Attend morning darshan of Lord Jagannath; the temple opens early for bhajans and rituals — essential for the spiritual core of Puri. Ensure you follow dress code and security procedures.
Try a simple, local breakfast of chena poda (cheese cake native to Odisha) and piping hot chai at a nearby eatery; many small shops open by 6:30–7:00am.
Visit the artisan village Raghurajpur to see Pattachitra painters and patachitra (traditional scroll painting) demonstrations; many studios open by 9:30–10:00am.
If temple interior access is restricted, observe the external evening aarti/rituals and street devotional music; public gatherings typically occur around this time.
Visit the 13th-century UNESCO-adjacent Sun Temple complex to admire the chariot architecture and stone carvings; guided tours available at the entrance.