With some terrific road trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to soak up everything that Tarangambadi, 17 miles away, has to offer. Sri Saranaka Ratchakar Shiva Temple ought to be at the top of your to-do list here. Danish Fort and Silappathikara Art Gallery are interesting attractions too. Located 30 miles away, Thanjavur is another popular destination. If you drop by, be sure to check out Thanjur Brihadishwara Temple, Maratha Palace and Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery.