Start your Pondicherry journey by visiting the iconic Promenade Beach, which is also known as the Pondicherry Beach. Walk on the sandy beach and enjoy the refreshing breeze. You can watch the sunrise or sunset, and the water waves are delightful throughout the day. The place has several eateries in its close vicinity, where you can grab a quick and budget-friendly meal.
Start off the day with a visit to the world-renowned Sri Aurobindo Ashram, which attracts spiritual seekers from all over the world. The ashram is surrounded by peaceful gardens and offers a serene atmosphere. You can attend the meditation or yoga sessions, and there is a library where you can read about the teachings of Sri Aurobindo.
Your Pondicherry trip would be incomplete without visiting the Paradise Beach. Take a ferry from the Chunnambar Boat House to reach this remote beach, which has crystal clear water. You can take a dip in the sea and relax on the beach under the palm trees. There are a few shacks serving drinks and snacks on the beach. Spend the day enjoying the beach and head back to the city before sunset.
If you have extra time, you can visit some other places of interest such as the French War Memorial, Bharati Park, and the Pondicherry Museum. Beach lovers can also visit Serenity Beach. Foodies can try the vegetarian South-Indian dishes at Sree Kamatchi Amman Bhavan restaurant or relish the French cuisine at Café des Arts. If you have less time, you can skip Aurobindo Ashram and visit Manakula Vinayagar Temple instead.