Top Things to do in South Goa District
Top Hotels in South Goa District
- 1. Sterling Goa- Varca
- 2. Beleza by the Beach
- 3. Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim
- 4. Caravela Beach Resort
- 5. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Goa
- 6. ITC Grand Goa, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Goa
- 7. Kenilworth Resort & Spa, Goa
- 8. Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort
- 9. Sobit Sarovar Portico
- 10. The LaLiT Golf & Spa Resort Goa
Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in South Goa District, Goa
Discover the best top things to do in South Goa District, India including Rita's Gourmet Goa, KOKOindia, Goa Jungle Adventure, Swaastha Home Spa, Cola Beach, Mahadeva Temple, Dudhsagar Falls, Galgibaga Beach, San Thome Museum: Back in Time, Carpe Diem.
Restaurants in South Goa District
1. Rita's Gourmet Goa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 330 reviews
Goa a well known tourist destination for its golden sand, charming people, heritage monuments is also popular for scrumptious food. So if you are interested in cooking and would like to learn more on culinary delight and taste of Indian & Goan Cuisine, then join us at Rita’s Gourmet Goa and unravel how an Indian kitchen comes out with such a varied nature of delectable spiced curries and delicious dishes. Enjoy a fun filled cooking session and savouring the delicious dishes in an outdoor garden kitchen. Rita's Gourmet offers a number of culinary workshops and food tours. To name a few : (1) The popular Five hours Cooking Class with Local Farmer’s Market tour (2) Three & Five days Comprehensive Cookery Workshop in Indian Cuisine and in exclusive Goan Cuisine (3) Shore Culinary tour for Cruise line Passengers (4) Three days Culinary & Heritage tour. Add value to your Goan holiday by joining us at Rita's Gourmet Goa and we will not only teach you all about Masalas, Curries, Chutneys, flavorful Indian delicacies but will also take you around on a rich culinary tour showcasing the spice plantation, local farmer's market tour, heritage museums showcasing culinary and agrarian artifacts and many more culinary experiences.
2. KOKOindia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
The KOKO Lunch Club Goa is a very special day out offering you the chance to experience 'Goa beyond the Beach.' This fully hosted, exclusive excursion begins with a private guided tour of Goa's grandest mansion - and is followed by a deliciously authentic five course Indo-Portuguese lunch served on the garden terrace of a seventeenth century palacio. Bookings : advance booking is essential. Please Google the KOKOindia website for our listed email address or find us on Facebook under 'KOKO Experiences Goa.' Timings : approx 09.30-15.30 Cost : Rs 3200 p/p fully inclusive except for additional drinks. Location: Our hosted groups usually depart from the Canacona region of South Goa but do contact us if you're based somewhere else. ( An additional transport fee may apply). The KOKO Lunch Club Goa is arranged by KOKOindia Luxury Travels - leading designers of bespoke and luxury holidays, retreats and safaris across India since 2007.
3. Goa Jungle Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 458 reviews
Goa Jungle Adventure organizes canyoning (outdoor extreme sport, not a safari or sightseeing) tours in the jungle of Goa for both beginners and experts. Canyoning basically includes trekking, abseiling, cliff jumping, swimming and walking through river gorge. A minimum jumping ability (from cliff to deep natural pool) and good swimming skills is required. The trip starts in Palolem (South Goa - Margao 1 hour, Panjim 2 hours, Calangute/Baga 2 hours 30 by road). The participant has to be in good health (fit for outdoor sport activities and not overweight bmi <29 ).
4. Swaastha Home Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Welcome to a world of rejuvenation at Swaastha Homa Spa . Find yourself in the Hands of expert massures - all the way from KERALA.
Reviewed By kitslano
What a fantastic place tucked away, it really is paradise the massage and care I have received so far has been amazing. I would highly recommend a massage here Sunita is amazing ???? thank you so much. You will not be disappointed ????
