We had been postponing the North Goa trip for some reason or the other long enough. In our last semester we knew that if we didn’t go this time, it isn’t going to happen for us! So, finally, in a group of five, we decided to elope to Goa for the weekend and started with North Goa. We flew for a three-day trip, packed our bags in less than an hour, and left for the North Goa journey and Best Places To Visit In North Goa.
Scenic beaches, thrilling water-sports, partying spots, and architectural landmarks make North Goa the best traveller’s delight. Let us now Explore some Best Places To Visit In North Goa.
Sinquerim Beach
Sinquerim Beach is one of the Best Places To Visit In North Goa. If you are a sports lover, Sinquerim Beach is all for you. On the first day of our trip to Goa, we went to Sinquerim Beach, North goa for try a few cool water sports.
We took a banana boat ride and jet skis and spent the rest of the day dipping in the water.
Activities:- Scuba Diving, Windsurfing, Water Skiing, Dolphin Sighting trips, Jet skiing, Swimming, and Paragliding.
Anjuna beach
It is clean and tidy, and you would find mostly foreign and newly married couples enjoying Cool water sports there. It is also one of the best honeymoon destinations in winter in India.
Activities:- Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Windsurfing, Parasailing, Water skiing, Banana ride, Water Scooter, Dolphin Sighting.
Calangute Beach
To reach Calangute beach we booked a two-tier bus and reached Panjim at 11.00 AM. It took us 40 mins to reach.
We spent that day chilling at the beach and eating Goan food in Goa at one of the beach shacks. While crabs, prawns, lobsters, and all kinds of fish are a quintessential part of Goan Food in Goa, that you should try for sure in your Goa trip.
Activities:- Speed boat rides, Parasailing, Jet skiing, Water surfing, Banana ride.
Fort Aguada
Fort Aguada presents a majestic sight. It has considered the most iconic fort in Goa. Today, this fort has become a most mesmerizes place as the best honeymoon sight in India with a spellbinding view of the Arabian Sea. And the presence of a secret passageway inside the fort adds to its charm.
Location:– Candolim
Visiting hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM, Every day
Vagator Beach
Vagator Beach is approximately 21 km far from Panajim, by road there are many buses and taxi stands that will drop you at the beach till now. November to March is the right time to visit the Beach because at this time in Goa the temperature did not go below 15 to 17 degrees. So, It would be nice to go this time. Vagator Beach is very hot during summer, you will not be able to enjoy the beach at this time. Vagator Beach is beautiful in itself.
Activities:– Jet skiing, Parasailing, Dolphin Watching, Bumper Ride, and Road riding.
This is some place name when you go to Vagator Beach, then definitely go here.
Chapora Fort aka Dil Chahta Hai Fort
This place always stays on every traveler’s list, if you are visiting Goa. This fort featured in the Bollywood movie Dil Chahta Hai, and after that, it has become a favorite place for friends and the fort is now known as a Dil Chata hai fort Aguada Goa. Chapora Fort (Dil Chahta Hai Fort) was built by Muslim ruler Adil Shah above the Chapora River in Bardez.
Location:– Chapora
Visiting hours:– 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Every day
Alex’s Church
St. Alex’s Church is only a short distance from Vagator Beach, In the popular tourist mecca of Calangute, this famous Pristine White Church is the only church in Goa that can boast its Indian-style architecture consisting of ‘ cupola falsa’.
Morjim Beach
Morjim Beach is the most beautiful beach in Goa because from here the changing sky and the setting sun look very beautiful. This place is also very good for relaxation.
Ozran Beach
Ozran Beach is also called a small Vagator Beach. This Beach is framed with gentle rocky and green hills. This Beach is not a too crowded beach, But one can relax and spend the entire day with food and drink to the heart’s content.
Casino pride
On the last day of our trip, we went to Casino Pride Goa. Casino pride Goa images are still alive in our memories boasting with bewitching ambiance, highlighted with golden-hued embellishments, the barbeque counter, bars, and restaurants inside this casino, were way too much than our expectations. Casino Pride North Goa images are worth freezing in memories and in-camera. It is one of the best places to visit in Goa.
- Location:– Captain of Ports Jetty, Panaji
- Entry fee:– Monday to Thursday – Rs 1500 per adult ( with Rs 500 worth coupon )
Friday to Sunday – Rs 2000 per adult ( with Rs 1000 worth coupons)
Include alcoholic drinks and an unlimited buffet.
Baga Beach
Baga Beach is the most popular beach in North Goa, which attracts thousands of tourists and water sports lovers to its heart. Its shares its coastal line from the environs of Sinquerim, Candolim, and Baga, with the Baga shore.
This Bubbly Beach is one of the best in Goa. People stay awake all night here called “The Hometown of Nightlife,” Overnight at Baga Beach the party continues with cranky music celebrations. Mouth-watering food Designer Shops and adventure sports have been given and people enjoy them openly. This Baga Town surrounds by the Baga river and it spots the place where the river and sea meet it is an amazing view to bait your eyes.
