10 Free Things to do in Pondicherry That You Shouldn't Miss

July 29, 2021 Ying Subia

Pondicherry’s bougainvilleas, crumbling cathedrals and leafy boulevards might occasionally make you wonder if you’re in the south of France instead of a former French colony. But it's also unmistakably Indian, with colorful festivals, the famous monument of Aayi Mandapam, and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Quiet beaches stretch north and south from town, good for swimming and sunrise strolls.
Restaurants in Pondicherry

1. Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

Manakula Vinyanagar, Pondicherry India +91 413 233 6544 http://manakulavinayagartemple.com/
Excellent
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34%
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8%
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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. Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Thiyagaraja Street, Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Reviewed By MMTours777 - Vasai, India

If you are a Hindu and like visiting temples make sure you visit the temple for the wonderful idols of Lord Ganesha.

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
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Good
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Satisfactory
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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. INTACH Heritage Centre

62 Rue Aurobindo Street, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 222 5991
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

INTACH Heritage Centre

Reviewed By Deadman17 - Mumbai, India

This is the place which lists down what all restorations have been done in and around Pondicherry. In a way it takes us back to olden times and shows what Pondicherry really was - a quiet sea side holiday town, long before the excellent connectivity with neighbouring cities transformed it into a weekend holiday destination. The place helps us connect the past of Pondicherry with the present.

5. Tasmai, a Centre for Art & Culture

17 Advocate Chinna Tambi Street, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 222 1052 https://www.facebook.com/TasmaiACentreForArtCulture
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Tasmai, a Centre for Art & Culture

Reviewed By SatanForYou - Durgapur, India

I was fascinated at the precision and intricacy of the handicrafts made by local astisans, which were displayed at Tasmai. I purchased a few potteries and jewelleries at a subsidised price.

14 Bazar Saint Laurent Street, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 233 6976 [email protected] http://www.kalinkagallery.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Kalinka Art Gallery

7. Rock Beach

White Town, Pondicherry 605001 India http://tourism.puducherry.gov.in/
Excellent
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45%
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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.

8. Vedapureeswarar Temple, Puducherry

Heritage Town Mahatma Gandhi Road Near Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 233 6686
Excellent
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Vedapureeswarar Temple, Puducherry

Reviewed By skaypee - Bengaluru, India

An old and famous Lord Siva Temple in Pondicherry. The Lord is worshipped in the form of Lingam. The paintings inside the temple is a treat. There is a pond on the back side of the temple. The other dieties include Vinayaka, Durga, Sani, Navagraha etc. Housed in a massive area, and near to Varadaraja Perumal Temple, it is a must worship place for those who are visiting Pondicherry.

9. Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Rue de la Marine, Pondicherry India +91 413 223 3649 http://www.sriaurobindoashram.org/
Excellent
42%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
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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.

10. Kanniga Parameswari Temple

MG Road, Pondicherry India http://www.pondytourism.in/iconics-innerpage.php?id=23&district=Puducherry&category=198
Excellent
23%
Good
62%
Satisfactory
15%
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Kanniga Parameswari Temple

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