Savor the traditional Indian dances and classical music at the Dance Festival organized by Dept of Tourism Govt of Tamil Nadu. The crocodile farm and snake venom- extracting centre besides school of art and sculpture are other tourist attractions.
You can get all types of accommodation here. There are many luxury resorts, guest houses and budget hotels for travelers.
Mahabalipuram is easily accessible through air, rail and road network. There are direct flights from Chennai to Mahabalipuram. There is regular bus service from Pondicherry, Chengalpattu, Chennai and Kanchipuram.