What to do in Tamil Nadu

Activities, attractions and tours

A densely populated hillside town with colorful buildings and a hilly backdrop.
A winding road through a dense eucalyptus forest.
A landscaped garden with a central pavilion, winding pathways, and a large cannon.
A forested path with sunlight filtering through the trees.
A lush tea plantation with neatly arranged rows of tea bushes under a clear blue sky.

Things to do

Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

£87
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour

Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)

£31
per traveller
Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)
Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience

Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info)

£10
per adult
Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info)
Matir Mandir

Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing

£110
per traveller
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Dolmens

Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)

£58
per traveller
Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)
Munnar trek - Western Ghats

Munnar trek - Western Ghats

£207
per adult
Munnar trek - Western Ghats
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

£93
per adult
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
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A detailed temple with multiple tiers, ornate carvings, and a prominent entrance.

Meenakshi Amman Temple

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After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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Find the best Tamil Nadu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

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 Temple while you're in town.

A monument with two large white arches, a golden statue, and a plaque in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Madras High Court are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nehru Park Station or Pachaiyappa's College Station to get around the larger area.

A church interior with wooden pews, a marble floor, and stained glass windows.

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.

A herd of deer with antlers in a grassy field.

Guindy

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Guindy. Top attractions like Phoenix Market City and Guindy Race Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Little Mount Station or Ekkattuthangal Station to see more of the city.

An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.
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Mahabalipuram Beach

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.

 

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Day trip destinations from Tamil Nadu

A temple with intricate architecture on a hill overlooking a city.

Coimbatore

A densely populated urban area with numerous buildings and several large, ornate towers.

Madurai

A busy urban street with a prominent church steeple, various commercial buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Chennai

An ornate temple interior with intricate carvings and a central shrine.

Tiruchirappalli

A colorful water kiosk with a sign indicating the price for drinking water.

Coonoor

A valley with mountains in the background and mist covering the lower elevations.

Thekkady

A yellow temple with a red roof and a white base, surrounded by a rocky landscape and a clear blue sky.

Masinagudi

A stone structure with steps leading up to it, surrounded by greenery.

Mahabalipuram