Dolphins can also be seen in the deep blue ocean and there are some spotting trips organized by ship owners to look at the amazing sea mammals.
Baga Beach is 15 km far from Panji airport and all it takes is half an hour to travel to the beach from Panaji by taxi, other than this! You can also go by local and government bus and you can also hire a cycle and motorcycle at low prices. To ride between the locations.
Activities:- Parasailing, Jet Ski, Banana Riding, Bumper Ride, Body boarding, kayaking, Paddleboarding, Knee Boarding, Speed Boat Ride, Wake Boarding.
Titos
Titos is such a place in Goa where the party is held overnight like crazy enjoyment some drink and dance. One of the most amazing places in Goa is Titos. Titos is rushing the minds with Bollywood disco, real classic style, and delicious food. Every day thousands of people come here. so, pick up your bike for a crazy party night and make your nightlife rocking.
Location:– Titos Original at Baga Calangute, Titos Bollywood at Santa Vaddo, and Titos Club at Calangute.
Entry fees:– No Entry fees are required. only you have to pay for your food and drink.
Candolim Beach
Candolim Beach is also considered as a Best Places To Visit In North Goa. Candolim Beach is also one of the most amazing places to explore if you want to have an immersive goan experience. Candolim Beach is where all the amazing happening parties take place.
Candolim Beach is located in the North Goa Stretch of Aguada Fort, Candolim Beach is about 12.5 KM from Panaji. This place is best for foreigners because there is not much crowd here in fact it is one of the most sought-after beaches when it comes to experiencing water sports or other activities. Candolim Beach is nearly 12.6 km far from Panji and it takes around 35 to 40 min to reach Candolim Beach from Panji.
This beach can be visited at any time of the year, but the time between April to November is the most amazing time to visit and the best time is between 6 AM to 6 PM which is the ideal time for sunset and sunrise otherwise you can visit any time for visitors this beach is open all day.
These are some water activities, after enjoying all this, enjoy them too.
Parasailing, Bumpy banana rides, Boat ride, Water scooter, Dolphin sighting trips, Jet ski rides.
Mapusa Market
Mapusa Market is a traditional and weekly market that is one step closer to a vibrant Mapusa Market that takes place every Friday. This market is known for jewelry pottery, spice, and carpet shops. Not only this but you here find a variety of delicacies.
Timing:– 06:00 AM to 08:00
Entry:– Only the money that you want to buy no entry fees required.
Arambol Beach
In Goa Arambol Beach is the developed and newest beach Arambol Beach is a part of Fisherman’s Village and attract a number of tourist across the year. Arambol Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Goa and Mandren Beach and Keri Beach on two sides. One can enjoy the number of water spots at Arambol Beach. Arambol Beach attracts a number of tourists and just a little distance there is Palim Sweet Water Lake. This Beach is also connected to Keri Beach and Mandrem Beach.
The easiest way to reach Arambol Beach is from Panaji, you can take a cab and taxi from Panaji which will easily drop you direct at armbol beach. Winter is the best time to visit Armbol Beach between the month of October and March. During this time, the weather is cool and pleasant, and the temperature rarely crosses 25 degrees making it a perfect time to enjoy the open beach.
Activities:– jet ski, surfing , bumper ride, banana boat ride
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Basilica of Bom Jesus church old Goa is a UNESCO world heritage site situated in old Goa, 10km east of Panjim. The church is constructed with Basalt rock and has a huge altar and an art gallery with 36 oil paintings. The preserved body of Francis Xavier’s displayed in the chapel.
Location:– Old Goa Road
Visiting Hours: – Monday to Saturday – 09:00 AM to 06:30 PM
Sunday:– 10:30 AM to 06:30 PM
For foodies
Tamarind Café (Arambol), La Plage (Ashwem Beach), Bhatti Village (Nerul), and Spice Goa (Mapusa), Britto’s Bar and Restaurant (Bardez, Baga) are a few favorite destinations for food lovers in Goa.
If you are looking for a famous shopping destination in Goa, Anjuna flea market, Arpora night market, Mapusa Friday market, Mackie’s Saturday night market, Panjim municipal market, and Calangute market Square can fulfill all of your shopping cravings.
Club Tito’s (Calangute), Cohiba (Candolim), and Café Mojo (Panaji) are places for party lovers in Goa.
Hope you will be find here Best Places To Visit In North Goa. The Goa trip was one of the best experiences for us and going there with our best friends doubled the fun! The beautiful beaches, irresistible seafood, and the most awesome crowd in North Goa, in the whole of India, and we cannot wait to visit there again! When you are traveling with your friends, family, or solo you can always spend a wonderful time in north goa. This goa has the most amazing places that attract entice kind of traveler.