Goa International Airport 6 min
Basilica Of Bom Jesus (42 min.) Completed in 1605 this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier. Aguada Fort (1 hr 10) 1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864. Bambolim Beach (35 min.) Peaceful sandy beach featuring a range of water sports & an open-air bar & restaurant. Colva Beach (39 min.) Sprawling scenic beachfront lined with open-air eateries bars & nightspots overlooking the sea. Sinquerim Beach (1 hr 5) Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort. Reis Magos Fort (53 min.) This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views along with a cultural center. Se Cathedral (43 min.) Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services. Ilha Grande (21 min) Scuba diving snorkeling & fishing are popular activities off of this island with serene beaches. Fontainhas (43 min.) Classic Portuguese-style architecture gives this neighborhood a distinct look & feel. Baina Beach (21 min.) Goan handicrafts water sports & ayurvedic massages in sandy beaches with nearby churches. Immaculate Conception Church (43 min.) Completed in 1609 this Baroque-style Catholic church with a grand facade sits atop a small hill. Utorda Beach (29 min.) Scenic white-sand beach with blue water in a serene environment with shacks selling food. Majorda Beach (31 min.) Destination for water sports & relaxing with rentable loungers & food shacks selling Goan fare. Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (1 hr 7.) Large area of mangrove swamp with a paved walkway & watchtower for visitors to observe birds. |