Heritage Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pondicherry Promenade Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pondicherry Promenade Beach during your trip to White Town? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Sacred Heart of Jesus
The first and only basilica in Pondicherry is a masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture that is adorned with superb stained glass.
Botanical Gardens
Leave the noisy city streets behind and unwind in a peaceful haven of native flora and fauna.
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.
Activities
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry
Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
Best of the Pondicherry (Guided Full Day City Tour)
Pondicherry in a day from Chennai to experience french legacy
Pondicherry Art Trails (2 Hours Guided Walking Tours)
Our pick of the best Heritage Town Hotel Deals
Vasavi Residenzcy
The room I booked through Hotels.com was unavailable, and Vasavi Residenzy informed us that they had no association with the booking. They asked us to pay ₹4,000 for one night if we still needed the room.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025
Maison Perumal - Cgh Earth
Amazing hospitality from everyone in the staff and quiet convenient location to beaches and nearby attractions.
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Arunik Inn
Room is functional, staff are kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2024
French Breeze Residency
Property rooms are too compact
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024
The Bull Boutique Hotel
Near the ashram and temple. 4 min walk. So very good location. Staff are very friendly and go Above and beyond to care like you are part of their family! Elderly mother and myself had severe food poisoning and they got us medicines, even came to the room to check on us. Their breakfast is fresh daily ...
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Fabexpress Santhi Inn
Other neighbourhoods around Heritage Town
White Town
White Town is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pondicherry Promenade Beach and Pondicherry Lighthouse.
Pondicherry Beach
Travellers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
