The best way to move around in Pondy is by walk or by bicycle. U can hire motorbike only if u r visiting Repos Beach(8KM from city) or Auroville(12KM from city) or Paradise beach(10KM from city)
Pondicherry is a nice peacefultown, where time passes by rather slowly. The french influence is visible, with cafes littered all over the town with many amazing sights to look out for as well.
Being my birth city, I always loved this place. Small city with beautiful beaches, good restaurants, good beers and liquors. The only problem in this city is the traffic and crazing driving.
Exellent town done by French people n superb planning at side of sea beachtown... very old town with French yellow n white colour all building n bunglow.
Nice view to Bengal Bay, must buy items: wine (very cheap ), postcards(unusual size, very special and cnt find in other cities!) Must go place: mantrimandir .