1. Dudhsagar Waterfalls, Goa
Dudhsagar waterfall is one among tallest fall in India with height of 310 m (1017ft) and about 100ft in width. The fall looks more beautiful as it is surrounded by lush green western ghat. Dudhsagar Falls is a four-tiered waterfall on the Mandovi River in Goa. It is 60 km from Panaji by road and is located on the Belgaum–Vasco Da Gama rail route.
Location: Sonauli, Goa
Timings: 07:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 400 per person for Jeep drive from Castle Rock to Dudhsagar Falls
Rs. 20 per person Entry Fee
2. Calangute Beach, Goa
Calangute Beach is the longest beach in North Goa, stretching from Candolim to Baga and is situated 15 km from Panjim. Due to its sheer size and popularity, it is a hub for tourists and backpackers from all over the world. Popular as the "Queen of Beaches", the Calangute Beach of Goa is among the top ten bathing beaches in the world. Being one of the busiest and most commercial beaches of Goa, it is swarming with eating joints, shacks and clubs serving cocktails, beer and seafood. The Calangute Beach is also known for its water sports activities like parasailing, water surfing, banana ride and jet-skiing. While the days here are filled with beach fun, nights call for upbeat parties and letting your hair down.
Location: Calangute, Goa
Timings: 24 hours
Entry Fee: Free
3. Mayem Lake, Goa
Mayem lake is the most famous lake in Goa. The lake itself sits on wooded shores in a landscape of low hills. Birdlife is plentiful here, with a variety of birds making their home on the shores of the lake. The lake is one of the few places where tourists can enjoy a romantic ride in the lake in a paddle boat. The lake is also a great spot for birdwatchers to catch glimpses of migratory birds in Goa. Picturesque surroundings and boating in paddle boats are the key tourist attractions of the place.
Location: Bicholim, Goa
Timings: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
4. Aguada Fort, Goa
Aguada Fort is the largest and the best-preserved Portuguese bastion in Goa. This fort is more than 400 years old. It is located at a hilltop near the mouth of the river Mandovi. The fort was named Aguada which means water in "Portuguese". You can witness the beautiful confluence of Mandovi River and Arabian Sea and an old lighthouse along with the magnificent fort.
Location: Sinquerim Village near Candolim, Goa
Timings: 08:30 AM to 05:30 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 25 per person
5. Shree Mangesh Temple, Goa
Shree Mangesh temple is a hindu temple. It is at a distance of 22 km from Panaji. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Shrimad Swamiji of Shri Kavale Math is Spiritual chief of Shri Manguesh Saunsthan. This temple is one of the largest and most frequently visited temples in Goa. In 2011, the temple along with others in the area instituted a dress code on visitors of the temple.
Location: Mangeshi Village, Ponda, Mardol, Goa
Timings: 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
6. Immaculate Conception Church, Goa
One of the first churches that have been built in Goa. It is believed that this church was built even before 1541. From the gallery of the church you can get an amazing view of the entire city. The main altar of the church is dedicated to the Mary Immaculate. On 8th of December every year, the feast of the Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception church is organized. A fair is organized at the Church square during the feast. The buoyancy of the fair and the decoration add on to the overall beauty of the church.
Location: Panjim, Goa
Timings: 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM & 03:30 PM to 07:30 PM
Entry Fee: Free
7. Basilica of Bom Church, Goa
The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a Catholic basilica. The iconic church is a pilgrimage centre and recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The basilica is located in Old Goa, the former capital of Portuguese India, and holds the mortal remains of St Francis Xavier.
Location: Panjim, Goa
Timings: 09:00 AM to 06:30 PM
Entry Fee: Free
8. Dona Paula Beach, Goa
This scenic tourist point is located at the South – West end of Tiswadi Island and offers a beautiful view of the Mormugao Port & the setting Sun in the Arabian Sea. There is artistic Pergola atop the small hillock island, connected to the mainland with a bridge and a jetty. In mid- 1960’s a famous European artiste Yrsa Von Leistner erected “TwinStatues”, as willed by Mr/s Robert Knox and named them “Far East Travellers”. Dona Paula was the wife of a land lord of Caranzalem and this place was named in her memory. “Dona” means ‘Miss’ in Portuguese and ‘Puala’ was her name. Many fairy tale legends are woven around this enigmatic lady.
Location: Lovers Paradise, Panaji, Goa
Timings: 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
9. Ancestral Goa Museum, Goa
Ancestral Goa Museum (also known as bigfoot) is an open air museum. If you want to know about Goan history and culture then this is a perfect place for you. A popular tourist spot, this museum is privately run by the artist Mahendra Jocelino Araujo Alvares. Here you’ll find sculpture depicting the Goan lifestyle in pre independence era. The main attraction of this place is the sculpture of Sant Mirabai which is carved from a single laterite stone and is mentioned in Limca book of records.
Location: Loutolim, Goa
Timings: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 150 per person
10. Cruising in Goa
Cruise in Goa allows one to explore the exotic scenery, pristine waters and marvel the breathtaking view of the sunset. There are several types of cruises in Goa ranging from simple evening cruises, elaborate and romantic dinner cruises, backwater cruises, and casino cruises. All of these usually originate from Miramar Beach in Panjim. Several Goa cruises also offer dinner options along with guaranteed fun and entertainment activities are carried through the day depending upon the daytime, sunset and moonlight.
Location: Panjim Jetty, Goa
Timings: 05:00 PM onwards
Entry Fee: Rs. 500 per person onwards
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