Pondicherry One-Day Itinerary for May 2023

  1. 8:00 AM: Auroville Beach
    20 minutes (7.4 km) from Pondicherry City Center

    Start your day with a visit to one of Pondicherry's popular beaches. Auroville Beach offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Bengal. You can take a dip in the waters or relax on the shores and enjoy the scenic beauty.

  2. 10:00 AM: Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    15 minutes (4.8 km) from Auroville Beach

    Founded by the great Indian philosopher Saint Sri Aurobindo in the early twentieth century, this ashram is a spiritual centre where people from different parts of the world come to meditate and seek spiritual knowledge.

  3. 12:00 PM: Lunch at Baker Street Cafe
    5 minutes (1.4 km) from Sri Aurobindo Ashram

    If you're looking for a quick bite, head to Baker Street Cafe, a popular eatery in Pondicherry known for its continental cuisine and freshly baked bread.

  4. 1:00 PM: Bharati Government Park
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Baker Street Cafe

    The park is adorned with lush trees sprawling over an area of 103 acres. Dotted with many attractions such as Japanese garden, children recreational area, musical fountain, and heritage walk, it offers the perfect set up for a leisurely walk amidst nature.

  5. 3:00 PM: Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (2 km) from Bharati Government Park

    Founded in 1826, the Botanical Garden is a unique blend of French and English-style gardens that boasts a wide variety of exotic plant species.

  6. 5:00 PM: Promenade Beach
    10 minutes (1.5 km) from Botanical Garden

    Stroll along the Promenade Beach, which is a great spot to watch the sunset. Ending your day with this beach will be incredible.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Auroville Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Sri Aurobindo Ashram (2 hours, Free)
  • Lunch at Baker Street Cafe (1 hour, 500 INR)
  • Bharati Government Park (2 hours, Free)
  • Botanical Garden (2hours, 50 INR)
  • Promenade Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Cost: 550 INR

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Pondicherry Museum, French town or take a ride to Auroville to explore more. If you have less time, prioritize visiting Sri Aurobindo Ashram or the Botanical Garden which are worthwhile experiences.

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