Velachery Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Velachery
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.
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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Anna Salai
Learn about the local history of Chennai with a stop at Anna Salai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.
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: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Colonial Charm & Cultural Treasures Chennai Sightseeing Tour
Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car
Chennai - Guided half day private city tour
Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
Georgetown heritage walking tour in Chennai about the founding of Chennai
Our pick of the best Velachery Hotel Deals
The Westin Chennai Velachery
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Chennai, Velachery
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
The Park Chennai
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
The Leela Palace Chennai
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
THE MADRAS GRAND
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Velachery
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Chennai Citi Center Mall while you're exploring the area.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
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.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
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.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
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- Guindy Race Course
- Visit Kattankulathur
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- Visit Minjur
- Neelankarai Beach
- Olympia Tech Park
- Visit Singaperumal Koil
- South Chennai Holidays
- St. Thomas Mount National Shrine
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