Exploring Pondicherry in a Day

Day 1: Beach to Auroville to French Quarter

Pondicherry, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Promenade Beach

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at one of the beachside cafes while enjoying the calming sound of the waves crashing against the shore.
Start at Goubert Avenue, Pondicherry.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Auroville

Visit the Matrimandir, a golden sphere and a symbol of peace and unity, and take a walk around the lush greenery of Auroville.
Drive to Auroville, it's about 10 km away from Pondicherry.
Free entry, INR 500 for the viewing point, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Visitor's Centre

Enjoy a wholesome and organic lunch at the Visitor's Centre in Auroville, offering a variety of cuisines catering to all tastes.
Located within Auroville.
INR 500, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit the French Quarter

Stroll through the charming streets of the French Quarter, admiring the colonial architecture, vibrant shops, and quaint cafes.
Head back to Pondicherry and start exploring the French Quarter around White Town.
Free, 2 hours

4:30PM

Shopping and Snacks

Shop for unique souvenirs, handicrafts, and clothing at the boutique stores, and indulge in some local snacks like samosas or filter coffee.
Explore the boutiques and cafes around Rue Romain Rolland.
INR 500, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Le Club

End your day with a delightful dinner at Le Club, a seaside restaurant offering a mix of Indian and French cuisine with a beautiful view of the ocean.
Located on the promenade, near Goubert Avenue.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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