Goa International Airport 25 min
Basilica Of Bom Jesus (42 min.) Completed in 1605 this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier. Velsao Beach (7 min.) This sizable stretch of sandy beach in a remote scenic locale offers a tranquil environment. Majorda Beach (15 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. Dona Paula Beach (44 min.) This bay area is a tourism destination with a resort & restaurants in a one-time fishing village. Shree Shantadurga Mandir (41 min.) Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga. Benaulim Beach (28 min.) Expansive laid-back sand beach offering shacks with food & drink & outfitters for water sports. Arossim Beach (9 min.) Relaxed family-friendly stretch of white sand with a casual restaurant/bar & water sports rentals. Utorda Beach (13 min.) Scenic white-sand beach with blue water in a serene environment with shacks selling food. Se Cathedral (43 min.) Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services. Betalbatim Beach (21 min) Laid-back beach known for its white sands swimming sunsets & dolphin spotting. Shree Mangesh Temple (53 min.) Domed temple with a 7-story tower dedicated to Manguesh an incarnation of the god Shiva. Reis Magos Fort (53 min.) This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views along with a cultural center. Benaulim Beach (32 min.) Spacious low-key sand beach dotted with shacks offering sunbeds & casual dining. |