White Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit White Town
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.
Activities
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry
Our pick of the best White Town Hotel Deals
The Promenade Pondicherry
The only plus point was the location in this property. I am a returning guest and came back here after a gap of 10 years and experienced a massive let down in terms of hotel services. My last experience was charming which made me book this hotel again but this time the experience was terrible. Service ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Treebo Grace Inn, 3 Min Walk From Promenade Beach
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
Delhi House
Great place to stay!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Le Dupleix
Lovely staff. Good hot menu options for breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Sea Gadabout - Seaside Stays
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.
