Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Mahabalipuram travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mahabalipuram

With a population of 12.415, Mahabalipuram is a must-see destination in Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mahabalipuram to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram in May
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mahabalipuram in May
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mahabalipuram

Plane

Although Mahabalipuram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chennai (MAA), which is located 41 km from Mahabalipuram. The shortest flight to Mahabalipuram from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Mahabalipuram is to pick up a car hire from Chennai, which is about 53 km from Mahabalipuram. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Chennai.

Plane

Although Mahabalipuram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chennai (MAA), which is located 41 km from Mahabalipuram. The shortest flight to Mahabalipuram from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Mahabalipuram is to pick up a car hire from Chennai, which is about 53 km from Mahabalipuram. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Chennai.

Airports near Mahabalipuram

PNYPondicherry
MAAChennai
TIRTirupati

Airlines serving Mahabalipuram

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mahabalipuram

Average rates range from around $60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $218 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mahabalipuram

Most booked hotels in Mahabalipuram

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Intercontinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$358+
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Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$281+
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Chariot Beach Resort
5 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$190+
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Hiring a car in Mahabalipuram

Expect to pay $1.88 per litre in Mahabalipuram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.49 and $29.98.

Expect to pay $1.88 per litre in Mahabalipuram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.49 and $29.98.

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