4-Day Foodie Itinerary for Goa

  1. Day 1: Mapusa Friday Market
    1 hour (9.4 km) from Airport

    Start your day by visiting the famous Mapusa Friday Market, which is known for its fresh local produce, intoxicating spices, and authentic Goan snacks. Savor food such as poi, sorpotel, and xacuti before checking out the stalls selling clothes, jewelry, and souvenirs.

  2. Day 2: Vagator Beach Shack Hopping
    36 minutes (16.5 km) from Mapusa Friday Market

    Head out to the Vagator Beach, known for its gorgeous sunsets, swaying palms, and serene surroundings. Try out the local delicacies such as Goan sausages, seafood thali, and feni at the numerous beach shacks. Dance the night away as the popular clubs such as Hilltop and Curlies are close by.

  3. Day 3: Ribandar Patto Binge Eating
    40 minutes (22.4 km) from Vagator Beach

    Get ready to indulge in the flavors of Goa as you visit Ribandar Patto, a small suburb known for its amazing street food. Sample the delicious beef or pork cutlets, croquettes, and samosas at the local vendors. Try the famous Bebinca and Dodol for dessert.

  4. Day 4: Fontainhas Portuguese Trail
    19 minutes (6.4 km) from Ribandar Patto

    End your trip on a cultural note by visiting Fontainhas, an old Latin Quarter in Panaji, which is a great place to explore the Portuguese architecture, colorful buildings, and quaint cafes. Try the local beverage Feni at the Ritz Classic and relish the traditional Goan sweets like Bolinhas and Pinagre.

Time and Costs Estimate

  • Mapusa Friday Market (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Vagator Beach Shack Hopping (4 hours, INR 1500)
  • Ribandar Patto Binge Eating (3 hours, INR 800)
  • Fontainhas Portuguese Trail (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3800

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can try visiting the famous restaurants such as Gunpowder, Black Sheep Bistro, and Vinayak Family Restaurant to sample some authentic Goan cuisine. If you have less time, consider skipping the Ribandar Patto section and adding an hour to the Vagator Beach Shack Hopping experience.

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