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Attractions & Places to Visit in Chennai

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Fort St. George
Fort St. George
1.3 km · about 5 min by road

First English fortress in India, housing a museum and St. Mary's Church.

Government Museum Chennai
Government Museum Chennai
3 km · about 10 min by road

One of India's oldest museums, showcasing diverse collections.

Mylapore
Mylapore
5.4 km · about 15 min by road

Historic neighborhood known for temples, traditional markets, and arts.

San Thome Basilica
San Thome Basilica
6 km · about 15 min by road

Historic Roman Catholic basilica built over the tomb of St. Thomas.

Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
6.1 km · about 15 min by road

Ancient Shiva temple with stunning Dravidian architecture in Mylapore.

Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach)
Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach)
10.1 km · about 25 min by road

Quieter beach popular for evening strolls and local eateries.

Guindy National Park
Guindy National Park
10.8 km · about 30 min by road

Smallest national park in India, home to diverse flora and fauna.

Old Lighthouse
Old Lighthouse
1.1 km · about 5 min by road

Historic lighthouse offering panoramic views of the coast.

MGR Memorial
MGR Memorial
2.7 km · about 5 min by road

Memorial for former Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran.

Marina Beach
Marina Beach
3.8 km · about 10 min by road

Second-longest urban beach in the world, iconic landmark.

Semmozhi Poonga
Semmozhi Poonga
4.9 km · about 15 min by road

Botanical garden with diverse flora.

Chennai City Center
Chennai City Center
5 km · about 15 min by road

Chennai City Center in Thomas Beach.

Rajaji Memorial
Rajaji Memorial
10 km · about 25 min by road

Memorial dedicated to C. Rajagopalachari.

Thiruvanmiyur Beach
Thiruvanmiyur Beach
12.2 km · about 30 min by road

Quiet and less crowded beach

Cholamandal Artists' Village
Cholamandal Artists' Village
18.6 km · about 50 min by road

Oldest artists' village in India, promoting contemporary art.

Government Museum Chennai

14 places inside half an hour of Chennai.

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