Exploring Pondicherry: A Cultural and Leisure Journey with Top Pubs

Day 1: French Quarter & Beachside

Pondicherry, India on July 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café des Arts

Enjoy a French-style breakfast featuring croissants and coffee at this charming café nestled in the French Quarter, open from 8 AM.
INR300, 1h0m

9:30am

Walk through the French Quarter

Stroll through the colorful French Quarter, appreciating colonial architecture, quaint streets, and boutique shops.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Pondicherry Museum

Explore the Pondicherry Museum to see artifacts from the region's French colonial past and local history.
INR15, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Le Dupleix

Dine at Le Dupleix, offering a refined blend of French and Indian cuisines in a heritage mansion, open for lunch from 12 PM to 3 PM.
INR800, 1h0m

2:30pm

Relax at Promenade Beach

Enjoy the scenic sea breeze and watch the sunset at Promenade Beach, a peaceful place to unwind.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Villa Shanti

Savor authentic South Indian dishes with a modern twist in an elegant setting, open until 10 PM.
INR700, 1h30m

8:30pm

Visit Le Club Bar & Lounge

Unwind with cocktails and live music at this popular pub known for its ambiance and friendly crowd, open till midnight.
Varies, 2h0m
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Day 2: Auroville & Nature

Pondicherry, India on July 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Baker Street

Enjoy freshly baked bread, pastries, and a coffee at this French bakery open from 7 AM.
INR350, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Auroville

Explore the unique experimental township focused on human unity, visit the Matrimandir (pre-book for viewing), and enjoy the serene environment.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Solar Kitchen in Auroville

Dine at a sustainable eatery offering delicious vegetarian meals with fresh, local ingredients.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Botanical Gardens

Wander through the Botanical Gardens to appreciate diverse plants and peaceful surroundings. Open from 9 AM to 5 PM.
INR20, 1h30m

4:00pm

Enjoy Coffee at Kasha Ki Aasha

Relax at this quaint café known for great coffee and artistic ambiance, perfect for a break.
INR200, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Coromandel Café

Dine on European and Indian fusion dishes with cozy outdoor seating, open till 10 PM.
INR650, 1h30m

9:00pm

Visit Theevu Plage Beach Shack

Enjoy beachside drinks and chill at this lively pub with music and a friendly atmosphere, open till late.
Varies, 2h0m
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Day 3: Markets & Nightlife

Pondicherry, India on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Surguru Spot

Relish traditional South Indian breakfast including dosa and idli at this popular local eatery open from 7 AM.
INR150, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Goubert Market

Experience a bustling local market with fresh produce, spices, and handicrafts, great for souvenirs.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Xtasi

Try their famous wood-fired pizzas and casual dining environment, open 11 AM to 11 PM.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Relax at Arikamedu Archeological Site

Visit this historical Roman trading site for an insight into ancient Pondicherry, open from 9 AM to 5 PM.
INR20, 1h30m

5:00pm

Evening coffee at Villa Shanti

Unwind with a relaxed coffee or mocktail in a colonial ambiance before heading to the night scene.
INR200, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner and Drinks at Sidewalk Café

Enjoy local seafood and cocktails at this popular pub with a vibrant atmosphere, open till midnight.
INR700, 2h0m

10:30pm

Visit Black Sheep Bistro

Experience a chic pub with craft beers, innovative cocktails, and live music to cap off your trip.
Varies, 2h0m
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