2-Day Pondicherry Foodie Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at Café des Arts
    5 minutes (500 meters) from Promenade Beach

    Café des Arts serves delicious French-inspired breakfast with a variety of croissants, pastries, and freshly brewed coffee. The quaint and artistic ambiance will make you feel like you are in a Parisian café. Don't forget to try their signature macarons and crepes.

  2. Day 1: Visit to Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    10 minutes (1.2 kilometers) from Café des Arts

    Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual community founded by Sri Aurobindo Guru in 1926. The ashram is a peaceful and serene place to spend a few hours. Take a guided tour to learn about the history and teachings of the ashram, or simply sit in the meditation hall to find inner peace.

  3. Day 1: Lunch at Surguru
    15 minutes (2.3 kilometers) from Sri Aurobindo Ashram

    Surguru is a vegetarian restaurant that serves traditional South Indian food in a rustic ambiance. You can try their thali, a platter of various dishes including rice, sambar, and several curries. Don't forget to try their filter coffee with dessert.

  4. Day 1: Explore Auroville
    20 minutes (5.6 kilometers) from Surguru

    Auroville is an experimental town known for its focus on sustainability, architecture, and spirituality. Spend the evening walking around this unique community, interacting with the locals, or joining a workshop. And you can buy handmade jewelry, textiles, and ceramics from the boutiques.

  5. Day 1: Dinner at Tanto Pizzeria
    30 minutes (8.2 kilometers) from Auroville

    Tanto Pizzeria is a cozy Italian restaurant that serves authentic thin-crust pizzas, pasta, salads, and wines. The vibe is welcoming and friendly, perfect for a relaxed dinner. Don't forget to try their Tiramisu.

  6. Day 2: Breakfast at Baker Street
    5 minutes (600 meters) from Promenade Beach

    Baker Street is a modern bakery that serves freshly baked bread, cakes, pastries, and coffee. The menu has a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. People recommend the hazelnut croissant and cappuccino.

  7. Day 2: Visit to Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
    7 minutes (800 meters) from Baker Street

    Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a Catholic Church built-in 1908. The basilica has a Gothic-style architecture with stained-glass windows and beautiful paintings. The mass timings are early in the morning, noon, and evening.

  8. Day 2: Lunch at Le Dupleix
    5 minutes (550 meters) from Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Le Dupleix is a heritage hotel that serves a fusion of French and Indian cuisine. The restaurant has an outdoor courtyard and an indoor dining room with a colonial ambiance, which makes it perfect for a classy lunch. Try their seafood platter and Ratatouille.

  9. Day 2: Tea-time at Indian Coffee House
    15 minutes (2.1 kilometers) from Le Dupleix

    Indian Coffee House is a legendary coffeehouse that was established in 1942. This iconic place has witnessed many political and cultural discussions and still offering a variety of coffee, tea, snacks, and light meals. Enjoy your tea and samosa with a side of history.

  10. Day 2: Dinner at Satsanga
    10 minutes (1.5 kilometers) from Indian Coffee House

    Satsanga is a rooftop restaurant that offers an amazing view of the sea and cityscape. The restaurant serves delicious Indian, Continental, and Chinese cuisine with cozy seating and a relaxed ambiance. Don't forget to try their grilled fish.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Café des Arts (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Sri Aurobindo Ashram (2 hours, Free Entry)
  • Surguru (1.5 hours, INR 500)
  • Auroville (3 hours, Free Entry)
  • Tanto Pizzeria (1.5 hours, INR 800)
  • Baker Street (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (30 minutes, Free Entry)
  • Le Dupleix (2 hours, INR 1200)
  • Indian Coffee House (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Satsanga (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4500

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Seaside Promenade, Paradise Beach, or take a heritage walk through the French Quarter. If you have less time, you can omit Baker Street, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, or Indian Coffee House. Don't forget to book your restaurant reservations in advance, especially during peak season.

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