Alwarpet Travel Guide

Chennai
Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy
Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy

Popular places to visit

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Marina Beach

4/5(44 reviews)

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
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Kapaleeswarar Temple

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
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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.

Pondy Bazaar
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Mamallapuram Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach
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Edward Elliot's Beach

4/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.

Edward Elliot's Beach
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Shore Temple

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.

Shore Temple

Things to do

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Private Food Trail in Sowcarpet Market

£47
Per adult
Private Food Trail in Sowcarpet Market
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Bicycle tour in Mahabalipuram with transport from Chennai,lunch & guide

£110
Per adult
Bicycle tour in Mahabalipuram with transport from Chennai,lunch & guide
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Bazaar Walking tour in George Town

£31
Per adult
Bazaar Walking tour in George Town
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Learn to Cook Traditional South Indian cuisine at the Chennai seashore

£62
Per adult
Learn to Cook Traditional South Indian cuisine at the Chennai seashore
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Private Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai

£38
Per adult
Private Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai
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Visit to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary from Chennai

£266
Per adult
Visit to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary from Chennai
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Top hotels in Alwarpet

Raj Park Chennai
Raj Park Chennai
3.5 out of 5
180 T T K Road Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Fully refundable
The price is £39 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
£39
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Ramakrishna Mutt Temple ...
6.8/10 (83 reviews)
"Check in is bad. They never che"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Raj Park Chennai
The Raintree, St. Mary's Road
The Raintree, St. Mary's Road
5 out of 5
120 St. Mary's Road, Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is £93 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£93
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (468 reviews)
"The food was generally spicy and repeated request for non spicy foods were not heeded."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

The Raintree, St. Mary's Road
Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road Hotel
Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road Hotel
4.5 out of 5
City Centre, Near Boat Club & Anna Salai, Nandanam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is £67 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£67
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the room service in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (127 reviews)
"Bed wasn't sufficient for family, room wasn't family friendly. Expected a bit more better service, reached out for room service couple of times for drinking water, but wasn't provided, so had to buy water from outside the next morning."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road Hotel
Taj Club House
Taj Club House
5 out of 5
No 2 Club House Road, Off Mount Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is £68 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£68
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (532 reviews)
"Close to US embassy. Easy access to transportation."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Taj Club House
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is £122 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
£122
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Devi Cineplex are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (575 reviews)
"I love this property. Easy to get transportation,it is a village not just hotel."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai
5 out of 5
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The price is £109 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£109
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (577 reviews)
"The property was absolutely amazing and the staff went above and beyond and were very friendly. Food is great, probably the best we have had in India so. Would recommend anyone looking for a place to stay in Chennai to stay here!"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

The Leela Palace Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Alwarpet

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T Nagar

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

T Nagar
Kapaleeswarar Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Mylapore

4/5(31 area reviews)

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.

Mylapore
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Nungambakkam

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Nungambakkam
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Adyar

While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.

Adyar
Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people

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.

Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Chennai featuring religious aspects

Guindy

4/5(24 area reviews)

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.

Guindy

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