Title: Mahabalipuram Beach Travel Guide: Best of Mahabalipuram Beach, Chennai Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Mahabalipuram Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahabalipuram-Beach-Chennai-Hotels.0-n553248633981714005-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Chennai](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Chennai.d181449.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chennai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chennai.d181449.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Mahabalipuram Beach Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mahabalipuram-Beach.d553248633981714005.Car-Hire-Guide)[Mahabalipuram Beach Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahabalipuram-Beach.d553248633981714005.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Mahabalipuram Beach Travel Guide ## Chennai ![Built in the 7th century during reign of Pallava dynasty, Shore Temple is a majestic sight that will leave you in complete awe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047600/533c5cb9-7a8b-4c23-87d5-566c004024f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A sight to behold! The shore temple of mahabalipuram, overlooking the shore since the 8th century! #landscapephotography #indian #architecture #temple #blue #skies #bythebeach #goldenhour #landscape ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047600/608dbf0d-78b9-4af9-864a-b47065696419.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, India. It was built with blocks of granite, dating from the 8th century AD. At the time of its creation, the village was a busy port during the reign of Narasimhavarman II of the Pallava dynasty. As one of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, it has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984 and it is one of the oldest structural stone temples of South India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047600/82e1c3d7-f3e3-4c37-a19c-405de780d97d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#caves #arjunapalace ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047600/dcc8f508-703f-4fa6-839b-e4fcc4649e63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Shore Temple, 400AD, World UNESCO Heritage Site. #India #InStone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047600/3dbb9c40-05bf-4e95-9861-b99f27e858cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Mahabalipuram Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Chennai travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Chennai.dx181449) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104702/4fd03fb4-d950-46e0-bf0e-574a552e5612.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mamallapuram-Beach-Mahabalipuram-Beach.d6104702.Attraction) ![Shore Temple showing heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104690/32e2b82f-746d-48c4-8528-5517cb10e72b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shore Temple 4.5/5(17 reviews) Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shore-Temple-Mahabalipuram-Beach.d6104690.Attraction) ![Pancha Pandava Rathas featuring heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104700/1c64b296-8579-4882-b958-6939687cc852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pancha Pandava Rathas Study the religious carvings and decorated roofs of these five exquisite monoliths, which are testament to the ingenuity of Pallavan masonry. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pancha-Pandava-Rathas-Mahabalipuram-Beach.d6104700.Attraction) ![Chennai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532739290/e8d1e5ec-5b3c-4a9a-81c7-a46a9b1de5d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahishasuramardini Cave Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mahishasuramardini Cave during your travels in Mahabalipuram. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahishasuramardini-Cave-Mahabalipuram-Beach.d553248621532739290.Attraction) ![Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104640/20734ea5-5750-4c11-bbb1-edc5229e7d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marina-Beach-Central-Chennai.d6104640.Attraction) ![Aerial Photography Drone photography of Chennai and the suburbs in Tamil Nadu India; River bed landscape images of villages; Beach aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939591730/7fbf7807-e5b9-418a-a86b-2edd1031a0c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ECR Beach 4.5/5(4 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/ECR-Beach-Chennai.d553248635939591730.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48990249/d71c40ec-930c-4998-801f-408944d965f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai £82 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mahabalipuram-temple-and-beach-day-tour-from-chennai.a48990249.activity-details) ![Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1254155/b6bc4c42-3aa9-40ff-b1c1-4abdd2c1b435.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder £104 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mahabalipuram-private-tour-from-chennai-by-car-with-guide-and-lunch-by-wonder.a1254155.activity-details) ![Day trip to World heritage site Mahabalipuram from Chennai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1780929/5e140012-7703-43af-ac19-18ab2179886f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day trip to World heritage site Mahabalipuram from Chennai £88 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-world-heritage-site-mahabalipuram-from-chennai.a1780929.activity-details) ![Mahabalipuram walking tour by certified travel company](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1254112/cac9fc01-6981-42ac-8238-3385f1e55d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahabalipuram walking tour by certified travel company £43 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mahabalipuram-walking-tour-by-certified-travel-company.a1254112.activity-details) ![Traditional Fisherman’s Boat Ride Experience in Mamallapuram](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50644703/b65b57ee-9db6-448f-83fe-6c7c39907f68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Traditional Fisherman’s Boat Ride Experience in Mamallapuram £30 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/traditional-fishermans-boat-ride-experience-in-mamallapuram.a50644703.activity-details) ![Day Trip to Mahabalipuram](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3523289/a930abfa-6f25-4137-bf52-aa915314cffe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience) £97 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-mahabalipuram-curated-private-sightseeing-experience.a3523289.activity-details) [See all activities in Chennai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chennai.d181449.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Mahabalipuram Beach ![Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17370000/17363700/17363631/b3b7b77a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram No 53, Devaneri Village, East Coast Rd Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu £106 28 Mar - 29 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (67 reviews) The room smelt musty, and was ridden with insects. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026&selected=17363631&PinnedHotelID=17363631&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981714005) ![Chariot Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2130000/2120600/2120535/d6516fc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Chariot Beach Resort Five Rathas Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu £70 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Five Rathas and Pancha Pandava Rathas are ... 7/10 Good! (124 reviews) The swimming pool was a building site and the whole place needed an upgrade Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=2120535&PinnedHotelID=2120535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981714005) ![Mamalla Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3150000/3143600/3143528/7302522c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mamalla Beach Resort 108, Kovalam Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu £35 20 Apr - 21 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Mamallapuram Beach and Tiger Cave are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=3143528&PinnedHotelID=3143528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981714005) ![Rajalakshmi Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39570000/39564100/39564027/b888b932_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rajalakshmi Guest House NO 5, OTHAVADAI CROSS STREET Tirukalukundram TAMIL NADU Stay at this hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mahishasuramardini ... 6.8/10 (13 reviews) As they promised on the bookings, they didn’t provide AC, Breakfast, WiFi & toiletries. The picture of the property on your web site is not true. Could not believe that you put advertising like this. Even taps & toilet were broken, no proper hot water taps. So sad I stayed there for 2 days. Staff ... Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=39564027&PinnedHotelID=39564027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981714005) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=39564027&PinnedHotelID=39564027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981714005) ![Sea Breeze Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124890000/124883400/124883329/8d1faa06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sea Breeze Beach Resort Oothavadai Cross Street Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu £45 27 Mar - 28 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mahishasuramardini Cave ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Sholinganallur.dx6126961) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tambaram While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Arignar Anna Zoological Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Tambaram.dx553248635974587293) ![Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. MGR Central railway station,CHENNAI CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION, INDIA, TAMILNADU beautiful view day light blue say](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974587342/a30a3bdc-5115-4800-83e0-171e6ec85723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chromepet If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chromepet and surrounding area, you can visit Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Pallikaranai Marsh Reserve Forest. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Chromepet.dx553248635974587342) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Velachery Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Velachery.dx3000664003) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Thiruvanmiyur.dx553248635725825044) ![Shri ashtalakshmi temple temple a historic hindu temple It is located near Elliot's beach, in Chennai,Tamil Nadu India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974586914/6ab57a31-63c4-4ceb-8e8b-39acb3bcce4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Adyar While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Park and Theosophical Society Headquarters. 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