City Experiences in Goa: 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Old Goa
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Panaji

    Explore the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the baroque architecture of the Se Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. In the afternoon, visit the Museum of Christian Art and the Archaeological Museum of Goa to learn about the state's Christian and Portuguese history.

  2. Day 2: Panaji
    30 minutes (12 miles) from Old Goa

    Stroll around the charming Latin Quarter of Fontainhas, admiring the colorful Portuguese-style houses and quaint streets. Visit the 17th-century Viceroy's Arch and the Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mandovi River.

  3. Day 3: Margao
    45 minutes (19 miles) from Panaji

    Discover the vibrant markets and bazaars of Margao, a bustling commercial center in South Goa. Visit the famous Colva Beach and the nearby Portuguese-style Our Lady of Merces Church. Enjoy some traditional Goan cuisine at one of the local restaurants, such as Ritz Classic or Anantashram.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1-2 hours, free)
  • Se Cathedral (30 minutes - 1 hour, free)
  • Church of St. Francis of Assisi (30 minutes - 1 hour, free)
  • Museum of Christian Art (1 hour, INR 5 for Indians, INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Archaeological Museum of Goa (1 hour, INR 5 for Indians, INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Fontainhas (1-2 hours, free)
  • Viceroy's Arch (30 minutes - 1 hour, free)
  • Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount (30 minutes - 1 hour, free)
  • Sunset cruise on Mandovi River (1-2 hours, INR 300-600 per person)
  • Colva Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Our Lady of Merces Church (30 minutes - 1 hour, free)
  • Ritz Classic (1-2 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Anantashram (1-2 hours, INR 300-500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 805-1305 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the famous Dudhsagar Falls or the quiet beaches of Ashwem and Arambol in North Goa. For a gastronomic adventure, try some spicy vindaloo or sour-sweet fish curry at local restaurants such as Mum's Kitchen or Vinayak Family Restaurant. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip Margao and spend a day exploring the Latin Quarter of Fontainhas or the beaches of Colva and Benaulim.

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