Family-Friendly One-Day Road Trip Itinerary in Goa

Day 1: Explore Goa

Panaji, Goa

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Tato

Start your day with a traditional Goan breakfast of misal pav and filter coffee at this charming local eatery.
After breakfast, head east towards Old Goa, which is around a 20-minute drive.
INR250, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its baroque architecture and the remains of St. Francis Xavier.
From the Basilica, it's a short 5-minute drive to the Se Cathedral.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Se Cathedral

Take a moment to admire this magnificent cathedral known for its Gothic style and beautiful bell tower.
Post-visit, drive 15 minutes to Miramar Beach.
Free, 45 minutes

11:30AM

Relax at Miramar Beach

Spend some leisure time building sandcastles and splashing around at this family-friendly beach.
Afterward, walk or drive 10 minutes to Dona Paula for lunch.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Dona Paula

Enjoy a delicious meal at Fisherman's Wharf, where you can relish Goan fish curry while overlooking the sea.
Following lunch, walk down to Dona Paula viewpoint for stunning views.
INR700, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Dona Paula Viewpoint

Take in panoramic vistas of the Arabian Sea at this scenic spot, perfect for family photos.
Afterward, drive to Vasco da Gama, which is about a 30-minute ride.
Free, 45 minutes

3:15PM

Explore Vasco da Gama

Stroll through the streets of Goa's largest city and visit the naval museum for a peek into Goa's maritime history.
Conclude the day with an early dinner at a local restaurant.
Free, 1 hour

4:15PM

Dinner at Hotel Anand

Relish some local delicacies like Goan sausage pulao and prawn vindaloo to cap off your day.
After dinner, it's about a 30-minute drive back to your accommodation.
INR800, 1 hour
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