Things to Do in Chennai
Things to do in Chennai — Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Mahabalipuram.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Your guide to Chennai
Chennai opens onto the Bay of Bengal — the world's second-longest urban beach at Marina, the gopurams of Kapaleeshwarar Temple and a quick coastal run to the shore temples of Mahabalipuram. A NAMO CABS driver does the ECH coastal drive and the city loop in one relaxed day.
- Best time
- November–February. The Dec–Jan music season is peak; avoid the Apr–Jul heat.
- Ideal duration
- 2 days
- How to reach
- Fly into Chennai (MAA); the ECH coastal road runs south to Pondicherry and Mahabalipuram.
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Top things to do in Chennai
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BeachMarina Beach sunrise
A 13 km city beach, best at dawn.
Day tripMahabalipuram shore temples
UNESCO 7th-century temples, 60 km south.
TempleKapaleeshwarar Temple
A Dravidian temple in Mylapore.
Day tripPondicherry run
A 165 km ECR coastal drive.
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Chennai sightseeing FAQs
Quick answers about seeing Chennai by cab — packages, outstation drops and booking.
Yes. Our local rental packages (4H/40km, 8H/80km, 12H/120km) are ideal for Chennai sightseeing — a verified chauffeur stays with you all day and you only pay for the hours and km you use.
Yes. We operate one-way and round-trip outstation cabs from Chennai to every major city in Tamil Nadu and across India, with transparent per-km fares and trained drivers.
Yes. Our local chauffeurs know Chennai's attractions, parking, entry timings and the best routes between them — so your sightseeing day runs smooth and on time.
Same-day is usually possible, but during weekends, festivals and peak season we recommend booking 24–48 hours ahead to guarantee your preferred vehicle.
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