Vedanthangal (55 kms)
The 30-hectare national sanctuary here is visited every year by thousands of migratory birds, which come during the winter to breed. During certain years, over a hundred thousand birds have been seen in the sanctuary. A large marshy area around the Vedanthangal lake harbours nearly 100 species of migratory birds, some coming from as far as the Siberian north.

Cholamandal (35 kms)
This artists' cooperative has sprung up 20 km south of Chennai on the way to Mamallapuram in a sylvan location by the beach, that facilitates the blossoming o1 creativity, as it is far removed from the bustle of the everyday world. Some of the south's eminent artists and sculptors live and work here, exhibiting and selling their erections at the gallery that is a part of the village.

Crocodile Bank (14 kms)
Started by Romulus Whittakcr, this is a larm where severed species of Indian and African crocodiles and alligators are l)red in (activity). These reptiles are kept in their natural surroundings in open pools and can he viewed from a sale proximity. Somnolent most of the time, they become active at feeding time. In addition, a snake show is held here, at which lrula tribesmen, who are famed snake-catcher , demonstrate' venom expiation.
Tel : 46332
Timing: 8.00 a.m to to 5.30 p.m.
Monday Holiday
Entry Fee: Rs.20/
Feeding fee Rs. l.20/-

Muttukadu Boat House (21 kms)
Situated at the edge to the backwaters, this place has acidities for boating and wind-surfing. There is also a TTDC restaurant here offering light refreshments.

Timing: 8.30 a.m to 6.00 p.m.

Dakshina Chithra (25 kms)
Adjacent to MGM is the Dakshina Chithra complex run by the Madras Craft Foundation, where you can see reconstructions of traditional houses and other artetacts trom rural Tamil Nadu and the rest of South India. Its aim is to provide visitors an insight into the lifestyle to the four southern states.

Tirukkazukundram (17kms)
his smalt Siva temple is situated on top of the edagiri hilt, which is 160 meters high. There is Iso a larger Siva temple in the town below. At the south east end to the town is a spacious tank whose waters are said to have curative powers.
Once every 12 years, a conch is "discovered" in this tank and thousands of devotees throng to powers.
In the tank at this auspicious time. A collection of the conches is displayed in the larger Siva Temple.

Chengalpath (30kms)
situated on the National Highway between Chennai and Tiruchirapalli, this place is well known for its ruins old an ancient ViJayanagar Foil There is also a big lake here (ailed Kolavai lake vhere boating facilities are provided by TTDC.

Vandalur Zoo (55 krns)
Antennary Anna Zoological Park Offers a great Opportunity for having a closer look at wildlife.

The Anna Park has many interesting such as Safari Parks, a nocturnal Animal House, a Natural Museum and Aquarium. Well maintained, with many species of animals and birds the zoo is visited by a large crowd everyday.

Tirupporur (16 kms)
An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Muruga is located here. The temple contains several inscriptions.

Arnusernent Parks
VGP Golden Beach, Kishkinta - Tambaram, Little Folks & Dolphin City, MGM Dizzee World, Mayajaal, Kart-Attack and Tarsha Watersports are some of the Amusement parks situated around Mamallapuram.