Nestled on the west coast, Goa is the smallest state of India, also popularly known as its party capital. Sun-kissed beaches, Portuguese heritage, crazy nightlife, swaying palm trees, flavoursome seafood, scenic views and beautiful sunsets together make Goa a favourite tourist place for both Indians as well as foreigners. Whether you are on a romantic holiday, bachelorette party or on a relaxing vacation, Goa has something for everyone. While South Goa is a haven for tourists looking for a relaxing holiday away from the blaring cityscape, North Goa is apt for those who are seeking the vibrant nightlife. Despite being the smallest state in the country, millions of tourists from across the globe, visit Goa every year.
Best Time to Visit
Although Goa has a tropical climate and can be visited throughout the year, the Best Time to Visit is between the months of November and February, when the weather is pleasant. Find cheap
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Places to Visit
Goa hosts and witnesses’ various festivals and events throughout the year. Some of the more popular ones are Sunburn, Goa Carnival, Shigmo, Christmas and New Year. Tourists who want to relax and chill can visit Anjuna Beach, Palolem Beach Beach,
Candolim beach, Aguada Beach and Sinquerim beach, while
Baga Beach and Calangute Beach are perfect among those who are looking forward to beach parties and bigger crowds.
Bom Jesus Basilica, Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, Chapora Fort and Aguada Fort are perfect picks for history buffs. If you want to try your luck in gambling, you can visit Casino Royale and Casino Pride. For adventure seekers, Candolim Beach,
Calangute Beach and Dona Paula Bay are perfect to enjoy water sports.
Hotels and Restaurants
While on your Goa trip, you should not miss Goan cuisine which is a mix of Portuguese and local flavours. If you have a sweet tooth, then Bebinca is a must-try. Britto’s, Mum’s Kitchen and The Black Sheep Bistro are some of the popular restaurants in Goa to try out the locally prepared fish and seafood preparations.
Goa offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from
Budget Hotels in Goa to
Luxury Hotels in Goa /
Resorts in Goa, from
5 star Goa hotels to
service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like
couple friendly hotels in Goa to
hotels preferred by Business travellers in Goa, similarly
hotels preferred by students and also the ones
preferred by women. Popular locations in Goa for stay are
near Vagator,
Candolim,
Calangute,
Baga and
Panjim. It is very easy and convenient to compare and
book hotels online on Goibibo.
Transportation
Goa is well-connected to other cities by airways, railways and roadways.
Dabolim Airport (GOI) or Goa Airport is the only international airport in Goa, which is around 29 kms from Panjim. Some of the major domestic cities that are connected to Goa by regular flights are
Bangalore,
Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai. Spicejet, Air India,
GoAir and
Indigo are the popular airlines that fly to and from Goa. It also serves various international
flights to Dubai, Kuwait, Helsinki & more.
Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online.
Madgaon and Thivim are the major railheads of the state that are well-connected to other parts of the country. You can find plenty of government (KSRTC,
MSRTC and KTC) as well as private
Goa bus operators in Goa that provide inter-state and intra-state buses. For travelling within the city, you can opt for taxis, rented bikes or scooters, and auto-rickshaws.