Family Friendly 3-Day Itinerary for Pondicherry

  1. Day 1: Promenade Beach
    5 minutes (1 km) from the hotel

    Start your trip with a relaxing day at Promenade Beach. Enjoy the beautiful sunrise and explore the area on foot. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach and see famous landmarks such as the War Memorial and the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. Grab some local street food and watch the sunset with your family!

  2. Day 2: Auroville
    30 minutes (13 km) from Promenade Beach

    Visit the famous Auroville community and learn about sustainable living. Enjoy a Nature Walk or a Solar Kitchen Tour. You can also visit the famous Matrimandir, an architectural marvel, which is decorated with beautiful golden discs. End your day with a visit to the Farmers Market where you can enjoy some fresh organic produce.

  3. Day 3: Botanical Garden and Chunnambar Boat House
    20 minutes (8.3 km) from Auroville

    Explore the Botanical Garden which has a diverse collection of plants and rare species of flowers. After that, head to Chunnambar Boat House which offers various watersports and activities for kids and families. Enjoy a boat ride to Paradise Beach and spend some time swimming and building sandcastles with your loved ones.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Promenade Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Auroville (4-5 hours, free except for Matrimandir visit)
  • Botanical Garden (1-2 hours, INR 10 per person)
  • Chunnambar Boat House (2-3 hours, activities vary in price)
  • Total Estimated Cost: INR 5000 for a family of four (excluding accommodation)

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Sri Aurobindo Ashram to learn about its history and teachings. You can also explore the Pondicherry Museum to learn about the city's French colonial past. For those with less time, skip Chunnambar Boat House and spend more time exploring Auroville or the Botanical Garden.

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