What to do in Tamil Nadu

Activities, attractions and tours

A densely populated hillside town with colorful buildings and a hilly backdrop.
A winding road through a dense eucalyptus forest.
A landscaped garden with a central pavilion, winding pathways, and a large cannon.
A forested path with sunlight filtering through the trees.
A lush tea plantation with neatly arranged rows of tea bushes under a clear blue sky.

Things to do

Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

CA $169
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Half Day Hiking With Waterfall

Half Day Hiking With Waterfall

CA $39
per adult
Half Day Hiking With Waterfall
Matir Mandir

Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing

CA $213
per traveller
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour

Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)

CA $59
per traveller
Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours)
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

CA $140
per adult
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience

Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info)

CA $19
per adult
Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info)
Dolmens

Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)

CA $113
per traveller
Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info)
Munnar trek - Western Ghats

Munnar trek - Western Ghats

CA $406
per adult
Munnar trek - Western Ghats
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

CA $118
per adult
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
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Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 33 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $169 per adult
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Chennai: 2 Hour Street Food Walking Tour

Chennai: 2 Hour Street Food Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $26 per adult*
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Ayurvedic Massages & Treatments

Ayurvedic Massages & Treatments

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $22 per adult
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Auroville: Nature Trail Forest Cycling Adventure

Auroville: Nature Trail Forest Cycling Adventure

Activity duration is 3 hours
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Price is CA $22 per adult*
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Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with Vidhya

Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with Vidhya

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $77 per adult*
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What to do in Tamil Nadu

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A detailed temple with multiple tiers, ornate carvings, and a prominent entrance.

Meenakshi Amman Temple

9.2/10 (74 reviews)
After visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madurai. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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Where to stay in Tamil Nadu

Find the best Tamil Nadu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

T Nagar

T Nagar is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.
A historical building with a dome and columns, viewed through a circular frame.
Photo by Mike Belson
Open Photo by Mike Belson

Nungambakkam

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.
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Open Photo by Marcelo Lopes

Mahabalipuram Beach

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.
A tall, cylindrical tower with multiple balconies and a circular observation deck at the top.

Anna Nagar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Anna Nagar and surrounding area, you can visit Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
A herd of deer with antlers in a grassy field.

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.

 

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Day trip destinations from Tamil Nadu

A temple with intricate architecture on a hill overlooking a city.

Coimbatore

A densely populated urban area with numerous buildings and several large, ornate towers.

Madurai

A busy urban street with a prominent church steeple, various commercial buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Chennai

An ornate temple interior with intricate carvings and a central shrine.

Tiruchirappalli

A castle-like building with towers, arched windows, and ivy-covered walls.

Bengaluru

A waterfall cascading over a rocky terrain surrounded by dense forest.

Yercaud

A courtyard with ornate pillars and a tiled roof.

Kothamangalam

A foggy lake with a red boat carrying people.

Kodaikanal

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