GOA TOURISM: BEST THINGS TO DO ON A GOA TRIP

Goa Tourism

With over 100km of glorious golden coastline, exquisite cuisine and a rich Portuguese heritage,Goa has long been India’s most loved resort destination. Ever since the colonial times India’s smallest state has attracted holidaymakers from all over the world, and tucked into the sub-continent’s south-west coast, Goa’s exciting twist on traditional Indian culture is unlike anywhere else in the country

Where to Stay: Goa Hotels

Tourism in Goa is an important part of life. There are lots of hotels and accommodation to choose from, at different price points.

Playing host to hundreds of thousands of visitors around the Christmas and New Year periods, accommodation will be at a premium throughout Goa, so it is essential to book beforehand if you plan to visit Goa in December. Not only to get the best deals online but to also save you the hassle when you’re there. However during the non-peak season, spending a little more on accommodation can really get you a lot!

Budget Hotels in Goa

For the budget-minded traveller, you’re never too far away from a cheap hotel or backpacker lodging. These types of accommodation can range from bare rooms with simple mattresses to impressively furnished guest houses, and because they’re run by local families a home-cooked meal might even be included the price!

Places to Visit in Goa

The coastline is really where you need to be on a Goa trip. We’ll pick out some of our favourite beaches in the next section but there are a few other spots worth checking out. Click on the images to find out about more about these other interesting places to visit in Goa.

Palolem beach

Let’s start with Palolem beach, Goa’s fashionable tourist hangout. Although busy during the peak summer months, don’t let this deter you from lazing the day away under the gorgeous sunsets. An idyllic stretch of shoreline, Palolem was popularised in the 1970s as an ‘off the beaten track’ sanctuary, and although the impact of mass tourism can be seen in abundance, Palolem is still the best place for first-time holidaymakers to experience Goa’s natural beauty.