenix Mall: Includes IMAX and Luxe Cinemas.
- Ampa Skywalk: Houses PVR Cinemas.
- Forum Vijaya Mall: Features Palazzo Cinemas.
- Express Avenue: Near Marina Beach, includes Escape Cinemas.
- City Centre: Close to Marina Beach, has INOX Theatre.
- VR Mall: Includes PVR Cinemas.
- Spencer Plaza: Oldest mall from the British period.
Cultural Sites:
- Egmore Museum: Second oldest museum in India.
Must-Try Restaurants & Foods in Chennai:
- Non-Veg: Trouser Kadai (Mylapore), Sundari Akka Kadai (Marina Beach), Nair Mess (Chepauk), Farooq Hotel (Otteri), SS Hyderabad Biryani, Sukkubhai Biryani (beef), Sheek Kebabs (Triplicane), Dindigul Thalappakatti, Junior Kuppana, Hotel Buhari.
- Dessert Parlours: Creamy Inn, Cream and Fudge, Cupcake Company, McRenett, Brownie Heaven, Cream Stone, Belgian Waffle, Haagen-Dazs, Ibaco, Movenpick.
- Pure Veg: Hotel Ratna Café, Saravana Bhavan, Sangeetha, Adyar Ananda Bhavan, Vasantha Bhavan, Rayar Mess, Karpagambal Mess.
Outdoor Attractions:
- Vandalur National Park
- T. Nagar, Ranganathan Street: Busy shopping area for clothing and jewelry.
