Discovering The Best of Pondicherry in 1 Day

  1. 7:00 AM: Promenade Beach
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Pondicherry Railway Station

    Promenade Beach, also known as Rock Beach, is a popular tourist spot and a great place to start your day. Take a stroll along the beach and enjoy the cool sea breeze.

  2. 8:00 AM: Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
    8 minutes (1.4 km) from Promenade Beach

    Visit this beautiful and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Experience the calm and peaceful atmosphere of the temple and admire the intricate carvings and architecture.

  3. 9:00 AM: Pondicherry Museum
    6 minutes (1.6 km) from Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

    Explore the rich cultural heritage of Pondicherry at this museum. See a vast collection of sculptures, paintings, and archaeological findings from the region.

  4. 11:00 AM: Aurobindo Ashram
    7 minutes (1.4 km) from Pondicherry Museum

    Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual community founded by Sri Aurobindo and his disciple Mirra Alfassa. The ashram attracts people from all over the world who come to learn about yoga, meditation, and spiritualism.

  5. 12:30 PM: Lunch at Surguru
    10 minutes (3.1 km) from Aurobindo Ashram

    Enjoy a delicious South Indian meal at one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Pondicherry. Surguru has been serving authentic and tasty food since 1936.

  6. 2:00 PM: The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
    9 minutes (2.2 km) from Surguru

    The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a stunning church with beautiful stained-glass windows and intricate designs. It is a place of worship for the Catholic community in Pondicherry.

  7. 3:00 PM: Bharati Government Park
    5 minutes (1.3 km) from The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Take a relaxing break at Bharati Government Park. The park has beautiful gardens, fountains, and a musical fountain show that takes place in the evenings.

  8. 4:30 PM: Auroville
    17 minutes (7.8 km) from Bharati Government Park

    Visit the unique experimental township of Auroville, founded in 1968 by Mirra Alfassa. It is an international community with a focus on sustainable living and spiritual growth.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Promenade Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Pondicherry Museum (1 hour, INR 15)
  • Aurobindo Ashram (1.5 hours, free)
  • Lunch at Surguru (1 hour, INR 300)
  • The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (1 hour, free)
  • Bharati Government Park (1.5 hours, free)
  • Auroville (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 315
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