Explore Goa – A complete travel guide for every Goa lover!

The time to execute the Goa trip that you have been planning for months has come. The nightlife, beaches, and parties are famous in Goa and it makes it one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Goa offers a getaway to an alternate reality through its serene beaches in South Goa and exciting parties in North Goa. So pack your bags and head to Goa with your gang and craft some memories!

These places should definitely be visited in Goa!

Everyone loves beaches and sands, Goa has the most amazing beaches. The presence of the beautiful beaches in Goa is what makes it a major tourist attraction. Experience the sands and the nightlife in Goa and gorge upon traditional South Indian dishes.

Hang out at the beaches:

Beaches across Goa are beautifully spread and each beach is special in its own way. Palolembeach is recognized for its calm waters and its happening nightlife. You can spend time relaxing around the coconut palm trees or indulge in swimming. Silent discos are also quite popular here. Head to Ashvem beach at Morgim, Goa is a clean and unspoiled beach with shallow lagoons. Anjuna beach hosts flea markets every Wednesday for shopping lovers. It also has many water sports like jet skiing and paragliding at reasonable prices. You will find many tourists hanging around at Calungate beach and you can party all night here. Also, visit the Baga beach, Arambol, Mandrem & Assagao.Hang out in South Goa for calm beaches such as Colva, Palolem, and Galgibaga and relax in silence.

Chapora Fort:

This historical monument is built on Chapora river, it also got captured in the Bollywood movie “Dil Chahta Hai”. You can view the Vagator beach and glimpse of the Arabian sea from this fort. Also, get a picture clicked on the old walls for the memories.

Basilica de Bom Jesus:

It is an old popular church and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has the remains of missionary Saint Francis Xavier. The church is around 400 years old and has precious stones carving.

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Food is always fun!

Enjoy Goan food includes fish curries, fruit rice, and other seafood. Goa has a unique blend of Portuguese heritage and traditional Indian cooking. Chill and eat at plenty of restaurants, vendors, shacks that will provide you authentic Goan food.

Party like a boss!

Called as the party capital of India, Goa hosts popular parties during November – February, you will witness the most popular festivals and many other trance parties happening every night. At Anjuna beach, there are a lot of youngsters and International tourists dancing to the music and enjoying themselves.

Shop till you drop:

There are many shopping options in Goa as it has many flea markets and night bazaars. Some of the flea markets are Anuna Flea Market (footwear, jewelry), Mapusa Market (Dried and Fresh Fish, Spices, Pickles, Goa’s famous ‘chouricos’ sausages, Antiques, Textiles, and Handicrafts) Panjim Market (cashew nuts, spices), Calangute Market ( trinkets, carpets). 

How to reach Goa?

You can visit Goa easily as Goa is well-connected by roads and taxis can be rented in advance. Most people go for hiring cars and motorcycles, and explore Goa on their own.

What is the best time to visit Goa?

One can travel in November - February, these are the peak season and based on Christmas Holidays.

Travel Tips for you:

·         Carry your money and documents safely

·         Move around and explore all the beaches

·         Drink from the bottled mineral water

·         Keep the beaches clean and take care of your belongings

·         Do not drive any vehicle on the beaches