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.
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.
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.
French Institute
Explore the campus of French Institute as part of your travels around Puducherry. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
French War Memorial
You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a trip to French War Memorial. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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
Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
Pondicherry in a day from Chennai to experience french legacy
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry
Best of the Pondicherry (Guided Full Day City Tour)
1-Hour Traditional Kolam Art class using Colored Flour with Guide
Top hotels in White Town
The Promenade Pondicherry
Literally across from the beach front! Very convenient stay to get to the beach and walk to White Town/ French Colony.
Reviewed on 16 Oct, 2025
La Plage SeaView Suites
The staff is very helpful. Location is best. Food is decent.
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Treebo Grace Inn, 3 Min Walk From Promenade Beach
The hotel was ok,passable. The room was a good size and had a decent smart tv,which was appreciated with a teenager in tow. The room looked clean but didnt feel clean,which I know isnt a useful review. The location was very handy for shops,ATM, eateries etc. A 10 minute walk to the beach,but you ...
Reviewed on 31 Aug, 2025
Le Dupleix
Beautiful renovated 18th century property, walking distance to the beach and other attractions, staff was excellent. Enjoy
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2025
Petit Palais
Hotel Staff were very friendly and helpful it was a pleasant stay in a charming room. It was nice to have the pool for a refreshing swim on a hot day. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025
19 villa mira
Yes
Reviewed on 17 Oct, 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.
Pondicherry Beach
Travellers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Bharathidasan Nagar
Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, but Ousteri Lake and Botanical Gardens 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 Ousteri Lake and Sacred Heart of Jesus.
