Covelong Beach Travel Guide
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.
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.
Shore Temple
Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
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.
Activities
Mylapore Walking tour by Wonder tours
Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours
Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
Silk trail to Kanchipuram from Chennai by Wonder tours
Private Food Trail in Sowcarpet Market by Wonder tours
Bicycle tour in Mahabalipuram with transport from Chennai,lunch & guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Covelong Beach
Sholinganallur
Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.
Mahabalipuram Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Shore Temple.
Thoraipakkam
The restaurants and sporting events are a few reasons travellers visit Thoraipakkam. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Neelankarai Beach and VGP Universal Kingdom are a few top sights nearby.
Tambaram
While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Thirunallar Temple.
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Shore Temple
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Olympia Tech Park
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple