White Town
Puducherry
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.
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.
Things to do
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Pondicherry in a day from Chennai to experience french legacy
Best of the Pondicherry (Guided Full Day City Tour)
Top hotels in White Town
The Promenade Pondicherry
Outstanding service
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Le Dupleix
Extremely helpful and courteous staff. They made our trip! Great neighbourhood to walk in easily accessible.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Treebo Grace Inn, 3 Min Walk From Promenade Beach
Incredible friendly front desk and support staff. Param and his associates at the reception were very helpful. Their travel desk arranged intercity vehicle flawlessly. I Great location. Clean room, plenty of electrical outlets. Excellent running hot and cold water with very good pressure. Tasty good ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 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
Treebo Aaravi Residency, 800 Mtrs From Promenade Beach
Value for money , located centrally and they have the best staff always willing to help . I would love to give them a seven stars. Ganesh was amazing too .
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
La Plage SeaView Suites
All the services were substandard.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
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 Government Place if you have time to explore the area.
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.
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.
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.
