Mint Street, Chennai

#309 among attractions in Chennai

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Mint Street is one of the prime streets of the commercial centre of George Town in Chennai, India. The street is one of the oldest streets in Chennai and is believed to be the longest street in the city. Running north–south, the street connects Poonamallee High Road at Park Town in the south with North Wall Road–Old Jail Road Junction at Washermanpet in the north. Running parallel to the Wall Tax Road, another historical thoroughfare in the city, the street passes through thickly populated residential and commercial areas of the historical neighbourhood. ()

Length: 8448 ftCoordinates: 13°5'2"N, 80°16'41"E

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Pulianthope (Edapalayam)Chennai India

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Mint Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gymkhana Club, Fort St. George, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, St. Mary's Church.

0.8 miS
Entertainment, Golf
Gymkhana Club, Chennai
21 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Chennai, the Gymkhana Club stands as a testament to the city's colonial heritage and its contemporary love for sports and leisure. This prestigious establishment, with a rich history dating back to the British era, is home to one of...
0.7 miSE
Fort dating to 1644 with museum and church
Fort St. George, Chennai
19 min walk • Fort St. George stands as a testament to the British colonial legacy in the heart of Chennai, India. Constructed in 1644 by the British East India Company, this fortification emerged as the first English fortress in India, laying the foundation for what would...
0.4 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
12 min walk • The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, India stands as a prominent landmark and a testament to the city's vibrant sporting culture. This multi-purpose sports venue, with a seating capacity of over 40,000, is an integral part of the city's infrastructure and has...
0.7 miSE
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Mary's Church, Chennai
18 min walk • St. Mary's Church, located in the bustling city of Chennai, India, stands as a testament to the rich colonial history and architectural heritage of the region. Known affectionately as "The Mother Church of the Madras Diocese," this remarkable edifice is the oldest...
0.6 miE
Park
Secretariat Park, Chennai
16 min walk • Secretariat Park, a verdant oasis amidst the bustling city of Chennai, India, offers a serene escape to both locals and tourists seeking tranquility and natural beauty. This well-maintained park, located in the heart of Chennai's governmental district, is a testament...
0.7 miNE
Church
Armenian Church, Chennai
19 min walk • Saint Mary Church of Chennai, constructed in 1712 and reconstructed in 1772, is one of the oldest churches of the Indian subcontinent, located in Chennai. It is famous for its belfry of six.
0.6 miS
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Thomas Munro, Chennai
15 min walk • The statue of Thomas Munro is an equestrian statue of Thomas Munro, 1st Baronet, Major-General in the British Army and Governor of Madras from 1820 to 1827, located in the city of Chennai, India.
0.4 miW
City hall
Victoria Public Hall, Chennai
10 min walk • Victoria Public Hall, or the Town Hall, is a historical building in Chennai, named after Victoria, Empress of India. It is one of the finest examples of British architecture in Chennai and was built to commemorate the golden jubilee of Queen Victoria.
0.8 miE
Harbor
Chennai Port, Chennai
21 min walk • Chennai Port, formerly known as Madras Port, is the second largest container port of India, behind Mumbai's Nhava Sheva. The port is the largest one in the Bay of Bengal.
0.7 miE
Street
Rajaji Salai, Chennai
18 min walk • Rajaji Salai, also known as North Beach Road or First Line Beach, is one of the main thoroughfares of the commercial centre of George Town in Chennai, India. The road connects Royapuram in the north with Quibble Island in the south.
0.7 miSW
Church
Queenship of Mary Church Chintadripet, Chennai
19 min walk • Queenship of Mary Church parish in Chintadripet, Chennai, India, was started in 1904 when it was known as St. Lazarus Church. Earlier, it had been a sub-station of St. Anthony's Church, Pudupet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mint Street?

Nearby attractions include Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai (8 min walk), Sowcarpet, Chennai (9 min walk), Victoria Public Hall, Chennai (10 min walk), Raja Annamalai Mandram, Chennai (11 min walk).

How to get to Mint Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mint Street:

Bus

General Hospital • Lines: 5C (4 min walk)
Central Station Bus Stop • Lines: 15B (6 min walk)

Train

Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M. G. Ramachandran Central (6 min walk)
Chennai Fort (9 min walk)

Metro

Central Metro • Lines: 1, 2 (9 min walk)
High Court • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)

Light rail

Chennai Fort • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
Chintadaripet • Lines: 1 (20 min walk)