Stroll along the rocky beach, experience beautiful sunrise/sunset. You can also get a great view of the lighthouse and old customs building. Early morning and late evenings can be less crowded.
Chill-out at the serene and less crowded shoreline beach. Spend your leisure time sipping refreshing coconut water while enjoying the sea breeze, or hit the cold waters for a thrilling surfing experience.
Visit the peaceful and historical Aurobindo Ashram, which was founded by Sri Aurobindo Ghose in 1926. Roam around and experience ultimate peace, explore the beautiful gardens and take part in meditation there.
Take a boat ride to the Paradise Island, South Asia's only backwater river and get a serene experience among the beautiful scenic nature. Explore the small beaches of the island and play water games.
Visit the famous temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, better known as the Manakula Vinayagar Temple. The temple is historically significant and known for the sacred and holy atmosphere. You may also enjoy colourful market streets teeming with hawkers along the passage to the temple.
If you have extra time, you can add some other activities to your itinerary. For a more peaceful experience, try visiting the nearby beaches - Paradise, Veerampattinam, and Auroville. Pondicherry is a paradise for foodies; So, if you are a food lover, visit some famous food places like Cafe Xtasi, Le Cafe, Anandha Inn, Surguru, and Surguru Spot. However, prefer visiting the places in the morning or evening to avoid hot weather and crowd.