Spend the morning exploring the UNESCO-listed Old Goa with its beautiful churches like Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral, showcasing Portuguese architecture.
Old Goa is a 30-minute drive from Calangute.
INR 100 (for entry to Basilica of Bom Jesus), 2 hours
Visit the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, an offbeat attraction with lush greenery, diverse flora and fauna, and the opportunity to spot wildlife in their natural habitat.
Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary is a 1-hour drive from Palolem Beach.