White Town Travel Guide
Puducherry





Popular places to visit

Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Pilgrims flocks to this lively temple to say prayers at the sacred shrines devoted to the Hindu gods Lord Ganesh and Lord Murugan.

Pondicherry Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a stop at Pondicherry Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Learn about the local history of Puducherry with a stop at Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Pondicherry Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Pondicherry Museum during your travels in Puducherry. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Government Place
You can learn about the history of Puducherry with a trip to Government Place. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
French War Memorial
You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a trip to French War Memorial. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do

Auroville and Pondicherry Tour from Chennai

Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours

Full Day Guided Tour of Pondicherry with lunch and hotel pickup

Explore the French Town of Pondicherry: Guided Walking Tour

Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)

Highlights of the Chennai (Guided Full Day City Tour)
Top hotels in White Town

The Promenade Pondicherry
Save your money and time and avoid this hotel. It’s not worth the price they charge. Outdated, shabby rooms and facilities. The bathroom felt unclean and unkept. Breakfast had minimal options and the food was cold. The WiFI never worked and the staff had no solutions to the issues as they were raised. ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Delhi House
Great place to stay!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Le Dupleix
Lovely staff. Good hot menu options for breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Sea Gadabout - Seaside Stays
Best location step away from beach and walking distance to restaurants parks white town.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Grand Hotel D' Europe
The room was full of character, spacious, comfortable and quiet. The hotel is an ideal location
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

LA VILLA CREOLE
Other neighbourhoods around White Town

Heritage Town
Heritage Town is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Lighthouse if you have time to explore the area.

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

Balamurugan Nagar
Though Balamurugan Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sacred Heart of Jesus and Botanical Gardens.

Bharathidasan Nagar
Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, but Botanical Gardens and Sacred Heart of Jesus are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mothilal Nagar
Though Mothilal Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sacred Heart of Jesus and Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
