What to See
Kapaleeswarar temple
Dedicated to the Lord Shiva, the Kapaleeswarar temple has a typical Dravidian Gopuram. Situated in Mylapore, it is near the San Thome Cathedral which is believed to contain the remains of St. Thomas, the Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Museum and Art Gallery
The Museum and Art Gallery is situated on the Pantheon Road, near Egmore
station. The archaeological section has a fabulous collection of ancient artifacts. The Bronze gallery has interesting items of of the Chola period.
The Theosophical Society
The Theosophical Society is located on the banks of the Adayar river and is frequented by most of the tourists.
Kalakshetra
Famous for Indian classical dance and music , Kalakshetra is an internationally renowned institution located at Thiruvanmiyoor. It is a classical example of the cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu.
The National Deer Park
The Black Buck, an endangered species of the Indian Antelope can be spotted here. It is located in the Raj Bhawan at Guindy. Also located at the Raj Bhawan is the Madras Snake Park which has a giant Turtle, Armadillos and many other animals which can rarely be seen elsewhere.
Entertainment
Government museum at Pantheon Road has Archeological, zoological, anthropological and geological galleries which display the pre historic to contemporary exhibits. Sculptures and bronzes are of special interest.
The Fort museum at the Fort of St. George has a large collection of coins, silverware, porcelain, manuscripts, engravings, and other materials related to the city.
Cholamandal Artists Village at Irinjambakkam is a contemporary arts villages by the villagers.
Dakshin Art Gallery at T.T.K Road has some exclusive Tanjore and Mysore glass paintings, old furniture and objects d'art.
Zoological parks - There is the Guindy National Park in Adiyar. Closed on Tuesday. The snake Park in Adiyar displays a large variety of reptiles. It is also closed on Tuesday.
Resorts and Amusement Parks - VGP Golden Beach Resort in Injambakkam is a resort and amusement park with a variety of entertainment. MGM Dizze World is in Muttukadu it has numerous rides, games and entertainment. Dolphin City at New Mamallapuram shows dolphins and sea lions. Prarthana Beach Drive in theatre in Injambakkam is the first of its kind in the country with film shows. Vandalore Zoo in Vandalur houses animals and wildlife in large enclosures with simulated enviroment. Kishkintha at Varadharajapuram offers rides and water rides. Muttukadu on the East Coast Road offers boating facilities in backwaters.