Pondicherry is a small town near Tamil Nadu but happens to be the biggest crowd-puller when it comes to tourism. This small Union Territory of India is a pristine French colony with enchanting villas that spellbind tourists with their architecture and is also referred to as the French Capital of India.
Situated along the Bay of Bengal, Pondicherry is lined with gorgeous beaches. It is officially known as Puducherry and locally referred to as Pondy. It is a harmonious amalgamation of Tamil, French, and English cultures, absorbing the beauty and values of each of them.
The age-old culture and architecture of the town offer a masterpiece to be explored. A popular destination among backpackers, Pondicherry is a quaint location with numerous hidden gems to be explored slowly over months.
Pondicherry has all the elements for your dream vacation. Sun-kissed beaches, unearthly ashrams, elaborate museums, plush family parks, and chic clubs offer you an experience of a lifetime. You can enjoy staying in luxurious resorts or splurging through the night.
Popular Tour Programs Including Pondicherry
- Duration: 15 days
- Duration: 23 days
Tourist Attractions in Pondicherry
Ashram of Sri Aurobindo
Matri Mandir
Sunset at Beach
Luxe recommended Hotels in Pondicherry
ROYAL ORCHID METROPOLE
ROYAL ORCHID BRINDAVAN GARDEN PALACE & SPA
LALITHA MAHAL PALACE
Best Restaurants of Pondicherry
| Restaurant Name | Restaurant Address | Speciality |
| Le Dupleix | 5, Rue De La Caserne, White Town, Puducherry | French, North Indian and Continental |
| Blueline | The Promenade, 23, Goubert Avenue, White Town, Puducherry | French, Italian, Seafood, South Indian, North Indian |
| Carte Blanche | Hotel De L’Orient, 17, Rue Romain Rolland, White Town, Puducherry | French (Tamarind Fish Curry, Sand Lobster, and Ratatouille) |
| Appachi Chettinad | 9, Rangapillai Street, MG Road Area, MG Road, Puducherry | Chettinad, and Seafood |
| New Farm Fresh: Savor The Pizza | 6, St Therese Street, MG Road, Puducherry | Italian, Continental, and Pizzas |
| Satsanga | 54, Rue Labourdonnais, Beach Road, Near Law College & Public Works Department, White Town, Puducherry | Italian, North Indian, and Seafood |
| La Villa Helena | 13, Rue de Bussy Street, White Town, Puducherry | Italian, Continental |
| Bay of Buddha | The Promenade, 23, Goubert Avenue, White Town, Puducherry | Chinese, Malaysian, Thai, Korean, Vietnamese, Asian, and Indonesian |
| Lighthouse Rooftop Grill | 23, Goubert Avenue, White Town, Puducherry | North Indian, Asian, and Continental |
| Coromandel Cafe & Restaurant | La Maison Rose, 8 Romain Rolland Street, White Town, Puducherry | French, Italian, and British |
| Les Alizés | Palais de Mahe, Door 4, Rue Bussy, Lal Bahadur Shastri Road, Opposite Studio Profile, White Town, Puducherry | Continental, Seafood, and South Indian |
| Rendezvous | 30, Rue Suffren, White Town, Puducherry | French, Continental, Goan, and Mangalorean |
| West Boulevard | No 80-4, Kandan Complex, Anna Salai, Opposite Vysyal Street, Puducherry | Chinese, Indian, Mexican, American, and Italian |
| Don Giovanni’s Restaurant | 170, Mission Street, Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, 605101 | Italian |
| Feast | 17, Rue Romain Rolland Street, White Town, Puducherry, 605001 | Creole |
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