3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Pondicherry in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit Auroville
    13 minutes (6.1 km) from the center of Pondicherry

    Start your day at the Auroville, an experimental town that focuses on sustainable living and spiritual development. Take a guided tour and learn about the history and philosophy behind this unique community. Kids will enjoy the Matri Mandir, a beautiful meditation center with a stunning golden dome. Afterward, stop by the Auroville Bakery for some delicious organic bread and pastries.

  2. Day 2: Explore the French Quarter
    15 minutes (3.3 km) from Auroville

    No visit to Pondicherry is complete without exploring the charming French Quarter. Stroll along the Promenade Beach, a scenic stretch of sand flanked by colonial-era buildings. Stop by the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a beautiful Catholic church with stained-glass windows. Kids will love the Pondicherry Museum, which has a collection of artifacts, sculptures, and paintings. End your day with a French-inspired dinner at one of the many cafes and restaurants in the area.

  3. Day 3: Visit Paradise Beach
    30 minutes (9.6 km) from the French Quarter

    Spend your last day in Pondicherry soaking up some sun at Paradise Beach. This secluded spot is only accessible by boat, but the journey is worth it for the clear waters and white sand. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the day relaxing on the beach. On the way back, stop by the Auroville Botanical Garden, a beautiful green space filled with exotic plants and flowers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Auroville guided tour (2 hours, Rs. 500 per person)
  • Pastries at Auroville Bakery (Rs. 100 per person)
  • Pondicherry Museum entry fee (1 hour, Rs. 10 per person)
  • Boat ride to Paradise Beach (30 minutes, Rs. 300 per person)
  • No entrance fee to Paradise Beach and Auroville Botanical Garden
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 910 per person
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