City Experience in Pondicherry

1. 9:00AM: French Quarter Walking Tour
   Start your day with a tour around the French Quarter located in the East Boulevard of Pondicherry. The streets of this quarter are decorated with French-style Villas and colorful buildings. You can see the famous French War Memorial, the Governor's Palace, and the statue of Joan of Arc. (1 Hour)

2. 10:30AM: Sri Aurobindo Ashram
   Visit the Sri Aurobindo Ashram to learn about the teachings and philosophies of Sri Aurobindo and his collaborator, the Mother. The amazing thing about this ashram is the quiet you can experience amidst the sounds of the bustling city. (1 Hour)

3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Le Cafe
   Visit Le Cafe, a famous café in Pondicherry, located on the beachfront. You can enjoy French-American cuisine while admiring the sea view and feeling the gentle breeze. (1 Hour)

4. 1:30PM: Aayi Mandapam
   From Le Cafe, walk to Aayi Mandapam, which is an iconic monument in Pondicherry. It was built-in 1866 and is a great place to take pictures and learn about the history of the city. (15 Minutes, 0.5 miles)

5. 2:00PM: Pondicherry Museum
   Head to the Pondicherry Museum next, and spend some time looking at historical artifacts and exhibits. Located in the former residence of the French Administrator, this museum has sections on archaeology, geology, and a special section on French in India. (1 Hour)

6. 3:30PM: Jawahar Toy Museum
   End your day at Jawahar Toy Museum, which is a small museum displaying various types of traditional toys of India, including wooden toys, Japanese dolls, and even a model train set. (45 Minutes)

Time and Costs Estimates

• French Quarter Walking Tour (1 Hour, Free)
• Sri Aurobindo Ashram (1 Hour, Free)
• Lunch at Le Cafe (1 Hour, INR 500)
• Aayi Mandapam (15 Minutes, Free)
• Pondicherry Museum (1 Hour, INR 10)
• Jawahar Toy Museum (45 Minutes, INR 10)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 520

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit Promenade Beach, which is a popular beach located near Le Cafe. You can also rent a bike or scooter to explore more places around Pondicherry, including Auroville. If you have less time, you can skip Jawahar Toy Museum or Pondicherry Museum and spend more time in other places.