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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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Feb 6, 2025
Marina Beach, recognized as the second longest urban beach in the world, presents a sobering reality that extends far beyond its scenic charm. It is deeply troubling to witness the plight of numerous…Full review by Sylvia B
Feb 1, 2025
Marina Beach is one of the longest beaches in India and may be the world. Wikipedia says it is the second longest beach in the world. The width of the sand banks is very large which makes it an effor…Full review by Vikassadhotra
Jan 31, 2025
Not a swimming beach its definitely a long beach and nice to see but unless you are willing to try to food vendors there's no shade so you can't spend much time there and the current is was really st…Full review by hassanyoga2
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Articles

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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Yes there are plenty of parking place along with the beach. Safery wise we don't know...We parked our car for 2 hours and it was intact.
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Parking there on sunday
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better arrive with taxi or cab.
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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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hi Mr. Bali, how are you doing?? i have seen few of your videos and they are excellent! we didn't go on the top of the lighthouse but yes you can visit the light house and go on the top! …
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hi Mr. Bali, how are you doing?? i have seen few of your videos and they are excellent! we didn't go on the top of the lighthouse but yes you can visit the light house and go on the top! hope to see some nice food videos of Chennai! cheers!
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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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