Morning: Start your day at the famous Margao Market, where you can explore the local produce and spices. Don't forget to sample some of the local breakfast specialties like pao-bhaji and misal-pao at the street food stalls.
Afternoon: Visit the nearby Rachol Seminary, which houses an impressive collection of Goan Christian art and artifacts. For lunch, head to Vinayak Family Restaurant for some authentic Goan fish curry and rice.
Evening: Explore the historic Largo de Igreja square, which has some beautiful old Portuguese-style buildings. Take a stroll down Abade Faria Road and indulge in some freshly baked Goan sweets like bebinca and dodol at Confeitaria 31 De Janeiro.
Morning: Start your day with breakfast at Cafe Suzette, which is famous for its French-inspired breakfast dishes like croissants and crepes. After breakfast, take a walk around the historic Fontainhas neighborhood, which is known for its colorful Portuguese-style houses.
Afternoon: Head over to the sprawling Reis Magos Fort, which has been recently restored and now houses a museum and art gallery. For lunch, try some traditional Goan pork vindaloo and sol kadi at Viva Panjim.
Evening: Visit the famous Miramar Beach to catch a beautiful sunset view over the Arabian Sea. For dinner, head to Black Sheep Bistro for some modern Goan fusion cuisine, like chorizo and bacon risotto or prawn and mango ceviche.
Other local attractions and experiences you may want to consider include taking a day trip to the Dudhsagar Waterfalls, visiting the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and taking a trip to the historic Bom Jesus Basilica. You may also want to check out some of the other popular foodie spots like Mum's Kitchen and Gunpowder. To maximize your fun, consider taking a cooking class to learn how to make some of the delicious Goan dishes yourself. Don't forget to also sample some of the local Feni, a popular cashew liquor.
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