Central Chennai
Chennai
Visit Central 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.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
Fort St. George
Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments.
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai is just one of the places to see in Chennai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and marina in this culturally rich area.
Sankara Nethralaya
If Sankara Nethralaya is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chennai.
Things to do
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Private Tour to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram with Pick Up
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Top hotels in Central Chennai
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Overall service skills of staff were not up to usual Hyatt standard. Rooms were in poor state of repair, particularly the bathroom which was mouldy and smelt damp. Not unusable but again not the usual standard expected for price and brand.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Park Chennai
Good hotel, clean rooms, close to the embassy.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Taj Club House
Shower can be a little bit better for a 5 star hotel. Everything else was exceptional.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre
Taj Coromandel
Wonderful
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai
Breakfast was okay
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Chennai
Kilpauk
While there might not be top attractions in Kilpauk, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ampa Skywalk Mall and St. Andrew's Kirk.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or Government Museum.
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.
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.
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.
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.
