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Marina Beach

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Marina Beach, or simply the Marina, is a natural urban beach in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, along the Bay of Bengal. The beach runs from near Fort St. …

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Jan 18, 2025
Excellent view , Excellent place ,Near by Available great street food ,veg and noveg items .Very good atmosphere near by beach and best time you will enjoy at evening.. Full review by Mo M
Jan 2, 2025
A beautiful beach with ample car parking and is close to the city-center. We made a couple of visits during last week of December. The beach was almost empty with little to no crowd. The weather w… Full review by Im_GPS
Dec 27, 2024
If you are visiting Chennai, then a must visit place apart from temples, museum, is the Marina Beach, which is the second longest beach. Its can be easily approached by bus, and train. If u must bath… Full review by OnAir57683527747
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Marina Beach is an urban beach in the city of Chennai, India, along the Bay of Bengal, part of the Indian Ocean. The beach runs from near …
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One of the major attractions in the city, Marina Beach has become synonymous with Chennai. Sprawling leisurely across the Bay of Bengal, …
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Facts

Located:Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Total length:13 km (8.1 mi)
Width:437 m (1,434 ft)
Type:Urban, natural sandy beach

Questions & answers

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Can we make our own tent at marina Beach?
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The beach is highly crowded and did not look that clean hygiene wise. Will not recommend camping there
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Answer by Ria B · Feb 23, 2022
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How about the bike parking facilities in marina beach is it safe to park
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At the main entrance there’s a paid parking. May be you could park there and walk around.
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Parking there on sunday
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Ah, parking at marina beach is hectic, and too overcrowded. but yes there is ample parking space available.
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Can I just pay for horse riding on the beach and nothing else? How much and where do I make booking?
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There is no booking required for horse riding. Find the horse ride vendor at marina beach. And horse riding means it will not make you to ride a horse for longer distance. There may …
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There is no booking required for horse riding. Find the horse ride vendor at marina beach. And horse riding means it will not make you to ride a horse for longer distance. There may be a 500m approx for horse riding in marina beach
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hi Nice info about Marina beach... can we go to the top of light house to have a look of view of sea from the top
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No Its not allowed.
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Tips

You should keep aside at least 2-3 hours to spend on the beach
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Though swimming in the sea isn't allowed, there are two Olympic sized swimming pools along the beach
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The promenade has many statues, which are pretty interesting to see. Be sure to give them a look
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Being such a long beach, those who enjoy leisurely walks can do so. There's a jogger's track and lover's spot for those interested
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Bathing and swimming legally prohibited
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According to reviewers, the beach isn't particularly well maintained
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It's the most vibrant in the evenings as most of the crowd comes then. For those seeking peace, avoid the weekends and go as early as possible
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Parking is very hard to find on weekends and holidays
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Arrive early to photograph the costumes, stay for the snacks and the parade
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Marina beach offers a safer beach environment for children as there is no surf in the area for swimming
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The beach is relatively less crowded in the early mornings and more pleasant
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Lifeguards are available and swimming is allowed
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You're also only steps from the restaurants, shops, little cafés, and ice-cream shops that line the walk
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The side drive of the beach is fringed by palms and casuarinas which provide shade
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Visit the beach either at early morning or dusk, when the sandy stretch is cooled by sea breeze
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Visit the popular attractions in the city by following chennai itinerary 1 day
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The beach also has jogging and walking tracks, landscaped galleries and intriguing art installations
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