“Pondicherry or Puducherry is popular for its French colonial buildings, beautiful and clean beaches, and Spiritual retreats, the bougainvilleas, Cathedrals, and leafy boulevards will make you fall in love with its Uniqueness. It is one of the best places to spend with Family or Friends on vacations, Pondicherry offers you one of the best Food fusion with French and Tamil delicacies, amazing places to visit, and some of the best beaches to visit and spend a good time away from the day to day chores.”
Promenade Beach or Rock Beach
Rock Beach is one of the best beaches in Pondicherry, Promenade is the area surrounding the beach.
The beach has one of the best sunrises and can be enjoyed sitting on the giant Rocks or on the benches near the shore.
The beach has huge Rocks on one side and French buildings and cafes on the other side with a stretch of 1.5 km making it very idle for walks for locals and tourists.
Vehicles are not allowed between 4:00 Pm to 10:00 Pm, thus allowing ample play area for children and away from traffic noises.
Things to do at Promenade Beach: Enjoying the Sunrise and relax on the huge Rocks at the beach
Activities: No water activities
Best Time: 6:00 Am to 10:00 Am and 6:00 Pm to 10:00 Pm
Entry Fee: No entry fees
Serenity Beach
Here one can find Serenity in Pondicherry as the name suggests, Serenity beach is the best
beach for relaxing and learning Surfing. It is famous for its clean white sand and blue waters with surfing activities.
Explore the restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops at the beach and enjoy the water activities like kayaking and canoeing.
Surfing classes by trained professionals are also offered at the beach by the nearby surfing school.
Things to do at Serenity Beach: Water sports, Flea market, Exploring Cafes, and relaxing in shacks
Activities: Surfing, boating, kayaking, canoeing.
Entry Fee: No Entry fee
Best Time: 6:00 Am to 6:30 Pm
Auroville Beach
Auro or Auroville Beach is a gem worth visiting, this beach is known for its peaceful atmosphere with clear waters
After a refreshing swim, we can relax on the golden sands and in shacks and enjoy the variety of local cuisine.
When visited early morning, we can see professional surfers, surfing on the waters. This is certainly one of the best beaches in Pondicherry with shacks.
Things to do at Auroville Beach: Water activities, Tasting International and local cuisines
Best Time: 6:30 Am to 6:30 Pm
Entry Fee: No entry fee
Paradise Beach
To reach Paradise beach, we need to first head to Chunnambar Boat House and need to take a boat to cross the backwater to reach Paradise beach which is like an island in itself.
I have vlogged the entire journey from the backwaters to Paradise beach, I tried capturing the “jellyfishes” while returning from Paradise beach
Paradise beach is definitely the best beach in Pondicherry if you are looking to escape from the city’s hustle and bustle to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
We can enjoy soaking on the sandy shores or can go swimming in the clear waters.
This is the best beach to enjoy with Family and Friends.
Things to do at Paradise Beach: Beach volleyball, Water activities, Best for family picnics
Best Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 Pm
Activities: Jet skiing, Boating, Backwater sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking
Entry Fee: 150/- per person and Photography Charges extra
Karaikal Beach
This beach is located at Karaikal which is around 130 km from Pondicherry
This unspoiled beach offers you a relaxing atmosphere with golden sands and clear waters.
A popular spot for picnics and swimming or spending time on the shore and lost in the beauty of nature.
The beach has good restaurants and cafes that serve local and International dishes.
If you are looking for a Private or secluded beach, then add Karaikal Beach to your Pondicherry Itinerary.
Things to do at Karaikal Beach: Beach tennis, Volleyball, Swimming, and Family picnics.
Best Time: 6:30 Am
Activities: Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking
Entry fee: No entry fee
Reppo Beach
This beach is also known as Repayam Beach, located away from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Repo Beach is famous for fishermen’s boats that sail along golden sunsets showcasing scenes like paintings.
This unspoiled place is a must-visit with family or loved ones.
Things to do at Reppo Beach: Photography at Sunsets, Family picnics
Activities: No Water sports
Entry Fee: No entry fee
Verrampattinam Beach
The calmness of this Ocean waters will make you lose yourself, one of the best beaches to unwind and relax at the shore.
This is one of the offbeat beaches in Pondicherry
If you are looking for a Private or secluded beach, then add Verrampattinam beach to your Pondicherry itinerary.
Things to do at Verrampattinam Beach: Photography at Sunsets, Family picnics
Activities: No Water sports
Best Time: 6:30 Am and from 5:30 pm till Sunset
Entry Fee: No entry fee
Quiet Beach
One of the best beaches in Pondicherry and a must-visit place, As the name suggests this is a very quiet and peaceful beach, located around 8km
from the city and one of the cleanest beaches in Pondicherry.
The serene location with a soothing beach breeze will mesmerize you.
Walking on the beach is enjoying the ocean waters breeze is the most romantic thing for couples.
Things to do at Quiet Beach: Photography at Sunsets, Unwind, and Relax
Activities: No Water sports
Best Time: 6:30 Am and from 5:30 pm till Sunset
Entry Fee: No entry fee
Mahe Beach
One of the Private or Secluded best beaches and best beaches in Pondicherry, which is 22 km from Kannur. It also serves as a coast o the North side of Kerala, thus is often visited by tourists from Kerala too.
The esthetic beauty of Mahe beach is incomparable with the growing palm trees.
An ideal place to capture beautiful pictures of trees and the sea.
Mahe beach is the best beach for photographers and peace seekers to relax.
This beach doesn’t have any cafes or food stalls, so make sure you arrange the food by yourselves.
If you are looking for a Private or secluded beach, then add Mahe beach in your Pondicherry itinerary.
Things to do at Mahe Beach: Photography, Unwind, and Relax
Activities: No Water sports
Best Time: 6:30 Am and from 5:30 pm till Sunset
Entry Fee: No entry fee
Best time to Visit Pondicherry
The Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea are two of nature’s greatest gifts to Pondicherry
The coastline is a perfect place to experience this city. Its peaceful, classic architecture will transport you back in time, and the beaches are unbelievably amazing! Don’t miss your chance to visit Pondicherry; plan your trip so you can have an incredible time here “French City” of India.
Wrapping Up
The Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea are two of nature’s greatest gifts to Pondicherry
The coastline is a perfect place to experience this city. Its peaceful, classic architecture will transport you back in time, and the beaches are unbelievably amazing! Don’t miss your chance to visit Pondicherry; plan your trip so you can have an incredible time here “French City” of India.
- It is recommended to stay hydrated and take necessary safety precautions while visiting beaches, Always follow the local guidelines.
- Apply sunscreens or oils to avoid sunburns
- Do not consume alcohol at beaches
Suggested Reads: Best places to visit in Pondicherry, Pichavaram Mangrove Forest, and Chaloghoomein’s Pondy Trip Itinerary.
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