Things to do in Puducherry

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Puducherry Attractions

You won't have any problem finding fun things to see and do in Puducherry. Familiarize yourself with the area's history and check out the best tourist attractions in this delightful city. Organize your to-do list now so you're ready to go once you arrive.

If you're ready to discover the best of Puducherry, sign up for one of the top tours & day trips on offer, and have an expert show you the most popular attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {27 fun activities in Puducherry fun activities in Puducherry} are also worth looking into.



What to do in Puducherry

Free Things to Do in Puducherry

Vacationing on a lean budget in Puducherry? Spend time, not cash, on awesome experiences.

Ousteri Lake - There's something soothing about being close to the water, so be sure to spend a while here.

Eglise de Sacre Coeur de Jesus Church - Spend some time in prayer or meditation at this revered sacred place.

Bharathi Park - If you enjoy pottering around the garden, this attraction will delight your inner green thumb.

Things to Do in Puducherry with Kids

There are loads of fun activities to do with your kids in and near Puducherry. Keep the gang happy with our family friendly experiences.


 

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What can you do in Puducherry for free?
You’ll hardly have time to dig your wallet out of your backpack with so many fantastic free things to do:

  • Paradise Beach
  • Pondicherry Lighthouse
  • Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
  • French Institute


Discover the most popular places to visit in Puducherry

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Puducherry

Pondicherry Lighthouse showing a lighthouse

Pondicherry Beach

Travelers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Pondicherry Beach
Pondicherry showing religious aspects

White Town

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

White Town is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pondicherry Promenade Beach and Pondicherry Lighthouse.

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Heritage Town

4/5(3 area reviews)

Visitors to Heritage Town enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kanniga Parameswari Temple is worth a stop.

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Balamurugan Nagar

While Balamurugan Nagar isn't home to many top sights, Sacred Heart of Jesus and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Balamurugan Nagar
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Bharathidasan Nagar

Though Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ousteri Lake and Botanical Gardens.

Bharathidasan Nagar
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Mothilal Nagar

While there might not be top attractions in Mothilal Nagar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ousteri Lake and Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Mothilal Nagar

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