Make this trip your own
Create your own free, personalized itinerary in seconds — then sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version
Viewed by 51 travelers

3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Pondicherry in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Promenade Beach
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Auroville

    Start your day with a stroll along the Promenade Beach during the early morning hours and enjoy the fresh sea breeze. After breakfast, visit the famous Aurobindo Ashram which houses a library, art gallery and a bookshop. Spend your afternoon at the Manakula Vinayagar Temple, renowned for its ancient sculptures and architecture. In the evening, head back to the beach for a beautiful sunset view and enjoy local street food.

  2. Day 2: Paradise Beach
    30 minutes (7.3 miles) from Promenade Beach

    Spend your morning at Chunnambar Boat House, and take a scenic boat ride to reach the Paradise Beach which is famous for its golden sand beach and clear blue waters. After a relaxing afternoon on the beach, visit the Pondicherry Museum which boasts a rich collection of French architecture and artifacts. End your day with a mouth-watering dinner at Surguru Spot.

  3. Day 3: Auroville
    20 minutes (6.4 miles) from Paradise Beach

    Spend your morning at the breathtaking Matrimandir which is the soul of Auroville, a unique experimental township. After that, visit the local boutiques and handicrafts shops to find some unique souvenirs. In the afternoon, visit the Botanical Garden, which is home to a wide variety of exotic plants and trees. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at Tanto Pizzeria.

Recommendations

Don't forget to visit the Gingee Fort and the Ousteri Lake for a day trip outside of Pondicherry. You can also go for scuba diving or surfing at the Serenity Beach. To maximize your fun, explore the French Colony on a bicycle or rent a scooter and discover the surrounding areas.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Aurobindo Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Manakula Vinayagar Temple (1.5 hours, free)
  • Chunnambar Boat House and Paradise Beach (4 hours, ₹300 per person)
  • Pondicherry Museum (1 hour, ₹10 per person)
  • Matrimandir (2 hours, free)
  • Botanical Garden (1 hour, ₹20 per person)
  • Surguru Spot (1 hour, ₹300 for two people)
  • Tanto Pizzeria (1 hour, ₹400 for two people)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1030 per person
Check hotel and flight prices on Tripadvisor
0
Like this trip? Make your own version.
A free, personalized itinerary in seconds — sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version