10 minutes (1.2 miles) from Pondicherry City Centre
Spend your first day chilling at the beach and enjoying the view of the seaside.
Day 2: Arikamedu
21 minutes (8.3 miles) from Promenade Beach
Explore Arikamedu - an ancient Roman trade center with historical significance and a rich cultural heritage.
Day 3: Ousteri Lake
25 minutes (8.6 miles) from Arikamedu
Visit the beautiful Ousteri Lake amidst the lush greenery and go for boating.
Day 4: The Storytellers' Bar
18 minutes (6 miles) from Ousteri Lake
Enjoy the perfect blend of art and beverages and live music at the Storytellers' Bar rated amongst the top ten bars in Asia.
Day 5: Paradise Beach
20 minutes (5.5 miles) from The Storytellers' Bar
Take a short ferry ride to Paradise Beach - a secluded white sand beach - and enjoy some adventure sports like jet skiing, canoeing, etc.
Day 6: Serenity Beach
25 minutes (4.3 miles) from Paradise Beach
Soak in the sun and surf at Serenity Beach, have some snacks and drinks at its beachside cafes.
Day 7: Porkkalamm Lake
24 minutes (6.8 miles) from Serenity Beach
End your trip by indulging in fun activities such as fishing, boating, swimming, and overnight camping at one of the most scenic locations in the city.
Time and Costs Estimates
Promenade Beach (2 hours, free)
Arikamedu (3 hours, free)
Ousteri Lake (2 hours, INR 200 per person)
The Storytellers' Bar (3 hours, INR 1500 per person)
Paradise Beach (4 hours, INR 200 ferry fee per person)
Serenity Beach (3 hours, free but sports activities may have additional charges)
Porkkalamm Lake (8 hours, INR 3000 per person including camping gear and meals)
Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 4700
Useful tips
If you have additional time, you can add sightseeing at places such as the Chunnambar Boat House, Botanical Garden, and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Cut the Serenity Beach and Porkkalamm Lake days if you have less than 7 days. Do not forget to carry sunscreen and light cotton clothes as Pondicherry can get very hot and humid during summer.