Thousand Lights West Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Thousand Lights West
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.
ECR Beach
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
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.
Things to do
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Chennai city sightseeing by Private Vehicle
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Top hotels in Thousand Lights West
Grand One Tower
Everything was clean and staff was efficient. Breakfast was good
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Royal Inn
Terrible experience. No power from 7 AM and no proper backup. I couldn't sleep - got barely 3-4 hours of rest. Not acceptable for a hotel.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Fabhotel Royal Atlantis Studio Apartments
Excellent stay .. friendly staff. Allowed me late check out. Thanks
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
The Park Chennai
yes
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Leela Palace Chennai
Everything was perfect here Ajit the concierge went out of his way to make my stay magical. So sad to have had to check out! The property stunning, the amenities opulent love love love this place
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
The staff were so friendly and kind! Very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thousand Lights West
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.
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium or St. Andrew's Kirk.
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.
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.
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
