Goa is a state located on the west coast of India in the coastal belt known as Konkan which is 131 km long. Goa tour packages are availed from all across the world thanks to its fabulous weather and a number of beaches. Check the below list of our tour packages for Goa that are affordable and can be customized according to the interest and preference of each tourist. There is plenty to experience when it comes to the things that one can do here. You may be a party person or someone looking for some respite from the mundane everyday life, Goa would be your guiding compass for anything and everything. The Goa holiday packages offer the best of these experiences to a traveler. Hit the many pristine and popular beaches with the Goa trip packages of TravelTriangle and do what your heart feels like.
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Best tourist places to visit in Goa
Goa with so many aesthetically beautiful forts and churches, is blessed to have natural beaches with scenic beauty and tranquility. With so many places to visit here, we have shortlisted below some of the best ones in order to make your trip to Goa a memorable one. Make sure to include all of the given places below in the Goa packages with airfare to make your trip the best one by exploring the best of all the places to visit in Goa. Let's take a look at the below list which comprises some of the best places that can't be missed out on.
1. Panaji
What’s Special: Rich Heritage
Nearby Attractions: Sindhudurg, Betul, Varca, Siolim, Pernem
Timings: Open 24 hours
Houses: Historical buildings, markets, restaurants
Distance From City Center: 3.1 km
Transportation Options: Privately operated buses, Unmetered taxis, auto-rickshaws, Rented Bikes
The state capital of Goa is home to a myriad of attractions, ranging from Portuguese churches to iconic beaches, where tourists gather from all over the world. St. Cajetan's Church, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Miramar Beach and Dona Paula Bay are some of the most popular places to explore on a sightseeing tour. To make your holidays in Goa memorable, experiences like casinos and river cruises are also offered.
2. Old Goa
What’s Special: An old world charm
Nearby Attractions: Archaeological Museum, Se Cathedral, Museum of Christian Art, Basilica of Bom Jesus
Timings: Open 24 hours
Houses: Historical buildings, markets, restaurants
Distance From City Center: 8.9 km
Transportation Options: Privately operated buses, Unmetered taxis, auto-rickshaws, GTDC buses
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, the city is home to a group of Portuguese churches and convents built in the 16th and 17th centuries. The ornate chapels and tall bell towers are worthy attractions in the city, which was founded as a port on the banks of the Mandovi River.
3. Chapora Fort
What’s Special: A look at the historical side of Goa
Nearby Attractions: Chapora Beach, Siddeshwar Temple, Vagator Beach
Timings: Open 24 Hours
Houses: Historical artifacts
Distance From City Center: 19.2 kms
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxis, Local Buses
Overlooking the Chapora River in the town of Bardez, Chapora Fort remains one of the major bastions in Goa. It offers a commanding view of the Arabian Sea and nearby Vagator Beach, which is famous for its nightlife.
4. Dudhsagar Falls
What’s Special: The falls almost seem like a frothy shower of milk
Nearby Attractions: Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple, Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Mahadev Temple, Dudhsagar Plantation and Farmstay
Timings: 09:00 am to 06:00 pm
Houses: Natural wonder
Distance From City Center: 71.1 km
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxi
Nestled in the evergreen Western Ghats, this milky cascade is located a short drive away from the state capital. From solo travellers to honeymooners, tourists from all walks of life flock to this majestic waterfall to catch its full glory in the monsoon season. The waterfall is also approachable by trains on Madgaon-Belgaum route. The falls are the tallest in the country falling from a height of about 1017 feet.
5. Baga Beach
What’s Special: Amazing nightlife
Nearby Attractions: Tibetan Market, Snow Park, Calangute Beach
Timings: Open 24 hours
Houses: Food shacks, restaurants
Distance From City Center: 15.7 kms
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxis, Auto-rickshaw
Goa packages always keep Baga Beach in their itineraries as this is one of the best beaches in Goa and also popular among the tourists. This beach is always full of life and energy, and offers a plethora of fun and adventurous activities. One can enjoy water sports like banana boat rides, parasailing, jet-skiing and boating at this beach. Besides the water sports activities, the beach is lined up with various cafes and restaurants that provide a variety of scrumptious food options. At night, the clubs at this beach are all lit up and provide one of the best nightlifes in the state.
