Purasaiwakkam 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
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
Food Trail in Sowcarpet Market with English guide
Bicycle tour in Mahabalipuram with transport from Chennai,lunch & guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Purasaiwakkam
Egmore
You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Egmore. You might want to make time for a stop at Government Museum or St. Andrew's Kirk.
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Madras High Court and Anna Salai are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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 Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple while you're in town.
- Marina Beach
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Olympia Tech Park
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Madras High Court