Sholinganallur 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.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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.
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.
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.
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
Learn to Cook Traditional South Indian cuisine at the Chennai seashore
Private Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai
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Other neighbourhoods around Sholinganallur
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.
Velachery
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Thiruvanmiyur
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Thiruvanmiyur. You might want to make time for a stop at Thiruvanmiyur Beach or Marundeeswarar Temple.
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Kapaleeswarar Temple while you're exploring the area.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
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.
- AKDR Golf Village
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- Neelankarai Beach
- Shore Temple
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Olympia Tech Park
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple