The 10 Best Things to do in Union Territory of Pondicherry, Union Territory of Pondicherry

December 22, 2021 Major Galusha

A colonial touch blended with the robust Tamil culture, Pondicherry is just a two-hour picturesque drive away from Chennai. Visit here for the cobblestone cycling-friendly streets, the rich history of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, and some of the best cafes in which to hang out. A place where lethargy is a virtue, enjoy the sun rise at the widely used beachfront. The same place converts into a local hangout at night when traffic is stopped and post-dinner walkers turn out for ice cream.
Restaurants in Union Territory of Pondicherry

1. Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

Manakula Vinyanagar, Pondicherry India +91 413 233 6544 http://manakulavinayagartemple.com/
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,562 reviews

Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

Reviewed By Jaykann - Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Temple situated in middle of white town and nust to do in town. Gracious lord Ganesha island huge temple complex surrounded by. Beautiful golden chariot is there as well. They do have carnatic music concert in evenings during important festival dates. On average you can spend 45 minutes to one hour inside the temple. Plan in the evening as as temple glows with lights.

2. Saniswaran Temple

73/1, 4th Main Road, Thirunallar 560010 India +91 89039 59921 https://thirunallarutemple.org/
Excellent
55%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

Saniswaran Temple

Reviewed By priZon - Bengaluru, India

Approx 130 kms from Pondicherry this Temple can be reached by road.. Built around 7th century this place attracts many devotees from around to please the powerful Shani dev Direct buses avlbl from Bangalore, Pondicherry and chennai also.

3. The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Mahatma Gandhi Road Sacred Heart Square, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 222 8916 http://www.pondytourism.in/iconics-innerpage.php?id=18&district=Puducherry&category=194
Excellent
43%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 947 reviews

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Reviewed By travellordorco - New Delhi, India

Excellent old church with towering high spires just opposite to the railway station. Altar is aesthetically done. The Gothic style 100-year-old church with some rare stained glass paintings of the 28 saints who were related to the devotion of Sacred Heart of Jesus, is one of the churches tourists visit often and is a famous pilgrimage site for Christians. The red and white-bricked walls reminded me of my primary school days - the Sacred Heart School. Visit to churches is a true reminiscent of so many childhood days. Right at the entrance are inscribed these degrees: "I will sanctify this place, for my heart is here." Cheers to life!!

4. Rock Beach

White Town, Pondicherry 605001 India http://tourism.puducherry.gov.in/
Excellent
43%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 510 reviews

Rock Beach

Reviewed By bhargavi_1418 - Hyderabad, India

Visited on a full moon day which is extremely alluring. Enjoyed the cleanliness of the place, no vehicles are allowed from evening till morning. A walk on this beach in the evening or early morning with the sound of crashing waves and at times the sprays of the sea water are always refreshing. Must visit for watching the sunrise.

5. Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Rue de la Marine, Pondicherry India +91 413 223 3649 http://www.sriaurobindoashram.org/
Excellent
42%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 700 reviews

Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Reviewed By suryaigidr - Mumbai, India

A spiritual experience sans any parallel. Ashram has stores where one could buy books on spirituality and photos of Mother and Shri Aurobindo. Quite an experience.

6. Seaside Promenade

Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
42%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 3,016 reviews

Seaside Promenade

Reviewed By medysurya - Bengaluru, India

Great place to walk along the sea with lovely buildings on the other side without vehicular traffic particularly during late evening very safe and simply superb

7. Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges

Rue Dumas White Town, Puducherry, Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
38%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 449 reviews

Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges

Reviewed By j15 - Nagpur, India

Must visit. It is in the lane behind the Promenade. Very serene and peaceful...lovely interior stained glass work....sit there for 5 min silently and find the mental peace right away.

8. Paradise Beach

Chinnayanpeth Main Road 8 Km away from Town, Pondicherry 605013 India
Excellent
42%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 2,333 reviews

Paradise Beach

Reviewed By 608jerria - Bengaluru, India

The most beautiful spot in pondicherry .. need to take a highly relaxing boat ride for 15-20 mins to reach this island .. then there is a beautiful beach .. clean and safe .can easily spend 2-3 hours easily with your loved ones ... A place should not be missed in your pondicherry trip .

9. Chunnambar Boat House

National Highway 45A Near Water Sports Complex, Nonankuppam, Pondicherry India
Excellent
18%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
31%
Poor
9%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 600 reviews

Chunnambar Boat House

Reviewed By vinitmd

it is a pleasant experience to take a boat ride to paradise island where the restaurants are run by the government very well managed

10. Serenity Beach

Pondicherry India
Excellent
28%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
9%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 680 reviews

Serenity Beach

Reviewed By Vldp123

As the new year was approaching ,my niece booked a villa by name Gulkand,on the Serenity Beach for three days in Pondicherry on 28, 29 and 30 of December 2019 ,for a group of 10 of our family members, which is more than I would have asked for as a new year gift . Well , it was a seven hour journey from Bangalore by car . We were much delighted to find our villa with vintage charm ,situated right in front of the Bay of Bengal sea .There was a small kitchen on the ground floor with a garden and a sit out with bed rooms on top . Though accommodation was good ,maintenance and services have to be improved..... Along the seashore people were selling sea food in huts with local flavours .The beach is well maintained with many fishing boats parked there . There is a police station at the corner of the lane that avoided anti social activities .The crowd near the beach was sparse and decent .We had dinner and slept early as we wanted to catch up with the sunrise. Early morning we went to the sea shore when it was still dawn . As we were watching the sky , suddenly the sun rose like a tiny shiny ball at the horizon spreading yellow and red hues of rays on sea and sky alike and came out of the clouds increasing in size making the sea silver bright The sight of the fisher men's moving boats with the birds hovering above provided a spectacular sight .We built sand castles and collected shells on the shore . We didn't venture much into the sea as the waves and wind were strong . Later we visited Auroville ashram which is serene with beautiful trees . For lunch we went to Seagulls restaurant located on sea shore near white town .We had lunch watching the seagulls flying over the ocean . Pondicherry is famous for sea food and everybody enjoyed by experimenting with all types of sea food which was fresh and delicious. Food and drinks are cheap , in general .Pondicherry is famous for antiques and is a paradise for street shoppers . My children had a haul of western dresses and I bought dry fruits which are cheap here .The place is small and compact and the cross section population is simple ,friendly and contended . We feel joyous, homely and peaceful here...

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