🏛️Main Attractions
- ✓Baga Beach
- ✓Bom Jesus Cathedral
- ✓Old Goa
- ✓Anjuna Beach
Goa
Goa
A beach resort state on the west coast of India with a history of Portuguese colonization, it is a popular tourist destination with beautiful beaches and a unique culture.
🌐Other Cities in India
Recommended Hotels in Goa
Hand-picked hotels and accommodations from Agoda (20 properties)
🏨Recommended Hotels
- ★Taj Exotica Resort & Spa
- ★W Goa
- ★The Leela Goa
- ★Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa
🍜Restaurants & Food
•Gunpowder
¥¥South Indian coastal cuisine
•Thalassa
¥¥¥Greek food with cliff views
•Viva Panjim
¥¥Authentic Goan-Portuguese
•Britto's
¥¥Beach shack seafood
💡 Travel Tips
- • Avoid monsoon season (June-September) - heavy rains, most shacks closed
- • North Goa for parties and water sports, South Goa for peaceful relaxation
- • Watch your drinks at parties - spiking reports exist
- • Drugs are illegal despite prevalence - police target tourists, penalties severe
- • Rent a scooter for easy beach-hopping - international license not required
🔗 Related Information
📋Quick Info
📅Best Season
November to February (peak season, beach parties), avoid monsoon June-September
💰Daily Budget
$35-60 per day (beach shacks to luxury resorts, higher in peak season)/day
👥Popular With
Beach loversparty-goersbackpackershoneymoonersdigital nomads
🗓️Recommended Stay
5-7 days to enjoy beaches, nightlife, and Portuguese heritage sites
🌐Timezone
IST (UTC+5:30)
💬Local Language
Konkani, Hindi, English widely spoken
💱Currency
Indian Rupee (INR) - ATMs available, cards accepted at most places
📅Goa 3-Day Itinerary
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
North Goa Beaches & Nightlife
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Morning3h
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Relax at Calangute or Baga Beach
💡 Most popular beaches - expect crowds. Arrive early for best spots. Sunscreen and beach umbrella essential.
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Morning2h
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Water sports activities
💡 Parasailing, jet skiing available. Bargain hard - start at 50% of asking price. Verify safety equipment.
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Afternoon1.5h
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Lunch at beach shack
💡 Try Britto's or Tito's for fresh seafood. Prawns, fish curry rice, and kingfish are excellent choices.
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Afternoon3h
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Anjuna Beach and flea market
💡 Wednesday flea market is the best. Great for shopping jewelry, clothes, handicrafts. Bargain expected.
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Evening2h
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Sunset beach lounging
💡 Find a beach shack with sunset views. Order drinks and enjoy the famous Goan sunsets.
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Evening4h
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Tito's Lane nightlife
💡 Tito's Lane is party central. Dress code relaxed. Late night options: Club Cubana or Mambo's for dancing.
💡Tips
- •Avoid monsoon season (June-September) - heavy rains, most shacks closed, rough seas unsafe
- •Watch your drinks at parties - spiking reports exist, especially in busy clubs
- •Drugs are illegal despite prevalence - police target tourists, penalties severe
- •North Goa for parties and water sports, South Goa for peaceful relaxation and clean beaches
- •Drink only bottled water, avoid ice at small shacks, and start with mild foods if sensitive stomach