Looking for a trip that offers to take you far far away from your desk and into nature? Then escape to Pondicherry for a break with just yourself for company! Puducherry offers plenty for the wandering soul. The town is packed with history and offers fun activities and great food. So, here’s an itinerary tailor-made for an epic solo trip to experience the French legacy preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas and chic boutiques!
Planning A Solo Trip To Pondy? We’ve Just The Itinerary For You
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Rest Your Head
A tourist favourite, Pondicherry has stay options for every kind of visiter. The history buffs among you will love Patricia Guest House, a 200-year old villa at the heart of White Town. Villa Krish, Palais de Mahe, Villa Shanti and Maison Perumal make for excellent options when you want to kick back in style.
Soak In The History
Spend a quiet morning just roaming the charming streets of White Town. You can gaze at the lofty French-style edifices or take cute Insta selfies in front of buildings that are adorned with pink bougainvillea. To explore the town’s French heritage, you can also drop by the Pondicherry Museum which showcases artifacts from the bygone era. If you prefer to make a few friends while discovering Pondy, then, you can sign up for a cycle tour.
Eat Your Heart Out
The food is Pondicherry is spectacularly good. If you’d like to simply chill out, then, Cafe Des Arts is popular (here’s list of cool cafes) for its laid back ambience (complete with an old-world rickshaw) and its short eats. Bread & Chocolate, near Auroville, will reel you in with its freshly-baked loaves and sinful desserts. For lunch, Villa Shanti is recommended for a relaxed meal while Surguru is preferred for a quick bite.
Play The Field
There’s plenty you can do on your own in Pondy. You can chill by the quiet beaches near Auroville or just outside Pondicherry. Or you can explore the waters with a diving experience. You can meditate on a bench (or in the toy train) at the Botanical Garden or delve into spirituality at Auroville. In the evenings, you can meander down the Promenade Beach or watch the world go by on the busy Mission Street.
