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தங்குமிடம் · Chennai, Tamil Nadu
← Back to the wedding site✈️Getting to Chennai
By air: fly into Chennai International Airport (MAA) — well connected with direct flights from major Indian cities and international hubs across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the US (usually one stop).
By train: Chennai Central and Chennai Egmore are the main stations, with trains from across the country.
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🛺Getting around
- Uber and Ola work well everywhere in Chennai (cars and autos) — the easiest option from the airport too.
- Auto-rickshaws are everywhere; booking through the apps avoids fare haggling.
- The Chennai Metro is clean, air-conditioned, and connects the airport to much of the city.
🏨Where to stay
These are our recommended Chennai stays for wedding guests. Reserve early for the best availability, and tap any location chip for directions or a neighborhood preview.
Holiday Inn Chennai OMR IT Expressway by IHG
110 Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvanmiyur
The Leela Palace Chennai
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, Chennai
The Westin Chennai Velachery
154 Velachery Main Road, Velachery
Four Points by Sheraton Chennai, Velachery
No. 333, Velachery–Tambaram Main Road
Fortune Beach Resort ECR, Chennai
3/314 Raja Road, East Coast Road, Sudhanandapuram
Holiday Inn Express Chennai OMR Thoraipakkam by IHG
No. 5/395, Nehru Nagar, OMR Road
Four Points by Sheraton Chennai OMR
OMR, Chennai
Arriving early? Explore Chennai
If you have a little extra time before the celebrations, here are a few places we'd love for you to explore.
Pondy Bazaar / T Nagar
Great for local shopping and food! Browse the shops around Pondy Bazaar and T Nagar, and make time for a bite along the way.
📍 Get DirectionsMarina Beach
An iconic Chennai experience and one of the longest urban beaches in the world. Take in the sea breeze and views across the Bay of Bengal.
📍 Get Directions Visitor information ↗Mahabalipuram Shore Temple
Part of Mahabalipuram's UNESCO World Heritage site, this early structural stone temple looks out over the Bay of Bengal. A magnificent day-trip destination for history and architecture enthusiasts.
📍 Get Directions About the World Heritage site ↗DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum
A cross-cultural living museum at Muttukadu on the East Coast Road, outside central Chennai. An engaging half-day trip to discover the art, architecture, crafts, and broader heritage of South India.
📍 Get Directions Plan your visit ↗For out-of-town trips, leave time for traffic and check opening hours before setting off.
🌤️Weather & what to pack
Late October in Chennai is warm and humid — expect roughly 26–33°C (79–91°F). It's also the start of the northeast monsoon, so a passing shower is possible: a small umbrella earns its place in your bag.
- Light, breathable fabrics; the venues are indoors and air-conditioned.
- Indian festive wear is warmly encouraged at every event — see each invite for the dress code.
- The muhurtham starts early on the 30th — pack comfortable footwear for a pre-dawn start!