Dates are flexible. This day-by-day plan is provisional until you choose exact travel dates.
Begin at Sri Aurobindo Ashram in White Town; allow about an hour for a quiet visit. Visitor access and timings can vary, so check the Ashram’s guidance before setting out and dress modestly. Walk about 10 minutes to the Puducherry Museum, where an hour is enough for its regional art, archaeological finds, and local history. Check its current hours before you go: it is generally closed on Mondays, so if your visit falls on a Monday, you’ll need to move this day’s plan to another day rather than count on entry.
Settle in for a leisurely lunch at Villa Shanti, a restored heritage hotel in White Town; budget roughly ₹800–1,500 per person. Afterward, walk or take a short auto-rickshaw ride to Promenade Beach. Give yourself 1–1.5 hours to stroll the seafront and see landmarks such as the Gandhi statue and French War Memorial. The shore is for views and walking, not swimming.
Finish at Le Café, right on the promenade, for a sea-facing coffee or light meal; expect roughly ₹300–700 per person. A relaxed walk connects the White Town stops, while an auto-rickshaw is handy if the midday heat sets in. Check the café’s current hours before heading over, and bring a light layer if you plan to linger by the water after sunset.
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