Marina Beach
Longest Urban Beach in India and One of the Longest Urban Beaches in the World
Overview
The beach has been called Madras Marina since 1884 when the promenade along it was first created.
Runs for about 6 Km and is one of the most crowded beaches in the country, attracting 30K-60K visitors every day.
Contains numerous iconic statues such as a Gandhi statue, The Triumph of Labour statue and statues of Tamil literature icons (Thiruvalluvar, Avvaiyar, etc.).
Decorated burial site of major political figures in Tamilnadu such as M. Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa.
Things to Know about before Visiting
Though available along service roads, parking can get chaotic during peak hours. Take auto/cabs during peak hours.
Expect huge crowds during evenings and weekends.
Do not enter the water beyond ankles. The undercurrents are strong and unpredictable.
Be cautious with purchases of cut fruits, chat items with exposed toppings and Ice cream from non-branded carts.
Avoid expensive shoes. Wear sandals/footwear that are ok with sand.
It is recommended to not stay in the beach beyond 10:00/10:30 PM.
Location
Triplicane, Marina Beach Road