Discover the most beautiful and exciting beaches of Pondicherry. Here’s your perfect guide to what each beach offers – from sunrise walks and shopping to surfing and serene escapes!
1. Promenade Beach (Rock Beach)
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Features: Heritage vibes, rocky coastline, colonial landmarks
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Activities: Sunrise walks, street performances, cycling
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Amenities: Benches, street lighting, restrooms, cafés (e.g., Le Café)
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Shopping: Local souvenirs & beachside snack stalls
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Timings: Open all day; vehicle-free from 6 PM to 7:30 AM
2. Paradise Beach (Chunnambar)
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Features: Golden sands, island beach accessible via boat
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Activities: Swimming, beach volleyball, boating
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Amenities: Life jackets, huts, changing rooms, food stalls
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Shopping: Small souvenir shops at Chunnambar Boat House
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Timings: Boat access from 9 AM to 5 PM only
3. Serenity Beach
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Features: Calm retreat, perfect for surfing beginners
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Activities: Surfing (Kallialay Surf School), yoga, beach walks
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Amenities: Parking, cafés, surf gear rental
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Shopping: Weekend beach bazaar (clothing, jewelry, crafts)
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Timings: Open all day; ideal between 6 AM to 6 PM
4. Auroville Beach (Auro Beach)
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Features: Youthful vibe, shallow waters
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Activities: Swimming, group yoga, local music events
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Amenities: Snack stalls, parking; limited lifeguards
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Shopping: Organic shops & handmade items near Auroville
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Timings: Open all day; best time 6 AM – 6 PM
5. Reppo Beach
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Features: Secluded, local fishing community experience
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Activities: Photography, beach walks, sunrise viewing
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Amenities: Minimal; basic huts
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Shopping: None at beach; nearest village shops
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Timings: Open all day; avoid after dark
6. Veerampattinam Beach
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Features: Long coastline near the fishing village, St. Peter’s Festival site
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Activities: Swimming, boat rides, watching traditional fishing
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Amenities: Small eateries, parking
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Shopping: Village markets with snacks and crafts
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Timings: Visit between 6 AM – 6 PM
| Beach | Activities | Amenities | Shopping | Timings |
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| Promenade | Walk, cycle, events | Lighting, benches, cafés | Souvenirs, cafés | 5 AM – 10 PM |
| Paradise | Swim, sports, boat rides | Boat rides, huts, lifeguards | Boat house shops | 9 AM – 5 PM (boats) |
| Serenity | Surfing, yoga, weekend walk | Surf school, café, parking | Weekend bazaar | 6 AM – 6 PM |
| Auroville | Swim, local crowd hangout | Snacks, parking | Auroville shops | 6 AM – 6 PM |
| Reppo | Quiet walk, local vibe | Fisher huts | No shops | Sunrise – Sunset |
| Veerampattinam | Swim, cultural views | Food stalls, parking | Village market | 6 AM – 6 PM |