5. Cola Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 596 reviews
Reviewed By ThroughEyesOfMyCam - New Delhi, India
Cola beach is a remote beach present in cancona village of Goa which gives you a treat to your eyes that is beyond words. This place not only exhibit a Aqua Blue serene beach with coconut tress on its coast but also a green lagoon where you can enjoy swimming!! Cola beach is not a easy place to reach and so has preserved its natural beauty in these many years. You need to trek about 4km to reach this beauty. And if have good driving skills, you can even drive a scooter to this place. It is steep descend with no paved path full of mud. We visited this place during raining season and found quite risky to drive then. The path was little slippery, and so we decided to trek half way to beach. If you happen to trek to the beach, you will witness few hidden gems on the way which is usually missed when on bike . On the way to the beach we encountered a small part of lagoon some one km just before it meets the ocean. The place is scheduled with no tourist or locals near it. You can hear the flow of water and rustling of leaves very clearly here I Weescended near the shallow water body and enjoyed there for almost an hour in the fresh clean water. There was one beach hut on the opposite end of the lagoon where we saw a foreigner meditating with OM mantra in background. About 20 min walk from this place we reached cola beach which withholds one of the most beautiful beach South Goa has to offer you. One end of this beach offers you a endless view of the sea blue coast with no sign of human intervention in between and the other end gives you a glimpse of lagoon made of green water. This perfect blend of salt and sweet water is a perfect dream destination you could ever image. The lagoon of green water is encircled with lush green palm trees behind it which darkens with the depth of jungle. Where to stay : 1) Blue lagoon Resort is one of the best budget options to stay here. They have both beach facing cottages and lagoon facing huts and I can't score anyone of them with more points. Both of them have their own beauty. Estimated cost : Rs 1500-3000 2) Other option is to stay in Dwarka Eco Beach Resort which has equally good and sea view cottages. Estimated cost : Rs 7000-10000 The restaurant on the beach is also owned by Blue Lagoon Resort where you can try some sea food and drinks .
6. Mahadeva Temple
7. Dudhsagar Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,358 reviews
An adventurous bumpy Jeep ride leads you to these spectacular falls plunging into a pool where you can swim with giant carp.
Reviewed By ShruthiS81 - Bengaluru, India
Must visit!.. currently anmod to kulem route from Belgaum is closed.. we had taken train from castle Rock to kulem.
8. Galgibaga Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By Yukthi_Manjunath
Its a beautiful long beach with only 2 shacks at the end of the beach. Surya's cafe serves very good food but its expensive. Galgibhag river meets the sea here and there's place where you can get into the water and play. Its very safe and pleasant especially in the mornings and evenings. There are no activities here as its a turtle nesting beach. you will see two pits fenced with nest by forest department where turtles have laid eggs.
9. San Thome Museum: Back in Time
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Catch line: Revolution in Technical Evolution which started somewhere in 1887AD is justified by this first concept in the world. All the features in the Smartphone vis a vis Calculators, Phones, Movies, Typing(microsoft word & Excel), Cameras (still and movie), Time and Timekeepers, Artificial lights, Radios, Recorded music, Slide show, weighs, Calender's are depicted from the first invention to latest digital age. Incorporated in the museum, is al vast collection of evolution of Irons, stoves, sewing machines, coins, bottles, Cobalt blue bottles, cutlery, crockery, kettles, inkpots, Drillers, roofing tiles et cetera. Labeled as the Finest Jewel in Goa's Treasure Chest, at Thome Museum, time stands still. A house of fusion of Knowledge and Heritage, it unveils before all generations, the evolution of smartphone started in 19th Century. It also showcases not only the Portuguese but also the British influence on standard of living of Goans . A lifetime experience is guaranteed.
Reviewed By MANCHIMASTER - Mumbai, India
this museum is a real experience to back in time. you will be surprised to see old age things instrument typewriter and other items which one cannot find now
10. Carpe Diem
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Carpe Diem is an Art and Learning Centre that houses an Art Gallery, Cafe, Art Store and a Ceramic Studio in addition to organising and conducting classes and activities for all ages. From art classes,book readings and pottery to yoga, theatre and music, there is something for everyone. Our in-house garden cafe offers you a range of coffees and teas in addition to shakes, sandwiches, sweet and savoury waffles, wraps, pastries and more. Art exhibitions are held throughout the year, though the wet months usually are a quieter period for the same.
Reviewed By Nadya34 - Ottawa, Canada
I don't know whether I should be ashamed or proud of this fact, but I have literally been going to Carpe Diem every day for the past 10 days (and plan to keep going until my holidays finish!) Their menu has a lot of non-veg options but, even as a vegetarian (and therefore having substantially less options) I am still absolutely satisfied by their food--not to mention that they also have really good coffee and (non-alcoholic) coolers. Try the watermelon mint cooler, or their cappuccino (with a properly impressive milk foam!) the espresso gelato, the simple but delicious veggie wrap, or the veg momos, or the freshly baked chocolate brownie...heck, just try it all! Their prices are affordable and good care is put into their food quality and presentation. One thing to note: they do not have AC, but their tables are comfortably within reach of the fans and (as someone who has worked there even in the peak of the afternoon heat) it is well worth it! And, to top it all off, this place is way more than just a cafe. They have artisan crafts (pottery, jewelry, textiles, etc.) for sale, you can sign up for a class to learn a new art skill, and they have an entire art gallery on display--free to admire! They've adopted in a number of stray dogs, and have a jar for donations to go towards the animals' needs. Do yourself a favour and go check out, and support, all their amazing initiatives!
