spiritual
Manakula Vinayagar Temple
300-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, known for its elephant Lakshmi.
adventure
Pondy Ocean Park
Adventure park near Paradise Beach with land and water activities, a funzone and mangrove boating.
Activity stops often need advance booking and fixed time slots — confirm availability before locking the rest of the day.
Routing tip. Give this stop enough buffer for photos, tickets, and slower groups.
Address17/2A, Cuddalore Road, Edayarpalayam, Thavalakuppam, Puducherry 605007, India
Hours todayMonday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
All opening hours
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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Auroville Visitor Centre
Main arrival hub for Auroville with exhibitions, a Matrimandir model, boutiques and cafes; issues Matrimandir passes.
nature
Botanical Garden
22-acre garden dating back to 1826, featuring rare plant species and musical fountains.
spiritual
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Founded in 1926, this spiritual community attracts seekers from around the world.