Charming 2-Day Pondicherry Coastal & Cultural Exploration

Day 1: French Quarter & Beach

Pondicherry, India on May 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Baker Street

Start your day with a delightful French-style breakfast at Baker Street, known for its croissants, pastries, and excellent coffee. Opens at 7:30 am.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30am

Walking Tour of French Quarter

Explore the charming lanes of the French Quarter, admiring colonial architecture, colorful buildings, and vibrant street art. This self-guided walk gives insight into Pondicherry's French colonial history.
Free, 2h0m

11:45am

Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Spend time at Sri Aurobindo Ashram, a peaceful spiritual center founded by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. It's a serene place for meditation and reflection.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Le Dupleix

Enjoy a relaxing lunch at Le Dupleix, offering a fusion of French and South Indian cuisine in a colonial-era setting. Opens from 12 noon.
INR800, 1h30m

3:00pm

Promenade Beach Walk

Take a leisurely stroll along Promenade Beach, soak in sea views, see the famous statue of Mahatma Gandhi, and the old lighthouse. The beach is open all day.
Free, 1h0m

4:30pm

Relax at Café des Arts

Sip a coffee or fresh juice at Café des Arts, a quaint café with bohemian vibes, perfect for resting after the beach walk. Open until 7 pm.
INR300, 0h45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Villa Shanti

Dine at Villa Shanti which offers authentic Indian and French dishes in a beautiful heritage building. The ambiance is cozy with a garden setting. Dinner service starts by 7 pm.
INR1000, 1h30m
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Day 2: Auroville & Gardens

Pondicherry, India on May 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Surguru

Try a traditional South Indian breakfast at Surguru, famed for its dosa and idli. Opens at 7 am and is great for an early start.
INR250, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit Auroville

Take a 30-minute drive to Auroville, an experimental township focused on sustainability and spirituality. Visit the Matrimandir viewing point and explore the visitor center. Auroville opens at 9 am.
Free, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Auroville Bakery

Enjoy fresh organic baked goods and light meals at Auroville Bakery, known for their healthy and vegetarian-friendly options.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Botanical Gardens

Return to Pondicherry and visit the Botanical Gardens, spectacular with a variety of tropical plants and well-maintained lawns. Open daily from 8 am to 6 pm.
INR20, 1h30m

3:30pm

Relax at Le Café

Relax at Le Café on the beach promenade, perfect for tea or coffee while watching the sunset. Open all day till late evening.
INR350, 1h0m

6:00pm

Evening walk along Goubert Avenue

Enjoy an evening walk along Goubert Avenue, a vibrant promenade with local shops and sea breeze.
Free, 0h45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Coromandel Café

End your trip with dinner at Coromandel Café, serving inventive Indian cuisine in a trendy ambiance. Open for dinner from 7 pm.
INR900, 1h30m
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