6. Calangute Beach
What’s Special: Golden sand beach
Nearby Attractions: Tibetan Market, Snow Park, Calangute Beach
Timings: Open 24 hours
Houses: Restaurants, nightclubs
Distance From City Center: 14.2 kms
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxis, Auto-rickshaw
Calangute Beach is famous as the largest beach in Goa and hence it is a popular tourist spot. There are various activities to enjoy on this beach like kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, water-skiing and parasailing. There are plenty of restaurants on the beach side where you can grab some delicious munchies while having the aesthetic views of the sea and calming water. This beach also offers other sightseeing attractions like Morjim Beach, River Betul, St. Alex Church, Aguada Fort and many more attractions. Tour packages for Goa with prices as low as that of TravelTriangle, will surely make your trip a memorable one at pocket-friendly budget.
7. Basilica of Bom Jesus
What’s Special: A spiritual vibe unlike anywhere else
Nearby Attractions: Se Cathedral, The Archeological Museum, Church and Monastery of St Augustine
Timings: 09:00 am to 06:30 pm and from 10:30 am to 06:30 pm on Sundays
Houses: The mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier
Distance From City Center: 10.6 kms
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxis, Auto-rickshaw
Also referred to as the Borea Jezuchi Bajilika, this basilica is home to the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. Located in Old Goa, this church is also a part of Churches and Convents of Goa UNESCO World Heritage Site. The name, “Basilica of Bom Jesus†can roughly be translated to “Holy Jesusâ€. This church in Goa, the very first minor basilica of the country, is said to be one of the best and most studied examples of Baroque architecture of India. The construction of the Basilica started in the year 1594, and finished and consecrated in the year 1605 by the then Archbishop Dom Fr. Aleixo de Menezes. The remains of St. Xavier were shifted here two years after this death, and once a decade the remains are exhibited to the general public. It was last exhibited in 2014. The casket itself is made of silver, and is paraded out by pall bearers every 10 years. Needless to say, it is a must visit for people from all walks of life.
8. Se Cathedral
What’s Special: One of the biggest churches in India
Nearby Attractions: Basilica of Bom Jesus, The Archeological Museum, Church and Monastery of St Augustine
Timings: 07:00 am to 06:30 pm
Distance From City Center: 10.8 kms
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxis, Auto-rickshaw
The Se Cathedral in Goa is also referred to as the Sé Catedral de Santa Catarina, and is an impressive looking white walled structure located in Old Goa. Although the cathedral is dedicated to the memory of St. Catherine, it is the seat of the Patriarch of the East Indies, as well as the cathedral of the Latin Rite Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Goa and Daman. The legend behind the cathedral says that it was built for commemorating the Portuguese thwarting a Muslim Army, under the guidance of Afonso de Alburqueque. Since the day of victory fell on the day of “the Feast of Saint Catherine'', the monument was added after her. The construction of the cathedral was started in 1552, and was completed in 1619. However, it was consecrated in the year 1640. This Cathedral is also considered a great example of Portuguese-Manueline architecture style.
9. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
What’s Special: A green haven full of wondrous fauna
Nearby Attractions: Reis Magos Fort, Mandovi River, Se Cathedral
Timings: 06:00 am to 06:00 pm
Houses: BIrds and reptiles of several kinds
Distance From City Center: 6.2 kms
Transportation Options: Rented Scooter, Hired Taxis, Auto-rickshaw
The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is named after the eminent ornithologist from India, Dr. Salim Ali. It is a majorly popular tourist attraction in Goa. Located right along the Mandovi River, it is a great place to visit even when the birding season is long gone, simply for its natural beauty. It is located on Chorao Island, and is accessible only by a Ferry Service, hence adding to the allure of this place. The most popular attraction here are the mangroves, which are accessible only by solitary boats. Traversing the upended roots and the avifauna here is something every tourist should indulge in. Some of the birds, from near and afar, which show up here include the Red Knot, Western Reef Heron, Pied Avocet, Jack Snipe, Black Bittern, Little Bittern and the Striated Heron.
10. Aguada Fort
What’s Special: The view of the beach from the fort rooftop
