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Cellular Jail + Beach Day β€” Perfect Port Blair One-Day Itinerary
Arjun MehtaBy Arjun Mehta Β· 7 min read Β· Updated 2026-02-20βœ“ Verified 2026-02-20

Cellular Jail + Beach Day β€” Perfect Port Blair One-Day Itineraryandaman

Port Blair is the arrival point for every Andaman trip, and most travellers treat it purely as a transit hub. That's a mistake β€” the city holds India's most important colonial-era monument (Cellular Jail) and two genuinely beautiful nearby islands, all combinable in one busy but rewarding day.
Step-by-Step

The Perfect Port Blair Day

Hour-by-hour itinerary to maximize your Port Blair day:

  • 8am β€” Breakfast at Annapurna Cafeteria (near Cellular Jail)
  • 9am β€” Cellular Jail opening β€” allow 90 minutes
  • 10:30am β€” Walk to Water Sports Complex (5 min), boat to Ross Island
  • 11am-12:30pm β€” Ross Island heritage walk
  • 12:30pm β€” Return boat to Port Blair
  • 1pm β€” Lunch at New Lighthouse Restaurant (seafood)
  • 2:30pm β€” Auto to Corbyn's Cove Beach (15 min, β‚Ή100)
  • 3pm-5:30pm β€” Beach swim, sunset
  • 6pm β€” Return for Cellular Jail Light & Sound Show (β‚Ή50)
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What to See at Cellular Jail

India's most powerful freedom struggle memorial β€” 698 cells in 7 radiating wings. The Veer Savarkar cell, the gallows, and the central tower are must-sees. Audio guide available in Hindi/English (β‚Ή50). The Light & Sound Show at 6pm (β‚Ή50) is Port Blair's best evening activity.

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Everything You Need to Know

How much time is needed at Cellular Jail Port Blair?+
90 minutes for the full tour including museum. Add 45 minutes if attending the Light & Sound Show (6pm, β‚Ή50).
What is the entry fee for Cellular Jail?+
β‚Ή30 for Indians, β‚Ή500 for foreign nationals. Audio guide: β‚Ή50 additional. Camera: free (no tripods in museum rooms).
Can I visit Ross Island and Cellular Jail on the same day?+
Yes β€” the itinerary above combines both plus Corbyn's Cove Beach. Start at 9am, finish by 6pm.
Is Corbyn's Cove Beach safe for swimming?+
Yes during October-May (calm sea). Lifeguards present. Swimming prohibited June-September (strong currents). The beach has changing rooms and showers.

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