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Chennai Lighthouse

6 people recommendvia r/Chennai·6 comments quoted below

What people say, in short

The lighthouse at Marina Beach is a stop several commenters recommend to visitors, often listed alongside other Chennai sights such as temples, the ECR drive, and George Town. One commenter admits it is a cliched beach activity but still suggests it.

Address

Chennai Lighthouse, Marina Beach Road, Marina Beach, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004, India

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The evidence

Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.

  • Recommendsu/Left-Ad2507 in r/Chennai · Jul 2026Read the original comment

    Suggests going up the lighthouse at Marina Beach as part of a Chennai itinerary.

  • Recommendsu/Witty-Play9499 in r/Chennai · Nov 2024Read the original comment

    Lists the lighthouse among solo activities to do in Chennai.

  • Recommendsu/Every-Assistant7458 in r/Chennai · Oct 2024Read the original comment

    Suggests taking the visitor to the lighthouse.

  • Recommendsu/One_Stay_1179 in r/Chennai · Aug 2026Read the original comment

    Suggests taking the child to the lighthouse at Marina.

  • Recommendsu/shortname_suppi in r/Chennai · Aug 2025Read the original comment

    Suggests taking visitors to the lighthouse

  • Recommendsu/eewap in r/Chennai · Jun 2026Read the original comment

    Lists the old lighthouse and museum among enjoyable Chennai spots, alongside George Town and the ice house.

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