City: Goa
Top Things to do in Goa
Top 10 Things to do in Goa, India
The sandy coast of Goa is perfect for reclining by the sea. Nestle into a cushioned chair at a beach shack and savor a curry while you sip a Kingfisher beer, watching the sun slip lazily below the horizon. In Old Goa, the beautiful Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a fine example of baroque architecture. Visit during Christmastime to experience a fantastic religious and cultural mash-up of East and West.
Restaurants in Goa
1. Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 889 reviews
Reviewed By kalindid_12 - Pune, India
One of the most noticeable churches in the heart of the city which can be seen from far and cannot go unnoticed. With its white washed walls and beautiful Portuguese architecture, it is one of must visit places while in Panjim. I was told by our taxi driver that many Bollywood films have been shot here. There are many steps to climb but not difficult to climb. From the top one gets a nice view of the city too. It is beautiful inside too! One can definitely spare 20-30 minutes to see this Church.
2. Fontainhas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 421 reviews
Reviewed By n_jaswant - Singapore, Singapore
One of the most instagram worthy location in Goa. It reminded me of shop houses in Little India (Singapore) Just walk past the colorful houses and capture amazing memories. There are few cafes nearby where you can sit and relax. Dine at Down the Road restaurant!
3. Mangeshi Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 373 reviews
Reviewed By RajuSalvi - Pune, India
A) Location: This most famous temple in Goa is located at Mangeshi village in Priol, Ponda taluka: 1) 1 km from Mardol 2) 21 km from Panaji 3) 26 km from Margaon B) Temple Impressed Me From Following Aspects: 1. Very unique distinctive type of architecture. 2. Neat & clean temple premises 3. Free parking at three locations: a) Next to temple b) On the side of road from temple to main road c) At the main road junction 4. Canteen facility providing simple veg food. 5. Agrashala: Very affordable accommodation facility for pilgrims & devotees from GSB community only. 6. Feet water wash system 7. Free footwear stand 8. Washroom facility opposite the parking area beside temple 9. There are food stalls, flowers garland stall, clothes shop, souvenir stalls, hotel on route from main road to temple. It 250 meter distance approx. 10. Spacious temple surroundings C) Mangeshi Temple: Wikipedia, trust & other websites provides excellent religious & historical information on this temple. Please read it on google search by typing Mangeshi Temple Goa. Temple is open from 6 am to 10 pm. This temple houses the kuldaivat (family deity) of GSB community. Temple belongs to Bhagwan Manguesh (Linga) an incarnation of Lord Shiva. There are shrines of Goddess Parvati & God Ganesha as well as shrines of many more deities in the temple & temple premises. D) The Other Notable Things Are: 1. Multistory Deepstambha (Lamp Tower) 2. Chandelier inside the main hall of temple 3. A water tank, the gate of it was closed during our visit 4. Agrashala accommodation facility on left side, rear side & right side of temple 5. One is not allowed to take darshan from very near inside the temple E) Photos: Photos inside main temple are totally prohibited. Visitors are allowed to take photos outside temple. I have attached photos with easy to understand tag & description system. Have a look at the photos to get the feel of those things in the photo. This is the biggest & famous landmark temple of Goa so it should be visited.
4. Reis Magos Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 497 reviews
Newly restored Portuguese Fort
Reviewed By HarryHSR - New Delhi, India
The Reis Magos Fort is located in North Goa area, it is a small beautiful and very well maintained fort, must visit although its a little walk from the main road . Reis Magos fort was originally a defence fortess and then later used as a jail till 1993 ... once can see the jail cells still , after which it started crumbling. then the fort was restored in 2008 with great efforts from famous artist Mario Miranda and the Govt of Goa, and fort is now converted into a cultural centre, besides being used a tourist attraction. We had real good fun and clicked a lot of pictures here It was really worth a while spending time here at Reis Magos Fort Must visit if you have some spare time ... you wont regret n kids will also enjoy n learn
5. St. Alex Church
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4.5 based on 377 reviews
Reviewed By ashishdeora123 - Jodhpur, India
located in north goa in arpora calangute built in 1741 opening hour of church is 9 am to 8:30 pm overall nice
6. Candolim Beach
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4.0 based on 1,753 reviews
Reviewed By jsaravananiitkgp - Bengaluru, India
We visited Candolim beach with our kids. It’s indeed a splendid experience where we saw Dolphins, travelled to island, saw the Portuguese fort and prisons, had mouth-watering sea food dishes. We all had a very pleasant and joyful day by playing almost 4 hours in the beach along with our kids. The whole day spent on this beach was a memorable one and we returned to our resort only in the night. We recommend every tourist who is visiting South Goa should not miss this heavenly place where All ages can completely be mesmerised.
7. Calangute Beach
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4.0 based on 2,975 reviews
Reviewed By Sandy_JSR - Jamshedpur, India
Calangute is another popular and crowded beach with numerous shacks that offers various cuisines and drinks, the prices are by and large same at the shack. The beach is big with water sports options such as boating, water skiing & parasailing etc. Be it day or night, the beach is always crowded and lively, good place for enjoyment and hangout.
8. The Saturday Night Market
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4.0 based on 1,138 reviews
Clive's Saturday Night Market ~ Set amidst a Mango Orchard at Casa Babu, Arpora and has hundreds of stalls with all kinds of accessories and food put up by a large number of Foreign and Indian Artisan's. The Market begins at 4 pm and goes on to the wee hours. Apart from this there are a number of Live Shows and Music Events that occur at Different Zones within the Night Market, Thus converting the entire Night Market Atmosphere into one Hell Of A Party Place to be at ! People from all over the world come to the Saturday Night Market and carry along with them an experience of a life time. So for all who seek a Crazy & Out of this world experience... come by to Clive's Saturday Night Market - Where the enjoyment Never Stops.'
Reviewed By NeerajA25 - Dehradun, India
This is a weekly market which opens only on Saturday night and is 2 kms away from Baga beach, This market has lot of shopping options like handicrafts, western dresses, toys, accessories etc, Girls will simply love it, It opens till 3-4 am in the night and has live music along with food stalls.
9. Baga Beach
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4.0 based on 7,223 reviews
Reviewed By iankitkhurana1606 - New Delhi, India
My favourite beach in Goa We 4 couples visited Goa and life on bags beach just beautiful and full of amazing nature views We booked candle light dinner near to beach. One of the wonderful experience in Goa. Everyone must try this Must recommend
10. Church of Our Lady Of Hope
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By M6K5S - Mumbai, India
Lovely church. Bang in the middle of Panjim & just a walking distance from 18th June road, the main area for shopping, eating & entertainment.
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