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9:10 AM–10:00 AM50m
south-indianSri Murugan Cafe
Small outlet serving only the best vegetarian South-Indian food.
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1 day · Boat, beaches & market
Family Day Out
Start with a quick south-Indian breakfast, then drive south for the Chunnambar backwater boat to Paradise Beach. A real sit-down lunch at Jallikattu (opposite the boat house) fuels the crossing; kids snack on momos at Daddy Amma after the beach. Back in town for the evening: Manakula temple (reopens 4pm), Goubert Market, a sunset stroll on Promenade Beach, free time, then dinner at Copper Kitchen.
9 places114 min drive41.7 km9:00 start
Suggested timing, not a reservation.Times use a 9:00 AM start, realistic visit durations and the planner’s driving matrix. Recheck live opening hours, boat services and traffic before leaving.
Day 1
Boat, beaches & market
114 min drive41.7 kmback 10:49 PM
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Pondicherry Bus StandDepart 9:00 AM
10 min drive2.4 km from the previous stop
19 min drive8.1 km from the previous stop
02
10:19 AM–12:14 PM1h 55m
natureChunnambar Boat House
Backwater paradise offering boating experiences through mangrove forests.
Read the place guide →7 min drive3 km from the previous stop
03
12:21 PM–1:16 PM55m
multicuisineJallikattu Restaurant
Seafood-forward sit-down restaurant directly opposite the Chunnambar Boat House serving prawns, fried fish and biryani.
Read the place guide →10 min drive3.4 km from the previous stop
04
1:26 PM–3:31 PM2h 5m
BeachParadise Beach
A pristine beach accessible by boat, known for its golden sands and clear waters.
Read the place guide →14 min drive5.8 km from the previous stop
05
3:45 PM–4:30 PM45m
asianDaddy Amma Momo Shop
A well-known food stop in Pondicherry, Daddy Amma Momo Shop is often praised for: Best place to have momos. Authentic momos. Kung pao momo is a must try, bit spicy, but worth a shot. Price is average, atmosphere & ambience can be improved. Parking space available.
Read the place guide →22 min drive10.6 km from the previous stop
06
4:52 PM–5:27 PM35m
spiritualManakula Vinayagar Temple
300-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, known for its elephant Lakshmi.
Read the place guide →4 min drive0.8 km from the previous stop
07
5:31 PM–6:31 PM1h
ShoppingGoubert Market
Lively market featuring fresh produce, flowers, meat and fish, plus toys and textiles.
Read the place guide →9 min drive2.1 km from the previous stop
08
6:40 PM–8:05 PM1h 25m
BeachPromenade Beach
A 1.5 km long stretch along the Bay of Bengal, perfect for evening strolls with French colonial architecture.
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8:05 PM–9:35 PM1h 30m
PauseBreak
Free time to slow down, rest, shop nearby or recover before the evening.
15 min drive4.4 km from the previous stop
10
9:50 PM–10:45 PM55m
multicuisineCopper Kitchen
Chennai's favourite multicuisine restaurant chain.
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Return to Pondicherry Bus StandEstimated back by 10:49 PM
Less backtracking, better hours, cooler beaches.
The route groups nearby stops, places time-sensitive visits before flexible ones, and keeps beaches or the Promenade for the cooler end of the day where possible. Open it in the planner to change the start point, shorten visits or replace any stop.
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