Long weekend escapes from Chennai

WEEKEND GETAWAYS IN CHENNAI Updated : Jul 24, 2017, 02.03 PM IST

453253673From the picturesque tea estates of Ooty to Tamil Nadu’s untouched mountain range Kolli Hills, the long list of weekend getaways from Chennai will undoubtedly entice you to pack your bags and head out. These destinations offer the perfect respite from Chennai’s sweltering heat and roaring traffic and make for great getaways during long weekends. Coorg, known as Scotland of India, is one of the prime choices for the weekenders and travellers from Chennai. Here one can go on trekking, hiking and camping. You simply cannot miss out Yercaud which is home to Big Lake. You can also go to Kodaikanal in Palani hills if you want to spend some time amidst nature. Wayanad and Munnar are for the hardcore tea and coffee lovers. With so many places just a few hours’ drive away, Chennai certainly has a lot to offer when it comes weekend getaways.

Must Read- 5 weekend breaks from Chennai

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Nandi Hills

SIGHTSEEING, CHIKKABALLAPUR

Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills, also known as Nandidurg, is a popular tourist destination located at a distance of 60 km from Bengaluru. It is situated in the Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka. Many interesting legends are associated wi...more

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Yercaud

SIGHTSEEING, YERCAUD

Yercaud

Known as the Jewel of the South, Yercaud is a small hill station and a popular one at that, located in Salem district of Tamil Nadu in the Shevaroys Hill range in the Eastern Ghats. Enthroned with a wealth of natural bea...more

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Mahabalipuram

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Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram is a traditional and ancient sea-side town that is laid-back and artsy. It witnesses very high footfall in all seasons and thrives on tourism. Head here in spring and winters to make the best of your trip b...more

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Pondicherry

SIGHTSEEING IN PONDICHERRY

Pondicherry

Pondicherry will bowl you over with its cobbled lanes, blue waters and the sheer abundance of natural beauty. There is an interesting range of places to visit including ancient temples and churches, an experimental town ...more

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Munnar

SIGHTSEEING IN MUNNAR

Munnar

If you wish to escape the humdrums of everyday life and relax amidst hills and greens, then Munnar is the perfect choice for you. Around 580 km away from Chennai, Munnar is the place where nature breathes in every corner...more

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Yercaud

SIGHTSEEING, YERCAUD

Yercaud

Yercaud is a Tamil word meaning ‘Lake Forest’, quite apt for this hill town which is beautifully nestled amidst Shevaroy Hills in Tamil Nadu at an elevation of 4970 ft. This breathtakingly stunning place is around 350 km...more

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Kanchipuram

SIGHTSEEING, KANCHIPURAM

Kanchipuram

Kanchipuram, also known as Kanchi, is a city renowned for its Kanjivaram silk sarees. Located 74 km from Chennai, this beautiful place is dotted with several colourful and beautiful temples which are world famous. It tak...more

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Chidamabaram

SIGHTSEEING, CHIDAMBARAM

Chidamabaram

Chidamabaram is a city named after the famous, beautifully-carved 11th-century temple dedicated to the dancing form of Shiva as Nataraja. At a distance of 232 km from Chennai, Chidamabaram is a great extended weekend get...more

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Ooty

THINGS TO DO IN OOTY

Ooty

Established as a summer retreat by the British, Ooty is located at a distance of 600 km from Chennai. Its pretty cottages, fenced flower gardens, thatched-roof churches and terraced botanical gardens make it a visual de...more

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Wayanad

SIGHTSEEING IN WAYANAD

Wayanad

Around 600 km from Chennai, Wayanad’s landscape combines epic mountain scenery, rice paddies, bamboo trees, spiky ginger fields and rubber, cardamom and coffee plantations. Part of a forest reserve, it’s also home to a v...more

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Kolli Hills

WEEKEND GETAWAYS, TAMIL NADU

Kolli Hills

Seemingly untouched by human activity, Kolli Hills are a mountain range situated 350 km south of Chennai, in the Namakkal district of Tamil Nadu. Part of the Eastern Ghats, the mountains cover an area of 280 sq km and ar...more

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Coorg

SIGHTSEEING IN COORG

Coorg

Spread across the Western Ghats, the misty valley of Coorg is enveloped in emerald landscapes and acres of plantation. Lying at a distance of 600 km from Chennai, Coorg is fondly called the Scotland of India due to its v...more

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Kodaikanal

THINGS TO DO IN KODAIKANAL

Kodaikanal

One of Tamil Nadu's most picturesque hill stations, Kodaikanal is located at an altitude of 7,200 ft in the Palani hills in the Western Ghats. Comprising of densely wooded jungles, cascading hill slopes, circuitous river...more

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Tranquebar 

WEEKEND GETAWAYS, NAGAPATTINAM

Tranquebar 

Once a prosperous Danish trading centre, laid back and calm Tranquebar lies 283 km away from Chennai. Surrounded by crisp blue sea views, enchanting historical marvels, and stunning resorts, Tranquebar is ideal for an ex...more

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Tirupati-Tirumala

SIGHTSEEING, TIRUPATI

Tirupati-Tirumala

For the religiously and spiritually inclined, the 200 km drive from Chennai to Tirupati will be every bit worth the effort. Tirumala’s Venkateswara temple is one of the most important, most-visited and richest pilgrimage...more

Coorg for the love of nature

Around 570 km from Chennai, Coorg is home to snow capped hills, green valleys and some best landscapes in the country. The place is known for its natural beauty and is also known as Scotland of India. The pleasant weather throughout the year and favourable climatic conditions make the place all time favourite. Besides, the destination is also home to a number of exotic birds making it perfect for birdwatchers. Not only the place is naturally blessed, it has historical significance as well. The Nalaknad Palace here was built sometime in 1794 and served as a hunting lodge of a Kodagu king.

Yercaud—home to Big Lake

Yercaud is another beautiful weekend getaway from Chennai just 360 km drive away from the city. Located in Shevaroys Hills, one of the prime attractions of this picturesque hill station is 'Big Lake'. You can just hire a boat and take a round of the lake while munching hot pakoras and candies. There is also a little zoo where children can have their own fun. Or you can just sit back and relax and enjoy the joyous car ride from Chennai to Yercaud as the road leading to the destination is simply breathtaking!

Kodaikanal gift from God!

Around 520 km from Chennai, in Palani hills of the Western Ghats, lies the lovely Kodaikanal. The place is nature’s gift to humankind, and is just mesmerising with its natural landscape. Apart from being just naturally blessed, the place is also home to myriad interesting tourist attractions including Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, Kurinji Temple, Green Valley View (Suicide Point), Kukkal Caves and Kodai Lake. Subrahmanya Temple is perfect for religiously inclined people and Bryant Park here is home to a variety of species of flowers.

Wayanad and Munnar for tea and coffee lovers

If you are a tea or coffee lover, you definitely know where your drinks are made! Wayanad (Kerala) and Munnar (Kerala), about 600 km from Chennai are two best places in India known for their tea and coffee productions. These two destinations are beautiful, green and blessed with some best tea and coffee manufacturers. When you are done brewing your tea, you can also go hiking and camping in these regions. The cool weather and favourable conditions make these two places an absolute must visit!

Tirupati—Chennai weekend getaway for the religious souls

Tirupati (135 km from Chennai) is one of the most revered religious spots in the India which is visited by big Indian celebs apart from general people. The Venkatesawara temple in Tirupati is one of the most significant and most frequented pilgrimage centres here in our country. The main temple here is dedicated to a form of Hindu Lord Vishnu, who here is called Lord Venkatesawara. You have to get in a long and sometimes never-ending queue.

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