7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Puducherry

  1. Day 1: Promenade Beach, War Memorial, and Aurobindo Ashram
    Located in the heart of Puducherry

    Start your journey with a calming walk at the Promenade Beach (30 mins) while enjoying the beautiful Bay of Bengal view. Later, visit the War Memorial (10 mins) to get an insight into the history of India. Wrap up your day with a visit to Sri Aurobindo Ashram (20 mins) to experience the peace and positivity.

  2. Day 2: Arikamedu, Statue of Dupleix, and French War Memorial
    Located 8 km south of Puducherry

    Learn about the town's archaeological legacy by visiting the Arikamedu ruins (40 mins) followed by the Statue of Dupleix (15 mins) and striking French War Memorial (10 mins).

  3. Day 3: Paradise Beach and Botanical Garden
    Paradise Beach located 11 km from Puducherry, and Botanical Garden in the heart of the city

    Have an adventurous day with your toes in the sand at Paradise Beach (1 hour) followed by a relaxing stroll at the colorful Botanical Garden (30 mins).

  4. Day 4: Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Matrimandir
    Manakula Vinayagar Temple is in the heart of Puducherry, and Matrimandir is 10 km east from the town.

    Get soaked in the spiritual ambiance at Manakula Vinayagar Temple (40 mins). After soaking in spiritual vibes, head towards Matrimandir (1 hour) to witness the stunning architecture, breathtaking view, and obtain peace.

  5. Day 5: Ousteri Lake and Puducherry Museum
    Located 10 km west of Puducherry

    Start the day by visiting the largest lake in Puducherry, the Ousteri Lake (1 hour) and then learn about the town's history and heritage at the Puducherry Museum (1 hour).

  6. Day 6: Bharathi Park and Chunnambar Boathouse
    Bharathi Park located in the heart of Puducherry, and Chunnambar Boathouse is located 8 km south of Puducherry

    Stroll around the greenery and vintage library at Bharathi Park (30 mins) followed by an adventure of boating, trekking, and camping at Chunnambar Boathouse (2 hours).

  7. Day 7: Serenity and the Friday market
    Serenity Beach is located 6 km north of Puducherry, and Friday Market is in the heart of the town

    End your adventure by enjoying the sun and waves of Serenity Beach (1 hour) and wrapping up your journey while experiencing the Friday market (30 mins) at the heart of Puducherry.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Promenade Beach (30 mins, free)
  • War Memorial (10 mins, free)
  • Sri Aurobindo Ashram (20 mins, free)
  • Arikamedu ruins (40 mins, free)
  • Statue of Dupleix (15 mins, free)
  • French War Memorial (10 mins, free)
  • Paradise Beach (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
  • Botanical Garden (30 mins, INR 10 per person)
  • Manakula Vinayagar Temple (40 mins, free)
  • Matrimandir (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Ousteri Lake (1 hour, free)
  • Puducherry Museum (1 hour, INR 15 per person)
  • Bharathi Park (30 mins, free)
  • Chunnambar Boathouse (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Serenity Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Friday Market (30 mins, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 825 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can plan a day trip to Pondicherry, located 30 km north of Puducherry and known for its charming French architecture. For those short on time, consider skipping the Ousteri Lake and cutting the Chunnambar Boathouse experience short.

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